Frank Murphy (lieutenant governor)

Frank Murphy (May 15, 1897 – December 25, 1944) was the 44th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan.

This article is about the former Lieutenant Governor of Michigan. For the former Governor of Michigan, see Frank Murphy.
Frank Murphy
44th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan
In office
1941–1942
GovernorMurray Van Wagoner
Preceded byMatilda Dodge Wilson
Succeeded byEugene C. Keyes
Personal details
Born(1897-05-15)May 15, 1897
Rensselaer, New York
DiedDecember 25, 1944(1944-12-25) (aged 47)
Detroit, Michigan
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Constance Kirchner
Alma materUniversity of Detroit Mercy School of Law

Early life

Murphy was born on May 15, 1897 in Rensselaer, New York to parents William and Katheryn Murphy.[1] In 1920, Murphy moved to Detroit, Michigan. There, he attended University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.[2]

Career

Following his education Murphy worked as a lawyer and tax consultant.[2] Murphy served as the 44th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan from 1941 to 1942. In 1942, he failed to gain re-election. In 1944, he was charged with bribery, to which he pleaded guilty.[3]

Personal life

Murphy was married to Constance Kirchner. Murphy was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Murphy was Catholic.[3]

Death

Murphy died of heart disease on December 25, 1944 in Detroit.[3] Murphy was interred at Mount Olivet Cemetery.[1]

References
  1. "Frank Murphy Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
  2. "Former Lt. Governors". Michigan. Archived from the original on July 15, 2014. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
  3. "Murphy, E to F". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 13, 2019.
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