Statement by Gov. Rick Perry on Passing of Former U.S. Ambassador Peter Terpeluk

AUSTIN — Texas Gov. Rick Perry today released the following statement on the passing of former U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg and Republican National Committee finance chairman Peter Terpeluk:

"I'm saddened today by the passing of Peter Terpeluk, former Ambassador to Luxembourg under President George W. Bush. Peter was a friend who served his country with distinction in both the public and private sectors in addition to working tirelessly to elect Republicans across the country. Anita and I send our sympathies to his wife Diane and their children Trey and Meredith during this difficult time."