"Her determination to fight the disease is an inspiration to all of us. Over the course of her four terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, she was an effective advocate for the people of her district and a strong supporter of our men and women in uniform. She was a fine example of a public servant who worked hard to cut government waste to ensure the people's money was used wisely. Her common sense values will be missed on Capitol Hill."

- President George Bush

"I always admired Congresswoman Davis' strong convictions and the tenacity that she brought to bear in acting on them. We shared a warm friendship built around a mutual enjoyment of equestrian sports."

—U.S. Sen. John W. Warner, R-Va.

"Congresswoman Jo Ann Davis made history when she became the first female Republican elected to the House of Representatives from the commonwealth in 2000. She inspired Virginians as she battled breast cancer while continuing to serve the commonwealth."

—Gov. Timothy M. Kaine.

"Virginia has lost a passionate advocate for better government, and her legacy as a defender of conservative principles will always be remembered."

—John Hager, chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia.

"When her career took her to Washington, the entire commonwealth, and the country, benefited. She was a leader of integrity, common sense, and decency. ...In a city where so many seek the bright lights of national publicity over the hard work of effective governing, Jo Ann always focused on the latter."

—Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell.

"She was a good friend and a tireless advocate for America's First District, as both she and Herb Bateman referred to the 1st Congressional District of Virginia. While we had different political loyalties, we had no differences in our efforts to work together for the Hampton Roads area and especially the shipping and defense industries."

—U.S. Rep. Robert C. "Bobby" Scott, D-3rd.

"It is fitting that the month of October is dedicated to raising breast cancer awareness. Even as she battled through her own personal adversity, Jo Ann saw her illness as an opportunity to help others and raise awareness for this disease. Her efforts will live on through the lives that she touched."

—U.S. Rep. Thelma Drake, R-2nd.

"She was a dependable conservative voice on the challenges of our time, but I believe that her greatest contribution was the devoted manner in which she attended to the affairs of her district and the constituents she served."

—Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling.