Capitol Perspectives: Memories of the Late Missouri Gov. Kit Bond

Capitol Perspectives: Memories of the late Missouri Gov. Kit Bond

Officers carry the casket of former U.S. Senator and Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond into the Missouri State Capitol on May 20 to begin a memorial service (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent).Christopher “Kit” Bond’s death brought very deep memories for me about a governor I have missed since he left the office in 1985. My strongest memory of Bond was his pursuit as the Republican gubernatorial candidate to replace the Democratic governor …

Farewell to Kit Bond — A True Missouri Statesman - Marshall Democrat

Missouri has lost one of its most devoted sons. Christopher “Kit” Bond — a leader of uncommon humility, vision, and resolve — was honored this week in the Capitol he served so faithfully. I was privileged to attend his memorial service and join Missourians in celebrating a life defined by public service. Senator Bond passed away at 86, leaving behind a legacy that will endure for generations.