Remembering former Governor George Nigh during memorial service
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - A memorial for former Governor George Nigh was held at Crossings Community Church on Thursday morning.
"Governor Nigh has simply moved from Oklahoma to heaven," said Pastor Wendell Estep, Gov. Nigh's pastor.
Gov. Nigh died last month, at 98, and today a public service was held.
"It seemed like he knew everyone, and everyone knew him," said Pastor Estep.
Friends, family, and current Oklahoma leaders filled the room to honor the man who was Oklahoma born and bred.
"He was an influence all the days of his life, even though he left the governor's mansion half a century ago, he was still an influential force in this community and in this state, and I believe he will continue to be even after his passing," said Mayor David Holt, Oklahoma City.
An influential force that former President Bill Clinton remembers as he reflects upon his friendship with Gov. Nigh.
"George and I were elected governor in the same year, and he knew I was too young to know what I was doing," said President Clinton. "We should be paying tribute to his life for far more than 98 years."
President Clinton said he was honored to have shared one last moment with him, just four months ago. It was a hug on April 19, 2025, when he traveled to Oklahoma City for the 30th Remembrance Ceremony for the Oklahoma City bombing.
"I will never forget the last hug I got from him. It was a gift of a lifetime," said President Clinton. What a gift his life was. That's what I hope you'll remember."