Frank Murphy (lieutenant governor)
Frank Murphy | |
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| 44th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan | |
| In office 1941–1942 | |
| Governor | Murray Van Wagoner |
| Preceded by | Matilda Dodge Wilson |
| Succeeded by | Eugene C. Keyes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 15, 1897 Rensselaer, New York |
| Died | December 25, 1944 (aged 47) Detroit, Michigan |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Constance Kirchner |
| Alma mater | University of Detroit Mercy School of Law |
Frank Murphy (May 15, 1897 – December 25, 1944) was the 44th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan.
Early life
Murphy was born on May 15, 1897 in Rensselaer, New York to parents William and Katheryn Murphy.[1] In 1920, Murphy moved to Detroit, Michigan. There, he attended University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.[2]
Career
Following his education Murphy worked as a lawyer and tax consultant.[2] Murphy served as the 44th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan from 1941 to 1942. In 1942, he failed to gain re-election. In 1944, he was charged with bribery, to which he pleaded guilty.[3]
Personal life
Murphy was married to Constance Kirchner. Murphy was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Murphy was Catholic.[3]
Death
Murphy died of heart disease on December 25, 1944 in Detroit.[3] Murphy was interred at Mount Olivet Cemetery.[1]
References
- ^ a b "Frank Murphy Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
- ^ a b "Former Lt. Governors". Michigan. Archived from the original on July 15, 2014. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
- ^ a b c "Murphy, E to F". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
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