Richard R. Bond
Richard R. Bond | |
|---|---|
| President of the University of Northern Colorado | |
| In office 1971–1981 | |
| Preceded by | Frank P. Lakin |
| Succeeded by | Charles Manning (acting) |
| Member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 50th district | |
| In office 1985–1991 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Richard Randolph Bond December 1, 1927 Salem, West Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | October 26, 2023 (aged 95) |
| Political party | Democratic[1] |
| Alma mater | Salem College West Virginia University University of Wisconsin |
Richard Randolph Bond (December 1, 1927 – October 26, 2023) was an American academic administrator and politician. He served as a Democratic member for the 50th district of the Colorado House of Representatives.
Life and career
[edit]Bond was born in Salem, West Virginia, the son of Harley and Marcella Randolph Bond. He attended Salem College, West Virginia University and the University of Wisconsin.[2] He was president of the University of Northern Colorado from 1971 to 1981.[3]
In 1984, Bond defeated Eunice W. Fine in the general election for the 50th district of the Colorado House of Representatives, winning 52 percent of the votes.[4] He assumed office in 1985 and served until 1991.
Bond died on October 26, 2023, at the age of 95.[5][6]
References
[edit]- ^ "1988 Nov 8 :: General Election :: State Representative :: District 50". State of Colorado Elections Database. Retrieved November 18, 2023.
- ^ Colorado Legislative Directory, Colorado Press Services, 1989
- ^ Farris, Debbie (November 27, 2023). "Farewell to a Champion for Education and a Transformational Leader". University of Northern Colorado. Retrieved January 20, 2025.
- ^ "1984 Nov 6 :: General Election :: State Representative :: District 50 (View as: %)". State of Colorado Elections Database. Retrieved November 18, 2023.
- ^ "Richard Bond Obituary (2023)". Greeley Tribune. November 5, 2023. Retrieved November 18, 2023.
- ^ "Richard Randolph Bond". Dignity Memorial. Retrieved November 18, 2023.
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