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Mainers react to Barbara Bush's death via social media

Credit: JIM WATSON

Former first lady Barbara Bush attends a White House ceremony to recognize the Points of Light volunteer program in Washington, DC, July 15, 2013. (JIM WATSON/AFP/Getty Images)

Thousands of Mainers took to social media to offer condolences and remembrances of former First Lady Barbara Bush.

Mrs. Bush died Tuesday after a battle with COPD and heart failure.

Rest in peace, First Lady Barbara Bush. Thank you for being an inspiration to so many in Maine and across our nation. My prayers go out to the entire Bush family tonight.
— Rep. Bruce Poliquin (@RepPoliquin) April 17, 2018

Ann and I send our deepest condolences to the Bush family upon the passing of First Lady Barbara Bush tonight. Mainers hold a special place in our hearts for President and Mrs. Bush,and we will treasure our memories of her time spent in our state. She will be missed.
— Paul R. LePage (@Governor_LePage) April 18, 2018

We're sorry to learn of the passing of Barbara Bush. Thank you for caring about our community. Thank you for patrolling Kennebunk Beach for so many years! This one was taken moments ago for you... pic.twitter.com/MasR9o0zQk
— Kennebunk Police (@Kennebunkpolice) April 18, 2018

It was always a special honor to have Barbara Bush join us at Hadlock Field for Portland Sea Dogs baseball. RIP Mrs. Bush. We will miss you. pic.twitter.com/Tu6CWzT1E5
— Portland Sea Dogs (@PortlandSeaDogs) April 18, 2018

Barbara Bush was a great First Lady, a terrific advocate for literary programs and the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital in Portland, and a strong woman who loved her family, the State of Maine, and our country. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/v320lXwqUy
— Sen. Susan Collins (@SenatorCollins) April 18, 2018

I first met Mrs. Bush in 1994 when I was running for governor, and she campaigned with me. Since that time, I have been fortunate to have had her as a friend as well as a stalwart supporter. (2/3)
— Sen. Susan Collins (@SenatorCollins) April 18, 2018

Every summer for more than 20 years, I have visited President and Mrs. Bush at their Kennebunkport home. It was always one of the highlights of the year. I shall miss those delightful visits with her. My heart goes out to President Bush and to the entire family. (3/3)
— Sen. Susan Collins (@SenatorCollins) April 18, 2018

My statement on the passing of First Lady Barbara Bush: pic.twitter.com/jv8acNeiPf
— Senator Angus King (@SenAngusKing) April 18, 2018