Joel Holleman

Joel Holleman (October 1, 1799 – August 5, 1844) was an American politician and lawyer from Virginia. A Democrat, he served in the United States House of Representatives and as Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates.

Joel Holleman
20th Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates
In office
1842–1844
Preceded byValentine W. Southall
Succeeded byValentine W. Southall
Member of the Virginia House of Delegates
In office
1841–1844
In office
1832–1836
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Virginia's 1st district
In office
March 4, 1839  December 1840
Preceded byFrancis Mallory
Succeeded byFrancis Mallory
Member of the Virginia Senate
In office
1836–1839
Personal details
Born(1799-10-01)October 1, 1799
Isle of Wight County, Virginia
DiedAugust 5, 1844(1844-08-05) (aged 44)
Smithfield, Virginia
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Caroline Carroll (1822–1844)
Emily W. Carroll (1844 his death)
Alma materUniversity of North Carolina
Professionlawyer
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