Staff Report On Monday, Governor Kevin Stitt issued the following statement regarding the passing of President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100.

“Sarah and I join the nation in mourning the passing of President Jimmy Carter. His service in the White House and as a private citizen dedicated to his country - exemplified what it means to lead with integrity, compassion, and humility. He changed lives around the world, and his dedication to peace and human dignity will be remembered by his country. My prayers are with his family as they mourn.”

In honor of his life and legacy, all flags on state property will be flown at half-staff until this evening.

House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City, released the following statement of condolence.

“My heart is with former President Jimmy Carter’s family—and all of us across the globe impacted by his life—at this time as they cope with such a magnificent loss,” Leader Munson said. “President Carter lived an incredible life, one filled with extraordinary public service and leadership. He understood what it meant to work hard and do his best for the people and country he served. I, of course, admire his work during his time in elected office, but it is his actions and way of living after his presidency that remind me—and should remind all of us— that it does not take a title or position to put service above self and that no life is ordinary when choosing to better the lives of all people. Thank you for all you have done, Mr. President, and may you rest in peace.”

Carter’s funeral will be held Jan. 9 at the Washington National Cathedral, where President Joe Biden will give a eulogy.

The funeral is one of eight days of ceremonies and honors, which will include Carter’s body being flown to Washington, D.C. where he will lie in state at the Capitol Rotunda.