On November 3, 2022, former Vice President Dick Cheney passed away at the age of 84 due to complications from pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. Following his death, a funeral service was organized at the Washington National Cathedral on November 20, 2025, where numerous dignitaries and political figures were expected to gather to pay their respects. Notably, former President George W. Bush was scheduled to deliver a tribute at the service, emphasizing Cheney's commitment to public service throughout his lifetime. Cheney, who held various prominent positions in the U.S. government over several decades, including Vice President under George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009, was a controversial figure due to his staunch conservative views and significant influence in shaping U.S. foreign and domestic policy. His death elicited various responses from political leaders, with some acknowledging his decades of service while others criticized aspects of his political legacy. The White House noted Cheney's passing and the protocols under which flags were lowered to half-staff in his honor, a mark traditionally reserved for current or former vice presidents. In conjunction with the national observance of mourning, several states decided to maintain flags at half-staff beyond the end of the federal mourning period. West Virginia, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Wyoming announced their own local observances to honor specific individuals and recent tragedies pertinent to their communities. For example, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted the loss of a veteran worker who died in a workplace incident as the reason for continued flag lowering in that state. The funeral service was to be livestreamed for public viewing, ensuring that many could participate in the tribute to Cheney's life and service. Events at the cathedral were set to include tributes not only from political figures such as Bush but also from those who knew Chenney personally, including his physician. The ceremony aimed to celebrate Cheney’s long-standing dedication to his family and the nation he served, reflecting on both his contributions and the controversies surrounding his political career.