Eric Winkler
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Eric Alfred Winkler (February 13, 1920 – March 18, 1995) was a politician in Ontario, Canada. He was a Progressive Conservative member of the House of Commons of Canada from 1957 to 1967 who represented the riding of Grey—Bruce. He was also a member of provincial parliament from 1967 to 1975 who represented the riding of Grey South. He served as a cabinet minister in the government of Bill Davis.
Quick Facts Ontario MPP, Preceded by ...
Eric Winkler | |
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Ontario MPP | |
In office 1967–1975 | |
Preceded by | Farquhar Oliver |
Succeeded by | Bob McKessock |
Constituency | Grey South[note 1] |
Member of Parliament for Grey—Bruce | |
In office 1957–1967 | |
Preceded by | Walter Harris |
Succeeded by | Riding abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | (1920-02-13)February 13, 1920 Hanover, Ontario |
Died | March 18, 1995(1995-03-18) (aged 75) Hanover, Ontario |
Political party | Progressive Conservative |
Spouse | Frances Winkler |
Children | 4 |
Occupation | Retail merchant |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Canadian |
Branch/service | RCAF |
Years of service | 1940-1946 |
Rank | Flying officer |
Unit | Bomber Command |
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