Washington, DC - President Barack Obama: "Yogi Berra was an American original – a Hall of Famer and humble veteran; prolific jokester and jovial prophet.  He epitomized what it meant to be a sportsman and a citizen, with a big heart, competitive spirit, and a selfless desire to open baseball to everyone, no matter their background. 

"Michelle and I offer our deepest condolences to his family, his friends, and his fans in New York and across the world." ~ President Barack Obama