William E. Peterson

William E. Peterson
Member of the Illinois Senate
from the 26th district
In office
1993 - 2009
Succeeded by Dan Duffy
Personal details
Born (1936-02-02) February 2, 1936
Chicago, Illinois
Political party Republican
Spouse(s) Patricia Peterson
Profession educator
Religion Episcopalian

William E. Peterson (born February 2, 1936) is a former Republican member of the Illinois Senate, representing the 26th district from 1993 to 2009. He had also served as the Assistant Minority Leader. Peterson previously served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1983 to 1993. Peterson had announced that he would not seek reelection in 2008. Republican Candidate Dan Duffy of Lake Barrington defeated mayor of Round Lake Bill Gentes in the November 4, 2008 election.

Peterson is the longtime Supervisor for Vernon Township in Lake County, IL and he will continue holding this position after his retirement from the Senate in 2009.[1]

References

  1. State Sen. Bill Peterson won't run again Lake County News Sun July 17, 2007. Retrieved July 21, 2007

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