AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is ordering his state’s flags to fly at half-staff in memory of “humble servant of God” Billy Graham.
Graham, 99, died Wednesday at his North Carolina home.
In a statement, Abbott ordered his state’s flags “to be lowered to half-staff on the day of interment,” which he noted will be determined by Graham’s family.
Abbott said the renowned evangelist was a counselor to many U.S. presidents, including some from Texas. He said Graham “left an indelible mark” and “forever impacted the lives of everyday people” around the nation and the globe.
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Abbott said that he and his wife, Cecilia, “extend our heartfelt condolences to the entire Graham family, and we celebrate the life of this humble servant of God.”