CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – (CLARKSVILLENOW) State and local leaders took to Twitter to express sympathy at the passing of Senator John McCain, who died Saturday.
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Crissy and I are grateful for the life of Senator John McCain. He truly did put his country first and his life of service to the United States of America will long be remembered.
— Bill Haslam (@BillHaslam) August 26, 2018
America lost a statesman and hero tonight and all of us in the Senate lost a friend. My full statement on @SenJohnMcCain: pic.twitter.com/piOcIYCjwN
— Senator Bob Corker (@SenBobCorker) August 26, 2018
There is usually one U.S. Senator who stands above the rest and for the last several years that has been @SenJohnMcCain. His character, courage and devotion to our country have been an example for all of us. Honey and I send our prayers to Cindy and the entire McCain family.
— Lamar Alexander (@LamarAlexander) August 26, 2018
He will forever be remembered as one of America’s greatest heroes. His character, courage, and patriotism serve as an example to us all. Rest In Peace, @SenJohnMcCain. pic.twitter.com/U01BAJYfPZ
— Sen. Marsha Blackburn (@MarshaBlackburn) August 26, 2018
Others who honored McCain include State Senator Mark Green:
“An American hero who served our country for 60 years, Senator John McCain inspired a generation of warriors. Our prayers are with Senator McCain’s family and friends tonight.”
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan:
“I had the great honor and privilege of being in the presence of the late Sen. John McCain. The world has lost one of the greatest patriots and public servants in our history. Heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family and friends.”
County Commissioner Jason Hodges:
“Saddened to hear of Sen. John McCain’s passing yesterday. A true American hero. I hope that we will all continue to follow his example of uniting this country and fighting for what is right. RIP”
A day after McCain died of brain cancer at 81, his family, friends and congressional and state leaders were working out details of the farewell to the decorated Vietnam War hero, prisoner of war and six-term senator.