Dick Kelsey (politician)

Dick Kelsey (born December 30, 1946) is a former Republican member of the Kansas Senate, representing the 26th district from 2009 until 2013. He was previously a Kansas Representative elected in 2005.

Dick Kelsey
Member of the Kansas Senate
from the 26th district
In office
January 12, 2009  January 14, 2013
Preceded byPhillip Journey
Succeeded byDan Kerschen
Member of the Kansas House of Representatives
from the 93rd district
In office
January 10, 2005  January 12, 2009
Preceded byDaniel Thimesch
Succeeded byDan Kerschen
Personal details
Born (1946-12-30) December 30, 1946
Camden, New Jersey, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseDoris Kelsey
Children6
EducationHyles Anderson College (MA)
Fort Wayne Bible College (BA)

Kelsey was a candidate for the United States House of Representatives in Kansas's 4th congressional district to succeed fellow Republican Todd Tiahrt. He suspended his campaign on March 5, 2010 due to health concerns of his wife. Kelsey endorsed Mike Pompeo to replace Tiahrt on March 17, 2010.

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