Michael J. Gillen
American politician (1885–1942) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Michael J. Gillen (August 5, 1885 – February 1, 1942) was an American politician from New York.
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| Born | August 5, 1885 Brooklyn, New York |
| Died | February 1, 1942 (aged 56) Brooklyn, New York |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Politician |
Early life and education
He was born on August 5, 1885, in Brooklyn, the son of John Gillen (1853–1924) and Margaret Nancy (McGrath) Gillen (1860–1944). He attended the public schools.
Career
He engaged in the real estate and insurance business. .
Gillen was a member of the New York State Assembly (Kings Co., 3rd D.) in 1926, 1927, 1928, 1929, 1930, 1931, 1932, 1933, 1934, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1938, 1939–40 and 1941–42.
Personal life
On February 4, 1917, he married Mary Agnes Burke (1894–1963), and they had several children
Death
He died on February 1, 1942, in Brooklyn, of a heart attack;[1] and was buried at the Holy Cross Cemetery there.
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