Phil M. Donnelly

Philip Matthew Donnelly (March 6, 1891 – September 12, 1961) was an American politician who served as the 41st and 43rd governor of Missouri. He was a member of the Democratic Party. Donnelly and Kit Bond are the only Missouri governors to serve two non-consecutive terms.

Personal history Donnelly was born in Lebanon, Missouri, in 1891, the son of Phil and Margaret (Halloran) Donnelly. Following his graduation from Lebanon High School in 1909, Donnelly attended Saint Louis University, earning a law degree in 1913. Donnelly returned to Lebanon and entered private practice with J.W. Farris. In 1915, he married Miss Juanita McFadden. They had one son, David, who himself later became an attorney and joined his father's law practice.

Political history Soon after his passing of the Missouri Bar and return to Lebanon, Donnelly expressed an interest in politics. His first office was that of Lebanon's city attorney, followed by election to one term as Laclede County prosecutor. Westminster College, and William Jewell College. Donnelly Elementary School in Lebanon, Missouri, is named for the governor. Donnelly Hall, formerly a residence hall (1961–2004) at the University of Missouri, was named in honor of the governor.