J. Joseph Garrahy
John Joseph Garrahy (November 26, 1930 – January 24, 2012), known to Rhode Islanders as J. Joseph Garrahy or just "Joe", was an American politician. He served as the 69th Governor of Rhode Island from 1977 to 1985.
J. Joseph Garrahy | |
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| 69th Governor of Rhode Island | |
| In office January 4, 1977 – January 1, 1985 | |
| Lieutenant | Thomas R. DiLuglio |
| Preceded by | Philip Noel |
| Succeeded by | Edward D. DiPrete |
| 61st Lieutenant Governor of Rhode Island | |
| In office January 7, 1969 – January 4, 1977 | |
| Governor | Frank Licht Philip Noel |
| Preceded by | Joseph O'Donnell Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Thomas R. DiLuglio |
| Member of the Rhode Island Senate | |
| In office 1963–1969 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Joseph Garrahy November 26, 1930 Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. |
| Died | January 24, 2012 (aged 81) West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Margherite DePietro |
| Children | 5 |
| Residence | East Greenwich |
| Alma mater |
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| Profession | Politician |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1953–1955 |
| Rank | Staff sergeant |
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