Madelyn Payne Dunham, Barack Obama’s grandmother, has died. Mrs. Dunham was 86 years old. After a battle with with cancer she died peacefully, and and Obama announced Monday, 1 day before the election.
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My heart is heavy for your loss. Your Grandmother was a true American hero to raise someone as wonderful as you. Barack. You will win this election and your Grandmother will be watching over you as your special angel. Much Love to your family!