Ethel Kennedy, RFK's Widow, Dead at 96

Ethel Kennedy, widow of Robert F. Kennedy, has died. She was 96. Her grandson, former Massachusetts Rep. Joe Kennedy III, confirmed her death in a tribute on social media. He wrote in part, 'She was a devout Catholic and a daily communicant, and we are comforted in knowing she is reunited with the love of her life, our father, Robert F. Kennedy.' Ethel and RFK were parents to 11 children.

[sharoncooper]

RIP❤ ETHEL KENNEDY. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU

[angeliquem]

I know their family had their issues, and she as well in the past, but i respected her ability to endure all those tragedies and look after her family. R.I.P Ethel ❤

[bicknell]

Such a strong woman she was left to raise 11 children on her way. May she rest in peace. 🙏

[curtgomes]

My deepest condolences to RFK Jr and the entire Kennedy family. Thank you so much for everything....

[gailreese]

Bobby Kennedy died 6 months before the birth of his 11th & last child, Rory. His opportunity to welcome her into their family was sadly taken away by his assassin.

[caitlinallen]

RIP Ethel, you are missed by all. You’re finally with Bobby again.

[caroline]

Iam sad she was extraordinary vibrant and strong!

[hisukserjeant]

Grand lady in every sense🙏❤️ bless her!

[latricegoodman]

I admired Ethel Kennedy's Dedication to family and human rights she was resilient in a life full of tragedy and an incredible woman who will be missed. Sending Prayers to Kennedy Family

[tonyd]

RIP to RFK Jr and his family, They were our finest

[LighthouseLover]

Technically, they had 10 kids before Robert's assassination. Rory was their 11th child who
never got the chance to meet her daddy. 🥺💔

[eddiewhitfield]

Rest in Peace 🙏 🕊 To Ethel Kennedy I Seed My Condolences and Tribute To 🙏 😢 Her Family

[jackietrujillo]

Ethel lived a long life from past and future. She struggle alot from tough times and had 11 children to look after. She look after her self to live long. Ethel was faithful to Robert and never married. She was a role model to everyone and strong lady. Now she is in heaven with Robert. Rest ln Peace .

[gigilala]

My condolences to the Kennedy family. She was a great woman. God Bless her and her family. 🙏🏻☦️❤️

[cynthiamartin]

Rest In Peace Mrs. Ethel Kennedy; prayers and condolences to your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

[RicoClauYan]

Condolence to Sir RFK Jr. and Her Family ❤😢

[marquelabruce]

She was pregnant when her husband died she could finally be with him

[lf]

SHE DIED OF SHAME. You deserved better, Ethel. RIP

[MaryPoppins-dk]

She was a survivor during stormy times.

[gregscott]

She would have been a great first lady. May she RIP with Bobby.