Former ND First Lady Grace Link dies

Former North Dakota first lady Grace Link dies at 105

Grace Link was remembered as a steadfast partner, a lover and preserver of history, and someone who was both kind and tough.

Former North Dakota First Lady Grace Link Dead at 105

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Former North Dakota First Lady Grace Link has died at the age of 105. Her husband, Art Link, served as governor of North Dakota from 1973 to 1981 in addition to spending years in the North Dakota Legislature and one term in the U.S. House of Representatives. He died in 2010. In a statement, Gov. Doug Burgum called Grace Link a dedicated and passionate public servant to both the state of North Dakota and our nation. He cal…

Former ND First Lady Grace Link dies

BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) -- Former North Dakota First Lady Grace Link has died. She was 105. Grace was married to Art Link, who served as governor from 1973 to 1981. He passed away in 2010. Indeed, she served alongside her husband through his entire political career spanning terms in the North Dakota House of Representatives (1946-70) including serving as speaker of the House (1964-70), the U.S. House of Representatives (1971-73) and as the 27th gov…