Former President George W. Bush chose Dick Cheney as his Vice President for two consecutive terms, and they served together from 2001 to 2009. Dick Cheney is often cited as the most influential Vice President in United States history. Sadly, he passed away on November 3 from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. Many people shared tributes to Dick Cheney following his death, including George W. Bush. The former president posted a lengthy tribute to his right-hand man on Instagram. It’s clear the two men had a very special relationship. “The death of Richard B. Cheney is a loss to the nation and a sorrow to his friends. Laura and I will remember Dick Cheney for the decent, honorable man that he was. History will remember him as among the finest public servants of his generation – a patriot who brought integrity, high intelligence, and seriousness of purpose to every position he held,” George W. Bush wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by George W. Bush (@georgewbush) George W. Bush Respected Dick Cheney For Many Things The former president knew Dick Cheney as a colleague and a family man. He included his prayers for his wife and children. “Dick’s love for America was second only to his family. Laura and I have shared our deepest sympathies with Vice President Cheney’s wife Lynne and their daughters and grandchildren of whom he was so deeply proud. We are praying for Lynne, Liz, Mary, and the Cheney family as they honor a great man,” George W. Bush concluded. “Deepest condolences to you, Mr. President. May he rest in eternal peace,” a follower wrote. “A powerful and influential man who deeply loved his country,” another person shared. Many hope Dick Cheney’s legacy will carry on through his family. “Thankful for the values and love for country he instilled in his daughter, Liz Cheney,” a comment reads. This story’s featured image is by PAUL J. RICHARDS/AFP via Getty Images The post George W. Bush Pens Touching Tribute To Dick Cheney appeared first on InspireMore.