Karl Boyes
American politician
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Karl W. Boyes (March 1, 1936 – May 11, 2003) was a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Karl W. Boyes | |
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| Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 3rd district | |
| In office January 6, 1981[1] – May 11, 2003 | |
| Preceded by | David C. DiCarlo |
| Succeeded by | Matthew W. Good |
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| Born | March 1, 1936 |
| Died | May 11, 2003 (aged 67) |
| Party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Edinboro State College |
Biography
He was a 1959 graduate of Edinboro State College and attended classes at Allegheny College and Union College.[2] He was first elected to represent the 3rd legislative district in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 1980, a position he held until his death on May 11, 2003.[3][4]
He was also a Millcreek Township Supervisor from 1966 until his being elected to the Pennsylvania House in 1980.
The Karl Boyes Multipurpose Trail is a 13.5-mile bike loop through Presque Isle State Park, Erie, Pennsylvania.[5]
The $100,000 Karl Boyes Northwestern Pa. Memorial Stakes race at Presque Isle Downs is held each year in honor of the former house of representative.