Madison Marye
Madison Ellis Marye (December 3, 1925 – February 23, 2016) was an American farmer and politician.
Madison Marye | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Virginia Senate from the 39th district | |
| In office January 8, 1992 – August 1, 2002 | |
| Preceded by | William C. Wampler, Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Jay O'Brien |
| Member of the Virginia Senate from the 37th district | |
| In office December 4, 1973 – January 8, 1992 | |
| Preceded by | John N. Dalton |
| Succeeded by | Warren E. Barry |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Madison Ellis Marye December 3, 1925 Richmond, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | February 23, 2016 (aged 90) Shawsville, Virginia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Charlotte Urbas |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1944–1965 |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
| Awards |  Bronze Star Medal Commendation Medal |
Born in Richmond, Virginia, Marye served in the United States Army during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.[1][2] He was a farmer and raised beef cattle in Shawsville, Virginia. Marye served in the Senate of Virginia, from 1973 to 2002, representing parts of southwest Virginia. He was a Democrat.[3][4][2]
Marye was the son of Ambrose Madison Marye (1887-1972) and his wife, Leila MacLachlan (Ellis) Marye (1888-1968). His paternal 4th great-uncle was 4th President of the United States James Madison; his maternal great-grandfather was 10th President of the United States John Tyler.[5]
References
- Glenn, Justin (2014). The Washingtons: A Family History. Vol. 6. El Dorado Hills: Savas Beatie. p. 405. ISBN 9781940669311. OCLC 900727777. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
- Gangloff, Mike (February 24, 2016). "Folksy principles guided late state Sen. Madison Marye". The Roanoke Times. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
- "Marye quitting legislature this summer after 29 years". Richmond Times-Dispatch. July 2, 2002. Archived from the original on July 4, 2002. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
- Dashiell, Joe (February 24, 2016). "Former State Senator Madison Marye dies at the age of 90". WDBJ. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016.
- "Madison Ellis Marye". ourfamtree.org. Ray Gurganus. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
External links
- Madison Marye at The Virginia Elections and State Elected Officials Database Project, 1776-2007
- Madison Marye at Find a Grave
- Profile at Vote Smart
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