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Andrew Jacobs, Jr.
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Indiana's 11th and 10th district
In office
January 3, 1965 – January 3, 1973
January 3, 1975 – January 3, 1997
Preceded by Donald C. Bruce
William H. Hudnut III
Succeeded by William H. Hudnut III
Julia Carson
Personal details
Born (1932-02-24)February 24, 1932
Indianapolis, Indiana
Died December 28, 2013(2013-12-28) (aged 81)
Indianapolis, Indiana
Political party Democratic
Spouses 1. Kay Welsh
2. Martha Keys
3. Kimberly Hood Jacobs
Children Andy Jacobs, Steven Jacobs

Andrew "Andy" Jacobs, Jr. was an American lawyer and politician. He was born on February 24, 1932, and passed away on December 28, 2013. Jacobs served in the United States House of Representatives for 30 years. This means he was a lawmaker for a very long time, helping to create laws for the country.

Andrew Jacobs Jr.'s Life and Career

Andrew Jacobs Jr. was a very important person in American politics. He spent three decades working in the United States House of Representatives. This is a part of the United States Congress, where elected officials from each state work together. They make laws for the entire country.

Jacobs represented the state of Indiana during his time in Congress. He was a member of the Democratic Party. His long career shows how dedicated he was to public service.

Family Life

Andrew Jacobs Jr. came from a family involved in politics. His father, also named Andrew Jacobs, was a congressman too, serving one term.

Andrew Jacobs Jr. was married three times. One of his wives was Martha Keys from Kansas. She was also a member of the House of Representatives at the same time as him. Later, in 1988, Jacobs married Kimberly Hood Jacobs. She was a television reporter who had won an Emmy Award for her work.

Andrew Jacobs Jr. had two children, Andy Jacobs and Steven Jacobs.

Later Years and Passing

Andrew Jacobs Jr. passed away on December 28, 2013. He was 81 years old. He died at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana, due to natural causes.

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