Michael J. O'Connor (politician)
Michael J. O'Connor (December 15, 1928 – October 24, 2018) was an American politician in the state of South Dakota. He was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives and South Dakota State Senate.[1] He was President Pro Tempore of the Senate from 1975 to 1976.
Michael J. O'Connor | |
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| Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives | |
| In office 1971–1972 | |
| Member of the South Dakota Senate from the 11th district | |
| In office 1973–1977 | |
| In office 1981–1982 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 15, 1928 Sioux Falls, South Dakota, U.S. |
| Died | October 24, 2018 (aged 89) Sioux Falls, South Dakota, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Barbara |
| Children | four |
| Residence | Brandon, South Dakota |
| Alma mater | Augustana University |
| Profession | printing executive |
O'Connor was an alumnus of Augustana College and was a printing executive and owner of O'Connor Printers. O'Connor was a farmer. He served in the United States Marine Corps. O'Connor also served on the Minnehaha County Commission. O'Connor died at the Sioux Falls VA Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.[2][3]
References
- "Historical listing of South Dakota legislators". Retrieved 3 October 2014.
- South Dakota Legislative Manual. Retrieved 3 October 2014.
- Sneve, Joe (October 25, 2018). "Bill Janklow foe, longtime South Dakota lawmaker Michael O'Connor dies". Argus Leader. Retrieved October 27, 2018.
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| Preceded by Roger D. McKellips |
Democratic nominee for Governor of South Dakota 1982 |
Succeeded by Lars Herseth |
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