Nancy Reagan Dead at 94: Former First Lady Had Congestive Heart Failure

Former First Lady Nancy Reagan has died at the age of 94.

According to NBC News, the wife of the late Ronald Reagan died from congestive heart failure. Her death was confirmed by spokeswoman Joanne Drake with the Reagan Library.

"Mrs. Reagan will be buried at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, next to her husband, Ronald Wilson Reagan, who died on June 5, 2004," Drake revealed in a statement. "Prior to the funeral service, there will be an opportunity for members of the public to pay their respects at the Library."

ABC reported that Mrs. Reagan died at home in Los Angeles.

The former first lady stood by her husband's side not only through his presidency, but when he was shot in 1981. During Ronald's long battle with Alzheimer's disease, Nancy supported her husband until his death in 2004.

Back in 1994, the former president bragged about his wife during the Junior League of Los Angeles tribute dinner honoring Nancy Reagan and said: "Nancy Davis Reagan has led a remarkable life -- as an adoring daughter, a loving mother, a devoted and sensitive partner, and a worthy ambassador for our country as First Lady. I have seen her cope bravely with life's most difficult challenges, exuding grace and dignity and strength. I am so proud of this woman ... I can't imagine life without her."

As news of her death spreads, mourners like Nancy's stepson, Michael Reagan, and former First Lady Barbara Bush express their sadness.

"Nancy Reagan was totally devoted to President Reagan, and we take comfort that they will be reunited once more. George and I send our prayers and condolences to her family," Mrs. Bush said.