Tony Snow (June 1, 1955 – July 12, 2008) passed away this morning. 
Tony Snow during a stop in St. Louis, Misouri back in June 2005.
In March 2007 it was reported that his cancer had returned.
Tony Snow passed away this morning.
CNN reported:
Former White House press secretary Tony Snow — who once told reporters “I’m a very lucky guy” — died at the age of 53 early Saturday after a second battle with cancer.
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Snow, who had been undergoing chemotherapy treatments for a recurrence of the disease, left his White House job September 14, 2007, and joined CNN in April as a conservative commentator.
President Bush said Saturday that he and first lady Laura Bush were “deeply saddened” by Snow’s death.
“The Snow family has lost a beloved husband and father. And America has lost a devoted public servant and a man of character,” the president said in a statement.
“It was a joy to watch Tony at the podium each day.”
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Snow’s successor, White House press secretary Dana Perino, said, “The White House is so deeply saddened by this loss. He was a great friend and colleague and a fantastic press secretary. And his dear family is in our thoughts and prayers.”
Hat Tip Chris Whitener
Michelle Malkin posted a wonderful tribute to Tony.
Brit Hume gave this tribute to Tony Snow:
Rest in Peace Tony Snow.
As expected… The vile Leftist blog Huffington Post was forced to close their comments on on the AP piece about Tony Snow’s death.
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Doug Ross has more reaction on the death of Tony Snow.
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