Bud Estes
American politician (1946–2021)
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Bud Estes (October 4, 1946[2] – February 13, 2021) was an American politician. He was a Republican member of the Kansas Senate for the 38th district, from 2017 until his death, and previously served as the 119th district state representative.[3][4] Estes also served as the mayor of Bucklin, Kansas, for fourteen years.
Preceded byGarrett Love
Succeeded byRon Ryckman Sr.
Preceded byBrian Weber[1]
Succeeded byBradley Ralph
Bud Estes | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Kansas Senate from the 38th district | |
| In office January 9, 2017 – February 13, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Garrett Love |
| Succeeded by | Ron Ryckman Sr. |
| Member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 119th district | |
| In office June 20, 2013 – January 9, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Brian Weber[1] |
| Succeeded by | Bradley Ralph |
| Mayor of Bucklin | |
| In office 1976–1990 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 4, 1946 Dodge City, Kansas, U.S. |
| Died | February 13, 2021 (aged 74) Bucklin, Kansas, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Renae Estes |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | Fort Hays State University |
| Website | BudEstes.com |
Estes died in February 2021, after being hospitalized due to a prolonged illness.[5]
Committee membership
Estes has served on the following legislative committees:
- Health & Human Services
- Insurance & Financial Institutions
- Federal and State Affairs
