Passing of George H.W. Bush

I spent four years in the United States Secret Service in the mid-1980's.   I was assigned to the Washingtono, D.C. Field Office and was frequently assigned protection details for President Ronald Regan and Vice President Bush.  I also was honored to accompany their details on a few overseas trips.   George H.W. Bush was respected - if not loved - by the men and women of the USSS that knew him so well.   George H.W. Bush personified heroism, decency, honor, character, and charity in life and in public service.   Barbara was a wonderful lady.  The Agents adored her.   Working in Washington D.C. for so many years I quickly lost my respect and awe for most politicians.    But "41" was a truly great man and an American patriot.   We shall miss him.  And I have no doubt that with the passage of time historians will judge the 41 presidency very favorably.   By the way, an excellent biography of of George Herbert Walker Bush is Destiny and Power.  It is written by Jon Meacham.