Longtime state Representative Susan Williams Gifford of Wareham has died of cancer.
It was announced today that she died yesterday at home.
The 64-year-old Republican was the House Minority Whip whose district included Wareham, Carver and Middleboro.
Former Governor Charlie Baker, former Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito and the House Republican caucus have all expressed their condolences.
No funeral services have been released.
The family has asked for privacy.
(Photo: State Rep Susan Williams Gifford's Office)