After a battle with cancer, Senator Barack Obama’s 85-year-old grandmother, Madelyn Payne Dunham has died. It was only a little over a week ago that Senator Obama left his campaign to visit his ill grandmother in Honolulu. The Democratic candidate visited the apartment where his grandparents raised him for much of his life and spent time with his grandmother. He was correct when he said that his “Tute”, as she liked to be called, probably would not make it to see the results of the election.
After suffering from a broken hip, her health took a turn for the worse. Senator Obama has credited his grandmother for much of his success. On the eve of what could be Obama’s greatest success, we send our prayers and thoughts to him and his family.
Just remember the love of a grandmother who helped make you who you are today and know that her work and sacrifices that she put in you will never go unnoticed. I know you would have loved for her to physically be here tomorrow, but through you her spirit will live, and we will see what a great woman she was to you as you lead our nation; God willing.
I understand that she played a major part in your life. It could not have been easy for a White woman to raise a Black child during that time in our history. I am so happy that you were able to spend time with her before she passed.
Remember weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. We pray that you and your family will have peace and strength that can only come from God.
You have our deepest sympathy and may God continue to bless, strengthen and comfort you.
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