American politician (1921-2019) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Berkley Warren Bedell (March 5, 1921 – December 7, 2019) was an American politician. He was a U.S. Representative from Iowa. He served as representatives from 1975 to 1987. Bedell was a Democrat and supported Barack Obama in 2012.[1] He was an active critic on Ronald Reagan during his presidency.
Berkley Bedell | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Iowa's 6th district | |
| In office January 3, 1975 – January 3, 1987 | |
| Preceded by | Wiley Mayne |
| Succeeded by | Fred Grandy |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Berkley Warren Bedell March 5, 1921 Spirit Lake, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | December 7, 2019 (aged 98) Naples, Florida, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) |
Elinor Healy
(m. 1943; died 2017) |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Iowa State University |
| Profession | Businessman |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1942–1945 |
| Rank |  First lieutenant |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
Bedell died in Naples, Florida on December 7, 2019 of a stroke-related problems, aged 98.[2][3]
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