Joseph M. Tierney

Joseph M. Tierney (January 1, 1941 – December 13, 2009) was an American politician who served as a member of the Boston City Council from 1972 to 1987. He was the President of the City Council in 1977, 1979, and from 1983 to 1985. He was a candidate for Mayor of Boston in 1987, losing to incumbent Raymond Flynn, 67% to 33%.[1] He was the father of actress Maura Tierney.[2]

Joseph M. Tierney
Tierney (ca.1984–1987)
At-large member of the Boston City Council
In office
1972–1987
Succeeded byRosaria Salerno
Personal details
BornJanuary 1, 1941
DiedDecember 13, 2009 (age 68)
Hyde Park, Boston
Resting placeCedar Grove Cemetery (Dorchester, Boston)
NationalityAmerican
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Pat James
Children3 (incl. Maura Tierney)
Alma mater

References

Preceded by
Louise Day Hicks
Lawrence DiCara
Christopher A. Iannella
President of the Boston City Council
1977
1979
1983–1985
Succeeded by
Lawrence DiCara
Christopher A. Iannella
Bruce Bolling


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