Robert Pechous
American politician
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Robert C. "Bob" Pechous (August 24, 1933 – July 9, 2013) was an American politician and educator.
BornAugust 24, 1933
Berwyn, Illinois, U.S.
DiedJuly 9, 2013 (aged 79)
Berwyn, Illinois, U.S.
Robert Pechous | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives | |
| In office 1977–1983 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 24, 1933 Berwyn, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | July 9, 2013 (aged 79) Berwyn, Illinois, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Southern Illinois University (BA) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Marine Corps |
| Battles/wars | Korean War |
Early life
Born in Berwyn, Illinois, Pechous served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He then received his degree in political science from Southern Illinois University.
Career
Before entering politics, Pechous worked as a teacher. Pechous was the Berwyn Township supervisor and Berwyn city clerk. He served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1977 to 1983 as a Democrat. In 1992, he ran unsuccessfully for his old seat.[1][2][3]
Death
Pechous died in Berwyn, Illinois.[4]
