Laughs, leis and poignant moments: How former first lady Rosalynn Carter was remembered this week

To the world, Rosalynn Carter was known for her dedication to humanitarian efforts and as a devoted partner and trusted adviser to her husband of 77 years, former President Jimmy Carter.

To her family, the former first lady who died November 19 at age 96 was remembered as a lover of people, a hero, an adventurer and a “cool grandma … who did Tai Chi with a sword,” as her grandson, Jason Carter, shared at her tribute service in Atlanta on Tuesday.

Rosalynn’s final journey through...