As of Tuesday, Missouri flags will fly half-staff at all government buildings, according to a press release from Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe's office.
The full release is below:
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today, in honor of former U.S. Vice President Richard "Dick" Cheney and in accordance with 4 U.S. Code §7, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered that U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at all government buildings in the State of Missouri, beginning today and continuing through the day of the former vice president's interment, which has yet to be announced.
"Vice President Cheney devoted his life to serving our nation with honor and distinction," Governor Kehoe said. "Throughout his decades of public service, he exemplified unwavering commitment to the United States' security and prosperity. In recognition of his long and distinguished career, we honor his life of service by lowering the flags across Missouri."
Cheney’s career in public service spanned more than four decades. He served as White House Chief of Staff under President Gerald Ford, represented Wyoming in the U.S. House of Representatives, and later served as Secretary of Defense under President George H.W. Bush. From 2001 to 2009, he was Vice President of the United States under President George W. Bush.
On November 3, former Vice President Cheney, 84, passed away due to complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.
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The above press release is from the Communications Office of Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe.
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