WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today released the following statement on the passing of Deborah Bardo, former first lady of Wichita State University:

“My condolences are with the Bardo family and Wichita State community. After receiving her degrees from Wichita State University, Deborah gave back to the school by continuing her career there. She and her husband John, former President of WSU, were a great team as they led the school together for many years, and as WSU’s First Lady, Deborah took interest in fostering the university’s tight-knit community and supporting its students. Robba and I are praying for their son, Christopher, and the Bardos’ loved ones during this difficult time.”

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