Edgar A. Geerlings (born april 24, 1937) was a Michigan politician.
Edgar A. Geerlings | |
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Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 97th district | |
In office January 1, 1967 – 1986 | |
Preceded by | F. Charles Raap |
Succeeded by | Debbie Farhat |
Personal details | |
Born | April 24, 1937 |
Political party | Republican |
Alma mater | Central Michigan University |
Early life
editGeerlings was born on April 24, 1937.[1]
Education
editGeerlings graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree. Geerlings did addition graduate work at the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Western Michigan University.[1]
Career
editGeerlings was a school teacher. In 1964, Geerlings unsuccessfully ran as the Republican candidate for the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the 97th district. On November 8, 1966, Geerlings was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the 97th district from January 11, 1967 to 1986.[1] In 1992, Geerlings unsuccessfully ran as the Republican candidate for the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the 91st district.[2]
Personal life
editGeerlings got married in 1959. Geerlings was part of the National Education Association. Geerlings was a member of the Reformed Church of America.[1][2]
References
edit- ^ a b c d "Legislator Details - Edgar A. Geerlings". Library of Michigan. Retrieved February 1, 2020.
- ^ a b "Gayl to Gegax". Political Graveyard. Retrieved February 1, 2020.