The Romney political dynasty is mourning the loss of Carrie 'Cissy' Elizabeth Romney, sister of former US presidential candidate Mitt Romney, who has passed away at the age of 76.
Carrie's death comes during a period of significant personal transition, following the recent conclusion of divorce proceedings from her husband, John 'Jack' Davies. The couple had been married for nearly five decades before their separation was finalized.
A Life of Service and Family
Born into one of America's most prominent political families, Carrie Elizabeth Romney dedicated much of her life to community service and family. As the daughter of former Michigan governor George Romney and sister to the 2012 Republican presidential nominee, she maintained a relatively private profile while supporting her family's extensive political engagements.
Friends and family remember Carrie as a devoted mother and grandmother who balanced her family responsibilities with active involvement in various charitable organisations throughout her life.
Recent Personal Challenges
The latter period of Carrie's life was marked by personal upheaval, with divorce documents revealing the formal dissolution of her marriage in recent months. The separation from John Davies, her husband of many years, represented a significant life change for the 76-year-old.
Despite these personal challenges, those close to the family indicate that Carrie remained surrounded by loved ones and maintained strong connections with her extensive family network until her passing.
The Romney Family Legacy
The Romney family has been a significant force in American politics for generations. Mitt Romney, Carrie's younger brother, served as Governor of Massachusetts before his presidential bid and currently represents Utah in the US Senate.
Carrie's passing represents another chapter in the family's storied history, coming years after the death of her father, George Romney, who served as Governor of Michigan and made his own presidential bid in 1968.
Family representatives have requested privacy during this difficult time as arrangements are made to honour Carrie Elizabeth Romney's memory and legacy.
