Bob Bolen

Robert Eugene "Bob" Bolen (April 10, 1926 – January 6, 2014) was an American politician and businessman who held office as the Mayor of Fort Worth, Texas, from 1982 to 1991. Bolen was Fort Worth longest-serving mayor in history. He has been credited with spearheading the creation of Fort Worth Alliance Airport, which opened in 1989. Mayor Bolen also successfully recruited the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which opened the first currency production facility outside of Washington D.C. in Fort Worth during his tenure.

Bob Bolen
Mayor of Fort Worth, Texas
In office
February 2, 1982  May 21, 1991
Preceded byRichard Newkirk (interim)
Succeeded byKay Granger
Personal details
BornApril 10, 1926
Chicago, Illinois
DiedJanuary 6, 2014(2014-01-06) (aged 87)
Fort Worth, Texas
SpouseFran Bolen (1952-2014)
ProfessionPolitician and businessman
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Navy
Battles/warsWorld War II
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