Lillian Gordy Carter

Bessie Lillian Gordy Carter (néeGordy; August 15, 1898 – October 30, 1983) was an American nurse. She is most known as the mother of Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. She was also known for her contributions as a Peace Corpsvolunteer in India and for writing two books during her son’s presidency.