Allison Copening
American politician (1964–2020)
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Debra Allison Copening[1] (née Mellot; July 4, 1964 – January 18, 2020) was a Democratic member of the Nevada Senate, representing Clark County District 6 (map) from 2009 to 13, defeating incumbent Bob Beers in 2008. She did not run for re-election in 2012.[2]
July 4, 1964
Allison Copening | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Nevada Senate from the 6th district | |
| In office 2009–2013 | |
| Preceded by | Bob Beers |
| Succeeded by | Mark Hutchison |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Allison Mellot July 4, 1964 Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
| Died | January 18, 2020 (aged 55) Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | University of Nevada, Las Vegas (BA) |
| Occupation | Businesswoman |
Early life
Allison Copening was born in Las Vegas.[3] She graduated from Bonanza High School in 1982, and also attended the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where she graduated with a B.A. in Communication Studies.[3]
Her parents were Harold and Jane Mellot; Copening had one older brother, Michael and one older sister, Gina.[citation needed]
Career
Copening started her career in the field of broadcasting for nine years at the CBS affiliate in Las Vegas, KLAS TV.[3]
Personal life
Copening fought with breast cancer since 2005.[citation needed] She died on January 18, 2020, after a brief illness at the age of 55.[4]
