Former US Vice President Dick Cheney Dies at 84

Dick Cheney, the former Vice President of the United States who served under the George W. Bush administration, died on Tuesday at the age of 84, according to a family statement reported by CNN.

Details of Death and Family Statement

• Cause of Death: The family stated that Cheney died due to complications from pneumonia and cardiovascular disease.

• Family Tribute: The family described Dick Cheney as "a great and good man who taught his children and grandchildren to love our country, and to live a life full of courage, honor, love, kindness, and fly fishing."

• Gratitude: They added: "We are immensely grateful for all that Dick Cheney did for our country. We are infinitely lucky that we loved and were loved by this noble giant of a man."

Cheney's Political Career

• Term of Service: Dick Cheney was the 46th Vice President, serving two terms alongside Republican President George W. Bush between 2001 and 2009.

• Prominent Figure: Cheney was a prominent and controversial figure in Washington for decades.