Charles Nelson (Kentucky politician)

Charles "Preacher" Nelson (October 31, 1925 – October 28, 2019) was an American politician from Kentucky who was a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from 1989 to 1997. Nelson was first elected in 1988, defeating incumbent Republican representative James C. Brown.[1] Nelson did not seek reelection in 1996.[2]

Charles Nelson
Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives
from the 15th district
In office
January 1, 1989 – January 1, 1997
Preceded byJames C. Brown
Succeeded byBrent Yonts
Personal details
Born(1925-10-31)October 31, 1925
DiedOctober 28, 2019(2019-10-28) (aged 93)
Political partyDemocratic

He died in October 2019 at age 93.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Republicans lose one seat each in state senate and state house". The Lexington Herald-Leader. November 9, 1988. p. A8.
  2. ^ "Filing deadline approaches". The Lexington Herald-Leader. January 29, 1996. p. B1.
  3. ^ "A JOINT RESOLUTION designating the Representative Charles "Preacher" Nelson Memorial Highway in Muhlenberg County" (PDF). Kentucky General Assembly. Retrieved February 26, 2024.