In the family’sstatementabout Rosalynn’s death, Jimmy wrote some sweet words for his wife.

“Rosalynn was my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished.

She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it,” he shared.

Rosalynn Carter and Jimmy Carter at an event

“As long as Rosalynn was in the world, I always knew somebody loved and supported me.”

“He’s been in hospice now for several months, but they are happy,” he explained.

“They are together.

Rosalynn Carter and Jimmy Carter dancing

They are at home.

They’re in love, and I don’t think anyone gets more than that.

I mean, it’s a perfect situation for this time in their lives.”

Rosalynn Carter and Jimmy Carter talking to the public

Then he asked us to leave so he could be alone with her."

After Rosalynn breathed her last, Jimmy once again asked everybody to leave him alone with his wife.

She said that the letter also served as an eulogy for her father, who was unable to speak.