For Release: May 15, 2007
Contact: J. Tucker Martin or David Clementson
Email: tucker.martin@oag.state.va.us or dclementson@oag.state.va.us
Phone: 804-786-2071
McDonnell Statement on Passing of Dr. Jerry Falwell
Richmond - Attorney General Bob McDonnell issued the following statement this afternoon upon news of the passing of Dr. Jerry Falwell:
“Our prayers go out to the family and friends of Dr. Jerry Falwell, and the many thousands of Virginians whose lives he touched. Through Thomas Road Baptist Church and Liberty University, and his other ministries, Dr. Falwell became a friend to individuals all across the world. Through his strong Christian ministry and his philanthropic efforts, the lives of individuals across the world were improved. His love for our state and nation was extraordinary. He was a man of strong faith and values which will guide Dr. Falwell’s family and friends, and the Thomas Road Baptist Church and Liberty University community, through this difficult time.”
