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William P. Costas

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William P. Costas
Member of the Indiana Senate
from the 5th district
In office
November 5, 1980 – November 9, 1988
Preceded byJohn Reginald Larson[1]
Succeeded byWilliam E. Alexa

William P. Costas (June 18, 1927 – July 23, 2013) was an American businessman and politician.

Born in Detroit, Michigan, he started his business career as a food buyer in Gary, Indiana. He then owned and operated Costas Foods in Valparaiso, Indiana 1972–1998. He served in the Indiana State Senate 1980–1988. His son Jon Costas was mayor of Valparaiso, Indiana from 2004 to 2020. Costas died in Valparaiso, Indiana.[2][3]

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  1. ^ "List of All Offices and Office Holders". 5 March 2015.
  2. ^ William Costas-obituary
  3. ^ 'William Costas remembered for his great faith,' NWI.com., Phil Weiland, July 23, 2013