Okey Patteson
American politician (1898–1989) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Okey Leonidas Patteson (September 14, 1898 – July 3, 1989) was the 23rd Governor of West Virginia from 1949 to 1953. He was a member of the United States Democratic Party and of the "machine" that totally controlled politics in that era in the state.
Quick Facts 23rd Governor of West Virginia, Preceded by ...
Okey Patteson | |
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23rd Governor of West Virginia | |
In office January 17, 1949 – January 19, 1953 | |
Preceded by | Clarence W. Meadows |
Succeeded by | William C. Marland |
Personal details | |
Born | (1898-09-14)September 14, 1898 Dingess, West Virginia, U.S. |
Died | July 3, 1989(1989-07-03) (aged 90) Beckley, West Virginia, U.S. |
Resting place | High Lawn Memorial Park Oak Hill, West Virginia |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Lee Hawse Patteson |
Children | 2 |
Profession | Politician |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | First Sergeant |
Unit | West Virginia National Guard |
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