Adeline Geo-Karis
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis (March 29, 1918 – February 10, 2008) was a Republican politician and a member of the Illinois Senate for the 31st District, where she served for over 25 years. Prior to her election as Senator, she was in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1973 to 1979. Known simply as "Geo" to her constituents, she was a popular politician in Lake County, Illinois for many years. Known for her no-nonsense attitude and her ability to work across party lines, she also served for a time as Mayor of Zion.
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Illinois Senate from the 31st district | |
| In office January 1979 – January 2007 | |
| Preceded by | Larry Leonard |
| Succeeded by | Michael Bond |
| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives | |
| In office 1973–1979 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Antigone Geokaris March 29, 1918 Tegeas, Greece |
| Died | February 10, 2008 (aged 89) Glenview, Illinois, US |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Zion, Illinois |
| Alma mater | Northwestern University (B.S.) DePaul University (J.D.) |
| Profession | Attorney Politician |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Naval Reserve |
| Rank | Lieutenant commander |
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