About Russ Meekins Sr.
Lived 1915 – 1995 (aged 79–80). Russ Meekins Sr. was an American politician, automobile salesperson and businessperson.
Edward Russell Meekins Sr. (November 17, 1915 – August 10, 1995) was an American politician who served as a member of the Alaska House of Representatives in 1959 and 1960. Meekins was a Democrat. He was a salesman of new and used cars in Anchorage, Alaska and was popularly known around town as "Hustling Russ". His son Russ Meekins Jr. and his daughter Susan Sullivan also served in the Alaska State Legislature. His grandson was the figure skater Drew Meekins.
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Who was Russ Meekins Sr.?
American politician
When was Russ Meekins Sr. born?
Russ Meekins Sr. was born in 1915 in Pennsylvania, Scranton.
When did Russ Meekins Sr. die?
Russ Meekins Sr. died on 10 August 1995 in Providence Alaska Medical Center.
What was Russ Meekins Sr.'s occupation?
Russ Meekins Sr. was a politician, automobile salesperson and businessperson.
What nationality was Russ Meekins Sr.?
Russ Meekins Sr. was American.
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