Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, known for her advocacy work and being the longest-married presidential couple in U.S. history, has died at the age of 96. Rosalynn Carter passed away on Sunday at her home in Georgia, with her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, by her side, according to their son, James E. Carter III.

The couple celebrated their 77th wedding anniversary earlier this summer, solidifying their status as the longest-married presidential couple in U.S. history. In the wake of Rosalynn Carter's passing, new details emerged about her final moments and the unwavering devotion of former President Jimmy Carter towards her.

According to their son, Chip Carter, on Saturday night, the former president sat beside Rosalynn's bedside in his wheelchair, expressing his love and gratitude for all the wonderful things she had done. He then requested privacy to be alone with her. Rosalynn Carter had entered hospice care at their Georgia home shortly before her passing.

Rosalynn Carter had been living with dementia, as previously announced by the Carter Center in May on behalf of the family. Despite her illness, she continued to reside in Plains, Georgia, the city where both she and Jimmy Carter grew up and returned to later in life.

In February, the Carter Center revealed that Jimmy Carter, now 99 years old, had started receiving hospice care at home. Though the reason for his short hospital stays earlier this year was not specified, the former president had undergone successful treatment for a cancerous mass in his liver back in 2015. He opted for hospice care to spend his remaining time at home with his family.

Chip Carter shared that his father had expressed concerns over outliving his beloved wife in the months since entering hospice care himself. Despite his worries, Jimmy Carter stayed strong and looked after Rosalynn until the end. The night before her passing, he held her hand for about 30 minutes, sitting beside her hospital bed. Tears filled his eyes when she took her last breath.

The Carter family spent time together in the bedroom following Rosalynn's death, and then, at Jimmy Carter's request, left the room to give the couple some final moments alone. The former president referred to Rosalynn as his equal partner, someone who provided him with wise guidance and unwavering support.

The Carters' love story began when they first met in Plains when Jimmy Carter was three years old and Rosalynn was just a newborn. They tied the knot on July 7, 1946, during Jimmy's break from the U.S. Naval Academy and Rosalynn's college years. They became parents to four children and experienced various relocations due to Jimmy's military service. Eventually, they returned to Georgia, where they ran Carter's Warehouse and a farm in Plains.

Rosalynn Carter played a significant role in her husband's political career, from campaigning for his Georgia Senate seat to supporting him during his presidency. She was known for her passion for politics and her contribution to mental health advocacy, shattering stigmas surrounding the topic.

Alongside their political legacies, the Carters dedicated themselves to humanitarian efforts. They expanded Habitat for Humanity, an organization focused on affordable housing, and grew the Carter Center, a charity committed to human rights and alleviating human suffering.

The passing of Rosalynn Carter leaves a lasting impact on the world, with people from all walks of life honoring her compassion and strength. The Carter family expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of love and support received after her passing, emphasizing how Rosalynn Carter touched lives around the globe.

As the nation mourns the loss of a beloved former first lady, Rosalynn Carter's legacy will continue to inspire future generations in the pursuit of equality, compassion, and positive change.