Charles Henry Varnum (July 9, 1933 – February 26, 1999)[1] was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives, representing a portion of the Upper Peninsula for 26 years.[2][3]
Charles H. Varnum | |
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| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 107th district | |
| In office January 1, 1967 – December 31, 1982 | |
| Preceded by | Einar E. Erlandsen |
| Succeeded by | Pat Gagliardi |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 9, 1933 Jonesville, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | February 26, 1999 (aged 65) Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Sherry |
| Alma mater | Northern Michigan University Hillsdale College |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | Marine Corps |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Battles/wars | Korean War |
A native of Jonesville, Varnum attended Ferris Institute and Hillsdale College. While at Hillsdale, Varnum became a member of Delta Tau Delta. He served in the Marines during the Korean War. Varnum then moved to Manistique and was a teacher, a member of the Schoolcraft County board of supervisors, and a member of the Manistique city council. He was elected to the House in 1966.[4]
After leaving the House in 1982, Varnum became Manistique city manager and served there until his retirement in 1988. He was a member of Rotary, the Elks, the American Legion, and the V.F.W. Varnum died on February 26, 1999, aged 65.[5][6][7]
References
edit- ^ "Legislator Details - Charles Henry Varnum". Library of Michigan. Retrieved August 10, 2022.
- ^ 1981-1982 Michigan Manual: Charles H. Varnum
- ^ The Political Graveyard: Varnum, Charles H.
- ^ House Resolution 29 (1999): A resolution offered as a memorial for Charles H. Varnum, former member of the House of Representatives
- ^ Northern Michigan University: Charles H. Varnum Papers
- ^ "Former Rep. Charlie Varnum Dies at Age 65". Gongwer News Service. 1 March 1999.
- ^ 'Charles H. Varnum-obituary,' Englewood Sun (Florida), March 10, 1999, pg. 8