Justin W. Ranney

Justin Worthy Ranney (January 4, 1821  September 13, 1898) was an American farmer, Republican politician, and Wisconsin pioneer. He was a member of the Wisconsin Senate, representing La Crosse and Vernon counties during the 1867 and 1868 sessions. His name was often abbreviated as J. W. Ranney, and his first name was sometimes incorrectly listed as "Joel".

Justin W. Ranney
Member of the Wisconsin Senate
from the 31st district
In office
January 7, 1867  January 4, 1869
Preceded byJohn Alonzo Chandler
Succeeded byCyrus M. Butt
Personal details
Born(1821-01-04)January 4, 1821
Augusta, New York, U.S.
DiedSeptember 13, 1898(1898-09-13) (aged 77)
Hamilton, Wisconsin, U.S.
Resting placeHamilton Cemetery, West Salem, Wisconsin
Political party
  • Republican
  • Natl. Union (18631867)
Spouse
Elizabeth Quackenbush
(m. 1849; died 1881)
Children
  • Clara M. Ranney
  • (b. 1851; died 1877)
  • Cassius M. Ranney
  • (b. 1855; died 1923)
  • Edwin H. Ranney
  • (b. 1858; died 1876)
  • Minnie L. Ranney
  • (b. 1864; died 1864)
  • Mary E. Ranney
  • (b. 1864; died 1885)
  • Jay Worthy Ranney
  • (b. 1870; died 1942)
OccupationFarmer
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