Gary M. Vanek (August 12, 1940 – September 5, 2017) was a Michigan politician.

Gary Vanek
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 66th district
In office
July 12, 1978 – 1982
Preceded byMonte Geralds
Succeeded byWilfred D. Webb
Personal details
Born(1940-08-12)August 12, 1940
DiedSeptember 5, 2017(2017-09-05) (aged 77)
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materCentral Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University

Early life

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Vanek was born on August 12, 1940.[1]

Education

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Vanek graduated from Central Michigan University and Eastern Michigan University.[2]

Career

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Vanek served on the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.[3] On July 11, 1978, Vanek was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the 66th district from July 12, 1978 to 1982.[1]

Death

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Vanek died on September 5, 2017.[3]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Legislator Details - Gary Vanek". Library of Michigan. Retrieved February 17, 2020.
  2. ^ "Class of 1958". Royal Oak High School. Retrieved February 17, 2020.
  3. ^ a b "Statement from state Rep. Jim Ellison (D-Royal Oak) on the passing of former state Rep. Gary Vanek". Michigan Democratic Party. Retrieved February 17, 2020.