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Jeanne Hurley Simon

1922 – 2000

American politician

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About Jeanne Hurley Simon

Lived 1922 – 2000 (aged 77). Jeanne Hurley Simon was an American politician.

Jeanne C. Hurley Simon (May 10, 1922 – February 20, 2000) was the first wife of Senator Paul Simon and the mother of former Illinois Lieutenant Governor Sheila Simon, was a state and national public official in her own right.

Early life and career Born in Chicago, Illinois, Simon moved to Chicago's North Shore, graduating from New Trier High School. She then attended Barat College. After receiving her Bachelor of Arts, she attended law school at Northwestern University School of Law. She was admitted to the Illinois bar and practiced law including work as a Cook County Assistant State's Attorney.

Illinois House of Representatives A member of the Illinois House of Representatives from 1957 to 1961. A supporter of the Civil Rights Movement, Hurley was a member of the Catholic Interracial Council and the NAACP.

A decade after her death, her daughter Sheila became Lieutenant Governor of Illinois.

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Important facts

Born
10 May 1922, Chicago
Birth century
20th century
Died
20 February 2000, Makanda
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Education
Barat College, Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law
Positions held
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives
Awards
American Library Association Honorary Membership
Also known as
Jeanne C. Hurley Simon

Family & relationships

Spouse
Paul Simon (politician)

People in Jeanne Hurley Simon's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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b. 1961
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jeanne Hurley Simon?

American politician (1922–2000)

When was Jeanne Hurley Simon born?

Jeanne Hurley Simon was born on 10 May 1922 in Chicago.

When did Jeanne Hurley Simon die?

Jeanne Hurley Simon died on 20 February 2000 in Makanda.

What was Jeanne Hurley Simon's occupation?

Jeanne Hurley Simon was a politician.

What nationality was Jeanne Hurley Simon?

Jeanne Hurley Simon was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jeanne Hurley Simon

· Wikidata: Q6172114

· DBpedia: Jeanne Hurley Simon

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