Madison Marye | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Virginia Senate from the 39th district | |
| In office January 8, 1992 – August 1, 2002 | |
| Preceded by | William C. Wampler, Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Jay O'Brien |
| Member of the Virginia Senate from the 37th district | |
| In office December 4, 1973 – January 8, 1992 | |
| Preceded by | John N. Dalton |
| Succeeded by | Warren E. Barry |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Madison Ellis Marye December 3, 1925 Richmond, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | February 23, 2016 (aged 90) Shawsville, Virginia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Charlotte Urbas |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1944–1965 |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars | World War II Korean War Vietnam War |
| Awards |  Bronze Star Medal Commendation Medal |
Madison Ellis Marye (December 3, 1925 – February 23, 2016) was an American farmer and politician.
Born in Richmond, Virginia, Marye served in the United States Army during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.[1][2] He was a farmer and raised beef cattle in Shawsville, Virginia. Marye served in the Senate of Virginia, from 1973 to 2002, representing parts of southwest Virginia. He was a Democrat.[3][4][2]
Marye was the son of Ambrose Madison Marye (1887-1972) and his wife, Leila MacLachlan (Ellis) Marye (1888-1968). His paternal 4th great-uncle was 4th President of the United States James Madison; his maternal great-grandfather was 10th President of the United States John Tyler.[5]
References
- ↑ Glenn, Justin (2014). The Washingtons: A Family History. Vol. 6. El Dorado Hills: Savas Beatie. p. 405. ISBN 9781940669311. OCLC 900727777. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
- 1 2 Gangloff, Mike (February 24, 2016). "Folksy principles guided late state Sen. Madison Marye". The Roanoke Times. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
- ↑ "Marye quitting legislature this summer after 29 years". Richmond Times-Dispatch. July 2, 2002. Archived from the original on July 4, 2002. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
- ↑ Dashiell, Joe (February 24, 2016). "Former State Senator Madison Marye dies at the age of 90". WDBJ. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016.
- ↑ "Madison Ellis Marye". ourfamtree.org. Ray Gurganus. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
External links
- Madison Marye at The Virginia Elections and State Elected Officials Database Project, 1776-2007
- Madison Marye at Find a Grave
- Profile at Vote Smart
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