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Robert Pechous

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Robert Pechous
Member of the
Illinois House of Representatives
In office
1977–1983
Personal details
BornAugust 24, 1933
Berwyn, Illinois, U.S.
DiedJuly 9, 2013 (aged 79)
Berwyn, Illinois, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materSouthern Illinois University (BA)
Military service
Branch/service United States Marine Corps
Battles/warsKorean War

Robert C. "Bob" Pechous (August 24, 1933 – July 9, 2013) was an American politician and educator.

Early life

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Born in Berwyn, Illinois, Pechous served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He then received his degree in political science from Southern Illinois University.

Career

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Before entering politics, Pechous worked as a teacher. Pechous was the Berwyn Township supervisor and Berwyn city clerk. He served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1977 to 1983 as a Democrat. In 1992, he ran unsuccessfully for his old seat.[1][2][3]

Death

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Pechous died in Berwyn, Illinois.[4]

Notes

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  1. ^ 'Illinois Blue Book 1979-1980,' Biographical Sketch of Robert C. Pechous, pg. 81
  2. ^ Ourcampaigns.com-Robert C. Berwyn
  3. ^ 'Illinois Blue Book 1993-1994,' Vote for State Representatives, pg. 408
  4. ^ "Robert Pechous, former state rep, Berwyn Township Supervisor dies at 79". July 10, 2013. Retrieved July 10, 2013.