Betty Ford

Lynne Cheney Speaking in Grand Rapids on April 14
Lynne Cheney Speaking in Grand Rapids on April 14
Lynne Cheney Speaking in Grand Rapids on April 14
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation will host Lynne Cheney as she visits Grand Rapids on April 14 to participate in a luncheon program, America’s First Ladies: An Enduring Legacy, commemorating former first lady Betty Ford’s 97th birthday. Former Vice President Dick Cheney will join his wife at the conversation.
President Gerald Ford’s Colorado Ski Home Is For Sale
President Gerald Ford’s Colorado Ski Home Is For Sale
President Gerald Ford’s Colorado Ski Home Is For Sale
The Colorado ski home built and owned by President Gerald R. Ford, Jr., and Betty Ford in their retirement is for sale. The 11,849-square-foot, seven-bedroom, 11-bathroom Beaver Creek neighborhood residence in Avon, Colo., has an asking price of $8.5 million.
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Announces new Chairman
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Announces new Chairman
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Announces new Chairman
Steven Ford, son of former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford and first lady Betty Ford, announced that he has concluded his term as chair of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation. Ford will be succeeded by Red Cavaney who served on the White House staffs of Presidents Gerald R. Ford, Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan.
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter in Grand Rapids in Honor of Late Betty Ford
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter in Grand Rapids in Honor of Late Betty Ford
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter in Grand Rapids in Honor of Late Betty Ford
Rosalynn Carter can readily identify with Betty Ford. They served as first ladies at The White House in back-to-back terms in the 1970s. Today, Carter, the wife of former President Jimmy Carter, is in Grand Rapids in honor of the 96th birthday of the late Ford, the spouse of former President Gerald Ford.
Rosalynn Carter Honoring Betty Ford at Ford Museum on April 8
Rosalynn Carter Honoring Betty Ford at Ford Museum on April 8
Rosalynn Carter Honoring Betty Ford at Ford Museum on April 8
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation will host former first lady Rosalynn Carter as she visits Grand Rapids on April 8 to participate in a luncheon program, America’s First Ladies: A Journey of Friendship, commemorating former first lady Betty Ford’s 96th birthday. Following the luncheon, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation and Museum will host a panel discussion titled Betty Ford’s L
Tonight’s Faith Hope And Love Songs A Tribute To Betty Ford The Mother, The Wife & The Friend
Tonight’s Faith Hope And Love Songs A Tribute To Betty Ford The Mother, The Wife & The Friend
Tonight’s Faith Hope And Love Songs A Tribute To Betty Ford The Mother, The Wife & The Friend
Join me tonight, Sunday evening, 7-9pm EST for Faith Hope and Love Songs on 100.5 The River.  Listen online too! Sunday, I will be honoring Betty Ford in my own little way and with poignant memories shared by her son Steve from the memorial service at Grace Episcopal Church in East Grand Rapids.  Over the past week or so if you've listened to me on the radio you've learned that I have always admi
Suzanne Geha, For WZZM 13, Reflects On Betty Ford Funeral In Grand Rapids
Suzanne Geha, For WZZM 13, Reflects On Betty Ford Funeral In Grand Rapids
Suzanne Geha, For WZZM 13, Reflects On Betty Ford Funeral In Grand Rapids
It was nice to see long time Grand Rapids journalist, Suzanne Geha back on the Grand Rapids television airwaves again!  It appears that she did this special project for her former competitor WZZM13.  How nice to hear your thoughts since you have been a part of the Ford family coverage for years...
Steve Ford And His Beautiful Eulogy For His Mom Betty Ford In Grand Rapids
Steve Ford And His Beautiful Eulogy For His Mom Betty Ford In Grand Rapids
Steve Ford And His Beautiful Eulogy For His Mom Betty Ford In Grand Rapids
I watched all of yesterday's coverage and my favorite was when Betty Ford's son, Steve Ford spoke.  Steve was the one who got me really choked up.  He spoke from the heart and shared some of his trails with alcoholism too.  We really got an inside glimpse of what Betty was like as a mother, a wife and a lover of all people...
Betty Ford Funeral In Grand Rapids Is A Real Celebration Of Her Life!
Betty Ford Funeral In Grand Rapids Is A Real Celebration Of Her Life!
Betty Ford Funeral In Grand Rapids Is A Real Celebration Of Her Life!
Isn't it just like Betty Ford to choose a "spiritual" to start off her funeral here in Grand Rapids.  Back in the day before it was politically incorrect to use the term "negro" it was referred to as a "Negro spiritual".  Spirituals are raw, honest, bluesy, transparent, beautiful and real.  Just like Betty Ford!  It's no wonder she chose Done Made My Vow!
Betty Ford Memorial Website
Betty Ford Memorial Website
Betty Ford Memorial Website
For many Michiganders and Grand Rapidians, the passing of Betty Ford has been a time for condolence and remembrance.  The Ford family has created a website to honor the late Betty Ford and to offer the community a place to show their support.  Please take a few moments and remember all that Betty Ford did for our community, our country, and our world.

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