Betti Sheldon
American politician (1935–2020)
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Betti L. Sheldon (née Guiles; April 9, 1935 – July 23, 2020)[1][2] was an American politician who served as a member of the Washington State Senate, representing the 23rd district, from 1993 to 2005.[3] A member of the Democratic Party, she defeated incumbent Republican and Senate president pro tempore Ellen Craswell in 1992.[4]
Preceded byEllen Craswell
Succeeded byPhil Rockefeller
BornApril 9, 1935
Aberdeen, Washington, U.S.
DiedJuly 23, 2020 (aged 85)
Bremerton, Washington, U.S.
Betti Sheldon | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Washington Senate from the 23rd district | |
| In office January 11, 1993 – January 12, 2005 | |
| Preceded by | Ellen Craswell |
| Succeeded by | Phil Rockefeller |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 9, 1935 Aberdeen, Washington, U.S. |
| Died | July 23, 2020 (aged 85) Bremerton, Washington, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Children | 5 |
| Education | Gonzaga University (attended) |