George H.W. Bush letter signed to a John Fonteno on Vice Presidential stationery, dated 19 February 1982. Bush concludes the letter with a personal autograph note reading, ''you've had too much grief-''. In the letter, Bush expresses his condolences over the death of Fonteno's mother. Letter measures 7'' x 9'', with original envelope measuring 7.25'' x 4.75''. Uniform toning and single fold, else near fine.