Former Oklahoma Gov. George P. Nigh, a legendary politician who served in the state’s highest office four times, has died at 98.

George Nigh, former Oklahoma governor and state legislator, died Wednesday morning, according to family and friends. WATCH: From the KOCO Archives: Former Oklahoma Gov. George Nigh through the yearsSign up for our NewslettersNigh died at home surrounded by his family.

OKLAHOMA CITY (KSWO) - Former Oklahoma Governor George Nigh has died at the age of 98. Nigh served as governor briefly in 1963 and for two terms from 1979 to 1987.