John Neal Erlenborn (February 8, 1927 – October 30, 2005) was an American lawyer and Republican member of the U.S. Congressional Delegations from Illinois, representing the 14th (then after 1980s redistricting the 13th) district. In all, he served 10 consecutive terms from 1965 to 1985.[1]
Biography
Born in Chicago, Illinois, Erlenborn attended Immaculate Conception High School (Elmhurst, Illinois), Loyola University Chicago and Loyola University Chicago School of Law.[2]
Congress
He represented his district for twenty years, from January 1965 to January 1985, a period which began with the 89th U.S. Congress. He retired after serving in the 98th U.S. Congress.
Later career
He subsequently became an adjunct faculty member of the Georgetown University Law Center, and served as a board member for the Legal Services Corporation from 1989 to 2001.
Death
He died on October 30, 2005, at age 78, after suffering from Lewy body disease.[3]
Archives
The majority of his papers and other materials created during his time in office are held at the archives of Benedictine University.
References
- ^ "Our Campaigns - Candidate - John Erlenborn". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2024-02-01.
- ^ "'Illinois Blue Book 1963-1964,' Biographical Sketch of John N. Erlenborn, pg. 276-277".
- ^ Schudel, Matt (2005-11-02). "John N. Erlenborn, 78". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2024-02-01.
External links
- Profile, bioguide.congress.gov
- Career summary, Stennis Center for Public Service website
- Report of death, washingtonpost.com
- Profile, ben.edu
- Appearances on C-SPAN
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