Bette Nesmith Graham died in Richardson, Texas, age 56.
Bette Nesmith Graham passed away on May 12, 1980, in Richardson, Texas, at the age of 56. Her death marked the end of an era for Liquid Paper Company, but her legacy as a trailblazing woman who broke new ground in entrepreneurship and product innovation lives on. She left behind an inspiring story of resilience and a business that had become a multimillion-dollar success, signaling the far-reaching impact of her innovations.