Career
Born in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, Trice was the chairwoman of the Kootenai Tribal Council. In 1974, while chairman, the Kootenai tribe declared war on the United States of America. Within a few weeks, the tribe was able to get a concession and land grant from the federal government.
Trice was also known for her efforts to preserve traditional Kutenai culture and beliefs.
She was fond of playing stick game, and took up water aerobics in her 60s.