Candy Ruff
L. Candy Ruff (February 13, 1951-June 16, 2016) was an American politician who was a Democratic member of the Kansas House of Representatives, who represented the 40th District from 1993 to 2009.
Candy Ruff | |
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| Member of the Kansas House of Representatives from the 40th district | |
| In office 1993 – January 03, 2009 | |
| Preceded by | Don Navinsky |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 13, 1951 Springfield, Missouri |
| Died | June 16, 2016 (aged 65) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Gregory |
| Residence | Leavenworth, Kansas |
Early life
L. Candy Williamson was born on February 13, 1951, in Springfield, Missouri, to Lyndall C. and Eleanor Burtner Williamson.[1] She was one of five children, graduating from Parkview High School in Springfield in 1969.[1] After high school she graduated from the University of Kansas with a bachelor's degree and then a master's degree.[1] Candy also attended the University of Missouri–Kansas City, and in 2012 earned her doctorate from the University of Kansas.[1] Following college, she worked as a journalist for the Leavenworth Times between 1982 and 1992.[1]
References
- "L. Candy Ruff". Leavenworth Times. June 17, 2016. Retrieved 14 September 2016.