Voices

"We not only grieve that Terri has passed, but we grieve that our nation has allowed such an atrocity as this, and we pray that it will never happen again." — Rev. Frank Pavone, a Schindler family spiritual adviser

"I urge all those who honor Terri Schiavo to continue to work to build a culture of life where all Americans are welcomed and valued and protected, especially those who live at the mercy of others." — President Bush

"Her experience will heighten awareness of the importance of families dealing with end-of-life issues, and this is an incredible legacy." — Florida Gov. Jeb Bush

"An attack against life is an attack against God, who is the author of life." — Cardinal Jose Saraiva Martins of the Vatican

"We failed her. This country failed her." — Patrick Bautch, a protester

"The policy will be debated, not only here but in every state, and it'll be debated in the Congress." — Florida Sen. Daniel Webster

"I know and am thankful that God has mercy on the souls of the innocent. And I pray that he'll forgive the rest of us." — Florida Rep. Dennis Baxley, R-Ocala, who pushed a bill he hoped would have prevented removal of Schiavo's feeding tube

"This is a true American family tragedy. I just hope the family can find some peace and move on with their lives." — Jay Wolfson, the University of South Florida professor who served as Terri Schiavo's guardian ad litem in 2003

Sources: Associated Press, Cox News Service