Richard J. Donovan
American politician
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 | (1926-02-24)February 24, 1926 New Rochelle, New York, U.S. |
Died | November 21, 1971(1971-11-21) (aged 45) Chula Vista, California, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Peggy Jeanne Pearse (m. 1950) |
Children | 2 |
Military service | |
Branch/service | ![]() |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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]
California has named the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility after him.