Former First Lady Barbara Bush's death: Internet reacts explosively to the tragic news

Now that the legendary former First Lady has passed on, social media is buzzing with people sending their condolences. Many former presidents and famous people have reacted.

Barbara Bush passed away with her husband by her side on April 17, 2018. Faith Family America shared the messages that have been sent from the likes of Bill Clinton to Barack Obama.

The former First Lady had become an iconic woman in American history. She was also known as the matriarch of the Bush family.

Barbara passed away at the age of 92. The whole country is currently in mourning for their great loss.

The former First Lady died after she refused to receive further medical treatment. She had been suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other illnesses.

"Somewhere out in this audience may even be someone who will one day follow my footsteps and preside over the White House as the president's spouse. I wish him well."

Barbara Bush quote from 1990, Twitter, April 18, 2018

Bill Clinton wrote on Twitter that Barbara had been a remarkable woman. He said she had grit, grace, brains, and beauty.

The former President stated that she was fierce and feisty in support of her family, friends, her country, and her causes. He added that she had shown them what honest, vibrant, and full life looks like.

Clinton concluded by saying that he and Hillary and mourned her passing and blessed her memory. News outlets have also taken to social media to cover her passing.

Her funeral has been planned for 11 am on Saturday at St Martin's Episcopal Church in Houston. She will lie in repose from noon until midnight on Friday at the church.

The funeral service is by invitation only.