Betti L. Sheldon (née Guiles; April 9, 1935 – July 23, 2020)[1][2] was an American politician who served as a member of the Washington State Senate, representing the 23rd district from 1993 to 2005.[3] A member of the Democratic Party, she defeated incumbent Republican and Senate president pro tempore Ellen Craswell in 1992.[4]

Betti Sheldon
Member of the Washington Senate
from the 23rd district
In office
January 11, 1993 – January 12, 2005
Preceded byEllen Craswell
Succeeded byPhil Rockefeller
Personal details
Born(1935-04-09)April 9, 1935
Aberdeen, Washington, U.S.
DiedJuly 23, 2020(2020-07-23) (aged 85)
Bremerton, Washington, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Children5
EducationGonzaga University (attended)

References

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  1. ^ "Betti Sheldon Obituary". The Seattle Times. July 23, 2020. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
  2. ^ "Betti Sheldon Obituary". Legacy. July 23, 2020. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
  3. ^ "Betti Sheldon to retire from state Senate". Bainbridge Review. March 3, 2004. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
  4. ^ "Betti Sheldon's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved August 29, 2021.