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Robert L. Crowell
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Crowell in 2008
Mayor of Carson City
In office
January 5, 2009 – September 12, 2020
Preceded by Marv Teixeira
Succeeded by Lori Bagwell
Personal details
Born
Robert Lamson Crowell

(1945-11-28)November 28, 1945
Tonopah, Nevada, U.S.
Died September 12, 2020(2020-09-12) (aged 74)
Reno, Nevada, U.S.
Political party Democratic
Spouse
Susan Crowell
(m. 1971)
Children 4, including Bradley Crowell
Education Stanford University (BA)
University of California, Hastings (JD)
Military service
Branch/service  United States Navy
Battles/wars Vietnam War

Robert Lamson Crowell was an American lawyer and politician. He was born on November 28, 1945, and passed away on September 12, 2020. Mr. Crowell served as the mayor of Carson City, Nevada. He was the city's leader from 2009 to 2020. He belonged to the Democratic Party.

Robert Crowell's Early Life

Robert Crowell was born in Tonopah, Nevada. He grew up there before going to college.

His Education Journey

Mr. Crowell went to Stanford University. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1967. Later, he studied law at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He received his law degree in 1973.

Robert Crowell's Career

Before becoming a politician, Mr. Crowell served in the United States Navy. He was part of the military during the Vietnam War. He retired from the Navy as a captain.

Becoming Mayor of Carson City

In 2008, Robert Crowell was elected as the mayor of Carson City. He officially started his job in January 2009. He ran for re-election in 2012 without anyone running against him. This meant he automatically got a second four-year term. Under Nevada law, if no one runs against a candidate, their name is not put on the ballot.

Other Public Service Roles

Besides being mayor, Mr. Crowell also served on the Colorado River Commission of Nevada. This group helps manage the important Colorado River.

Robert Crowell's Family Life

Robert Crowell had a son named Bradley Crowell. Bradley is also involved in politics and government. Robert Crowell passed away on September 12, 2020. He was 74 years old. He died at a hospital for veterans in Reno, Nevada.

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