Bobbi Barrasso, wife of Republican Sen. John Barrasso, dies of cancer at age 70

Bobbi Barrasso, wife of Wyoming Republican Sen John Barrasso, has died after a two-year battle against brain cancer, as The Hill reports.

The senator's office confirmed the news that Mrs. Barrasso, 70, passed away at the family's Casper home on Wednesday evening.

A statement issued by the lawmaker on the sad occasion began, “After a courageous battle with cancer, Bobbi is now at peace and at home with the Lord.”

“In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, Bobbi was a leader, fierce advocate for Wyoming, and friend to everyone she met,” her husband added.

Sen. Barrasso continued, “We miss her dearly. On behalf of our entire family, we thank everyone for your prayers and continued support as we remember her and grieve together.”

Mrs. Barrasso spent years working in a series of public service roles, including time spent on the staffs of late Wyoming Sens. Malcolm Wallop and Craig Thomas, as The Hill noted.

In addition, she was a driving force being the founding of the Congressional Spouses for Suicide Prevention and Education advocacy group, whose efforts spanned not just Wyoming but also the entirety of the United States.

Her dedication to the various causes she championed earned Mrs. Barrasso praise from the likes of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) who said in reaction to her death, “Bobbi's home state is better for her decades of devoted advocacy for a host of worthy causes.”

“In addition to her tireless work on breast cancer treatment and awareness, Bobbi inspired action in Wyoming and Washington on a range of issues ranging from suicide prevention to historical preservation and support for survivors of child abuse,” McConnell added.

In a more personal expression of condolences, the Kentucky Republican said, “Elaine and I are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Bobbi Barrasso. Our friend and colleague John wore his love for Bobbi on his sleeve.”

Prior to her diagnosis of glioblastoma two years ago and the surgical removal of an intracranial lesion, Mrs. Barrasso also fought a battle against breast cancer, which was ultimately successful due to surgical, radiation, and chemotherapy treatments.

It was that experience that led her to work on behalf of charities designed to raise awareness of the importance of early detection, including the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

Mrs. and Mrs. Barrasso wed back in 2008, after having both been previously married and subsequently dating for a period of five years, as Fox News noted.

Among those left to mourn Mrs. Barrasso in addition to her husband are their children, Peter, Emma, and Hadley, her brother, Mike, as well as a world of friends and loved ones across the country whose lives she touched along the way.