Condolences were sent by leaders from around the world, and an extensive funeral schedule was set forth, including a period of Carter lying in state at the United States Capitol, and a national day of mourning and federal holiday declared by President Joe Biden to be held on January 9, 2025, the day of Carter's funeral service.

[17][18] President Joe Biden stated that "America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian", and president-elect Donald Trump said Carter "did everything in his power to improve the lives of all Americans.

Delta Air Lines, operating its largest hub in Atlanta, also reacted to Carter's death, lauding his past life.

[40] Unlike other reactions, Iranian state television's coverage of Carter's death characterized him as the "architect of economic sanctions" and remarked on his "failure" to "properly deal with Iran".

[49][50][51] United States Armed Forces installations and ships at sea fired continuous artillery volleys at 30-minute intervals from sunrise to sunset on December 30, as prescribed by military regulation following the death of a former president.

[57] The Council of Bishops of the United Methodist Church enacted a resolution recalling Carter as a "devoted Christian who embodied Jesus' teachings".

[59] On behalf of Pope Francis, the Secretary of the Apostolic See, Pietro Parolin, announced that "the Holy Father commends him [Carter] to the infinite mercies of almighty God and prays for the consolation of all who mourn his loss".

It then proceeded to his boyhood home in nearby Archery, where the National Park Service saluted him, and the farm's bell rang 39 times in recognition of him being the 39th U.S.

The ceremony included a performance, "Battle Hymn of the Republic" by the Morehouse College Glee Club, and remarks by Carter's son Chip and grandson Jason.

[73] A service attended by Vice President Kamala Harris, members of Congress, the Supreme Court, Governors, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, the Cabinet, the Diplomatic Corps, and the Joint Chiefs was conducted for Carter.

Vice President Harris, Senate majority leader John Thune, and Speaker of the United States House of Representatives Mike Johnson eulogized Carter.

The Naval Academy Glee Club also performed "My Country, 'Tis of Thee",[75] "Eternal Father, Strong to Save" (the Navy Hymn).

[84] Music at the service was provided by the Armed Forces Chorus, the National Cathedral Choir, the U.S. Coast Guard Band, and the U.S. Marine Orchestra.

[86][87] Music during the service included a rendition of "The Road Home" by the National Cathedral Choir, "Amazing Grace" by Phyllis Adams and Lelia Bolden of Song Rise to Thee.

[88] Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood performed John Lennon's "Imagine", while the U.S. Marine Orchestra and Armed Forces Chorus sang "Eternal Father, Strong to Save".

Upon arrival back in Georgia, Carter's remains traveled by motorcade to Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown of Plains for a private funeral service with his family and close friends.

[90][91] The 282 Army Band from Fort Jackson, South Carolina, also played "Hail to the Chief"[90] and the hymns, "It Is Well with My Soul" and "Old Rugged Cross".

The Fort Moore Maneuver Center of Excellence Band played "The Star-Spangled Banner", "Rock of Ages", and "Eternal Father, Strong to Save".