DES MOINES - Iowa GOP Chairman Jeff Kaufmann released the following statement regarding the passing of former Iowa First Lady Billie Lee Ray:

“My deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the family of former Iowa First Lady Billie Lee Ray. She represented the very best of Iowa, and her philanthropic work left a lasting impact on our state. My earliest memories of Iowa politics involved Governor Ray and First Lady Ray. A woman of dignity, class, and grace, her legacy of service will not be forgotten.”

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