John Beverly Randolph (May 5, 1918 – October 18, 1983) was an American politician, rancher, and businessman who served in the Wyoming House of Representatives, representing Fremont County as a Republican in 1983 until his death later that year.^[1][2][3][4]

Early life and education

Randolph was born in Raleigh, Iowa on May 5, 1918. He graduated from Minneapolis Central High School in 1936 and obtained a bachelors of business administration from the University of Minnesota in 1941.

Career

Randolph served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II and became a captain.^[5] Prior to entering politics, he was a rancher and business executive.^[6]

1982 election

In 1982, Randolph was elected to the Wyoming House of Representatives to represent Fremont County as a Republican in the 47th Wyoming Legislature. Randolph assumed office in 1983 and served until his death later that same year.^[a]

During his time in office, Randolph served on the following standing committees.

• Corporations, Elections and Political Subdivisions
• Travel, Recreation and Wildlife

On November 8, 1983, Republican Bob Baker was appointed to serve out the remainder of Randolph's term.

Personal life and death

On June 5, 1964, Randolph married Bess Hackler in Dallas, Texas, with whom he had four children.

Randolph died of a heart attack at the age of 65 in Dubois, Wyoming on October 18, 1983.^[7] He is buried at Dubois Cemetery, Dubois, Wyoming.

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External links

• Official page at the Wyoming Legislature