John Norman Shade (April 6, 1902 – October 26, 1985) was an American politician and businessman.

John Norman Shade
Illinois House of Representatives
In office
1954–1970
Mayor of Pekin
In office
1939–1954
Personal details
Born(1902-04-06)April 6, 1902
DiedOctober 26, 1985(1985-10-26) (aged 83)
Pekin, Illinois
Political partyRepublican

Shade was born in Pekin, Illinois and was in the real estate business. He served as mayor of Pekin, Illinois from 1939 to 1954 and from 1959 to 1966. He was a Republican. Shade served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1954 to 1958 and from 1966 to 1970. He also served on the Tazewell County Board. Shade died at the Pekin Convalescent Center in Pekin, Illinois.[1][2][3]

References edit

  1. ^ 'Illinois Blue Book 1969-1970, Biographical Sketch of J. Norman Shade, pg. 280–281
  2. ^ 'J. Norman Shade, former legislator, Pekin Mayor dies,' Pekin Daily Times, October 26, 1985
  3. ^ "In Search of Family: TCGHS to feature several interesting upcoming programs", Pekin Daily Times, retrieved 27 August 2020