Ken Legan
American politician (1946–2026)
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Kenneth Dale Legan (August 3, 1946 – June 2, 2026) was an American politician. A member of the Republican Party, he served in the Missouri House of Representatives from 1981 to 2002.
August 3, 1946
Ken Legan | |
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| Member of the Missouri House of Representatives | |
| In office 1981–2002 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Kenneth Dale Legan August 3, 1946 Halfway, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | June 2, 2026 (aged 79) Bolivar, Missouri, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Rebecca Bodenhamer (m. 1969) |
| Alma mater | University of Missouri |
Early life and career
Legan was born in Halfway, Missouri,[1] the son of A.J. Legan, a Missouri representative, and June Jones. He attended Halfway High School, graduating in 1964. After graduating, he attended the University of Missouri, earning his bachelor's degree in animal science, which after earning his degree, he served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971. After his discharge, he worked as a farmer.[2][3]
He served in the Missouri House of Representatives from 1981 to 2002.[4]
Personal life and death
In 1969, Legan married Rebecca Bodenhamer. Their marriage lasted until Legan’s death in 2026.[3]
Legan died in Bolivar, Missouri on June 2, 2026, at the age of 79.[5]