Richard J. Donovan (February 24, 1926 – November 21, 1971) served in the California State Assembly for the 77th district from 1963 to 1966[1] and during World War II he served in the United States Navy.[2]
Richard J. Donovan | |
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| Member of the California State Assembly from the 77th district | |
| In office January 7, 1963 – July 15, 1966 | |
| Preceded by | Sheridan N. Hegland |
| Succeeded by | Wadie P. Deddeh |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 24, 1926 New Rochelle, New York, U.S. |
| Died | November 21, 1971 (aged 45) Chula Vista, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Peggy Jeanne Pearse (m. 1950) |
| Children | 2 |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
California has named the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility after him.
References edit
- ^ "Join California - Richard J. Donovan". joincalifornia.com.
- ^ Vassar, Alexander C. (2011). Legislators of California (PDF). Retrieved 23 November 2016.