Biden's Mother-In-Law Dies

Bonny Jean Jacobs, 78, the mother-in-law of Senator Joseph R. Biden Jr., the Democratic vice presidential nominee, died this afternoon after a long illness, according to a spokesman for the Biden campaign.

Mr. Biden has canceled all campaign appearances Monday and Tuesday to be with his wife, Jill Jacobs Biden, and their families.

Mrs. Jacobs had been in hospice care in the Philadelphia suburbs, not far from the Bidens' home in Wilmington, Del.

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[neurologymatters]

My sympathies to the Biden family. I admire you for putting Family First by showing respect-actions speak louder than words.

[Rutabaga]

My deepest and most sincere condolences to the Biden family.

[MagisterLudi]

condolences to the families. But Biden stolid presence or lack thereof would make zero difference. It's not like he's exciting the electorate with his speeches.

[AnalyzeIT]

Peace be with you and your family Joe.

Cherish the memories. We miss you.

[paixa3]

Peace to you and your family Senator.

[Shashi0224]

My deepest sympathy to the Biden family. This is such a difficult time, please know the American people are with you. You are an amazing, outstanding family and I wish you the blessing of wonderful memories of times spent with your Mom. Take care. You are a very cherished family.

[MissingAmerica]

My condolences to him and his family. He is totally family-oriented, as is plain to see with Obama. What a refreshing change to see two honorable, decent men in the White House! God bless!

[patianneb]

What a mensch! The more I know, the more I admire. At this point in a critical campaign, he's a one in a million guy, but then his devotion to his family has never wavered...not once...ever. There's a man to repspect.

[Bonobou]

Condolences to the Biden and Jacobs family.

May God's perpetual light shine upon her!

[dct1999]

Wishing strength and courage to the Biden family.

[GerryS]

our condolences-

[DocSarvis]

My condolences to Jill and Joe and their families.

[nellie]

Blessings to the Biden family. And godspeed to Mrs. Jacobs.

[Truth4Voters]

Your family is in our thoughts.

[MNmommy]

Sympathy, thoughts and prayers to Jill and Joe, and theirs.