Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter, a low-key New England Republican who was an unexpectedly liberal voice in his 18 years on the nation’s top court, died at his home Thursday, the Supreme Court announced. He was 85.

Retired Supreme Court Justice David H. Souter has died at age 85. The ascetic bachelor and New Hampshire Republican became a favorite of liberals during his nearly 20 years on the bench.

David Souter passed away. Here's what we know, including the cause of the retired Supreme Court justice's death.