Willis Tucker
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Willis D. Tucker (November 13, 1922 – June 30, 2000) was an American politician and newspaper editor from Washington state. Tucker was the longtime editor of the Western Sun in southern Snohomish County from 1965 to 1980. He was elected as the first Snohomish County Executive in 1980 and served three terms in the office before retiring in 1991.
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Willis Tucker | |
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1st Snohomish County Executive | |
In office May 1, 1980 – January 2, 1992 | |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | Bob Drewel |
Personal details | |
Born | (1922-11-13)November 13, 1922 Beards Fork, West Virginia, U.S. |
Died | June 30, 2000(2000-06-30) (aged 77) Snohomish, Washington, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Annette Rhoades Tucker |
Children | 3 |
Occupation | Newspaper editor |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1943–1946 |
Rank | Technical sergeant |
Unit | Military Police Corps |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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