The wife of Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, has died after a two-year bout with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.
“After a courageous battle with cancer, Bobbi is now at peace and at home with the Lord,” Barrasso said in a statement. “In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, Bobbi was a leader, fierce advocate for Wyoming, and friend to everyone she met.”
“We miss her dearly,” he added. “On behalf of our entire family, we thank everyone for your prayers and continued support as we remember her and grieve together.”
There was an immediate outpouring of support from Republicans and Democrats for Barrasso, a physician who is highly respected among his colleagues.
“Elaine and I are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Bobbi Barrasso,” said Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. “Our friend and colleague John wore his love for Bobbi on his sleeve. And he was blessed to go through life with someone whose commitment to serving the people of Wyoming rivaled his own. Bobbi’s home state is better for her decades of devoted advocacy for a host of worthy causes. In addition to her tireless work on breast cancer treatment and awareness, Bobbi inspired action in Wyoming and Washington on issues ranging from suicide prevention to historical preservation and support for survivors of child abuse.”
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“Today, the Senate holds Bobbi’s beloved husband John, her daughter Hadley, and the entire Barrasso and Brown families in our prayers,” he added.
Other notable statements included:
We are all deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Senator Barrasso’s wife, Bobbi, who was a great friend and encourager to all of us. Laina and I are mourning with the entire Barrasso family and know their faith will see them through these tough times.
— Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) January 25, 2024
Please join me in keeping Senator Barrasso and his family in your prayers today as his beloved wife Bobbi has passed away.
May her memory be a blessing to all those grieving her loss.
— Senator Eric Schmitt (@SenEricSchmitt) January 25, 2024
Bobbi Barrasso has been lighting up rooms with her infectious smile, natural warmth and generosity of spirit since we first met as teenagers at the University of Wyoming. I will miss her dearly. My prayers are with @SenJohnBarrasso and the entire Barrasso family at this time. pic.twitter.com/5GQfSZs3A4
— Senator Cynthia Lummis (@SenLummis) January 25, 2024
Our prayers are w my friend John and the entire Barrasso family following the passing of his wife Bobbi. She was a gr8 friend to Barbara & me We will miss her warm heart & kind spirit
— Chuck Grassley (@ChuckGrassley) January 25, 2024
My prayers are with my dear friend @SenJohnBarrasso during this heartbreaking time. I pray that he and the entire Barrasso family feel God’s comforting grace as they remember Bobbi and a life well lived.
— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) January 25, 2024
I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Bobbi Barrasso. She was not only a dear friend to me, but a friend to everyone she met, and she will be deeply missed. My prayers are with @SenJohnBarrasso and the rest of their family during this difficult time.
— Senator Mike Crapo (@MikeCrapo) January 25, 2024
Kelley and I are truly sorry to hear about the loss of Senator Barrasso’s wife, Bobbi. Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers. We wish Senator Barrasso and his loved ones strength and peace during this difficult time.
— Senator Rand Paul (@SenRandPaul) January 25, 2024
Please join Wesley and me in praying for our friend @SenJohnBarrasso and the entire Barrasso family. Bobbi fought a courageous battle with cancer and will be missed by so many. We know the Lord’s saving grace will be a comfort during this time of mourning.
— Senator Katie Boyd Britt (@SenKatieBritt) January 25, 2024
The Senate family has lost one of their stars in Bobbi Barrasso. Like everyone who had the chance to spend time with and get to know Bobbi, I am heartbroken at her passing. Smart, kind, upbeat, funny and loving are just a few of the adjectives that describe her.
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— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) January 25, 2024
My heart goes out to @SenJohnBarrasso and his family as they mourn the loss of his wife, Bobbi, and celebrate her vibrant life. I'm sending my thoughts to the Barrasso family during this difficult time.
— Senator Patty Murray (@PattyMurray) January 25, 2024
Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Bobbi Barrasso after a fearless fight with cancer. Mikey and I send our sincerest prayers to @SenJohnBarrasso and his entire family as they grieve during this challenging time.
— Senator John Hoeven (@SenJohnHoeven) January 25, 2024
I am heartbroken to hear of the passing of my friend John Barrasso’s wife, Bobbi. I will be praying for comfort and peace for the entire Barrasso family. She will be dearly missed by all.
— Joni Ernst (@SenJoniErnst) January 25, 2024
Very sad news from Wyoming. Bobbi Barrasso was a warm and kind person and a wonderful partner to her husband, John. The Barrasso family is in my thoughts today.
— Sen. Debbie Stabenow (@SenStabenow) January 25, 2024
I'm heartbroken for my friend and colleague, Senator Barrasso, and am praying for him and his family during this time of grief. Bobbi will be dearly missed by a great many. May she rest in peace.
— U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (@SenHydeSmith) January 25, 2024
I am saddened to hear of Bobbi Barrasso’s passing. Bobbi was a close friend to Robba and me. She was always upbeat, full of life and encouraging. She will be dearly missed. Robba and I are keeping John and the Barrasso family in our prayers.
— Senator Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) January 25, 2024
Paul and I are sending our deepest condolences to Senator Barrasso, his family, and all of their loved ones mourning Bobbi Barrasso's passing today. I'm keeping the Barrasso family and staff in my thoughts during this difficult time.
— Senator Cortez Masto (@SenCortezMasto) January 25, 2024
Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Bobbi Barrasso, who I had the privilege of getting to know at the Battle of the Bulge Commemoration in 2019.
Bobbi was smart, supportive & had a smile that lit up the room. Tom and my prayers are with @SenJohnBarrasso and his family.
— Sen. Maggie Hassan (@SenatorHassan) January 25, 2024