Richard J. Howrigan
Richard J. Howrigan | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Vermont House of Representatives | |
| In office 1993–1994 | |
| Member of the Vermont House of Representatives from the Franklin-4 district | |
| In office 1994–2002 | |
| Member of the Vermont House of Representatives from the Franklin-2 district | |
| In office 2002–2012 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Richard James Howrigan February 14, 1933 Colchester, Vermont, U.S. |
| Died | January 18, 2025 (aged 91) Colchester, Vermont, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Saint Michael's College |
Richard James Howrigan (February 14, 1933 – January 18, 2025) was an American politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served in the Vermont House of Representatives from 1993 to 2012.[1]
Life and career
Howrigan was born in Colchester, Vermont, the son of Edward James Howrigan and Helen Alice Maloney. He attended St. Mary's High School, graduating in 1947.[2] After graduating, he served in the armed forces during the Korean War, which after his discharge,[3] he attended Saint Michael’s College, earning his B.A. degree in 1956.[4] After earning his degree, he served as a volunteer in the United States Peace Corps in Ethiopia from 1962 to 1964.[5]
Howrigan served in the Vermont House of Representatives from 1993 to 2012.[6]
Death
Howrigan died at his son's home in Colchester, Vermont, on January 18, 2025, at the age of 91.[6]
References
- ^ "Representative Richard J. Howrigan". Vermont General Assembly. Retrieved January 20, 2025.
- ^ "Richard James Howrigan". Legacy. January 19, 2025. Retrieved January 20, 2025.
- ^ "Richard James Howrigan". U.S., Korean War Era Draft Cards, 1948-1959. Retrieved May 26, 2025 – via Ancestry.com. (subscription required)
- ^ "Dick Howrigan, Sr.'s Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved January 20, 2025.
- ^ "Richard Howrigan, Sr". Ballotpedia. Retrieved January 20, 2025.
- ^ a b "Richard James Howrigan". Heald Funeral Home. Retrieved January 20, 2025.