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Robert W. Edgar
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 7th district |
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| In office January 3, 1975 – January 3, 1987 |
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| Preceded by | Lawrence Williams |
| Succeeded by | Curt Weldon |
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Robert William Edgar
May 29, 1943 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Died | April 23, 2013 (aged 69) Annandale, Virginia |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residences | Annandale, Virginia |
| Alma mater | Drew University |
| Occupation | Politician, Administrator, Educator, Chaplain |
Robert William "Bob" Edgar (born May 29, 1943 – died April 23, 2013) was an American politician. He came from Pennsylvania and was a member of the Democratic Party. Bob Edgar served in the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1987. During this time, he represented the 7th district of Pennsylvania.
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Robert Edgar: A Life of Service
Robert "Bob" Edgar was a person who dedicated his life to helping others. He was known as a politician, which means he worked in government to make decisions for the public. He also worked as an administrator, an educator, and a chaplain.
Early Life and Education
Bob Edgar was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on May 29, 1943. He grew up in Pennsylvania. After high school, he went to college at Drew University. This is where he gained knowledge and skills that would help him later in his career.
Serving in Congress
From 1975 to 1987, Bob Edgar was a member of the United States House of Representatives. This is a very important part of the United States government. As a Representative, he worked in Washington, D.C., to create and vote on laws. These laws affected people in Pennsylvania and across the country.
He represented the 7th district of Pennsylvania. This means he was the voice for many people living in that area. His job was to make sure their needs and ideas were heard in Congress.
Later Life and Legacy
After his time in Congress, Bob Edgar continued to work in public service. He used his experience to help different organizations. He was known for his dedication to making the world a better place.
Bob Edgar passed away on April 23, 2013, at his home in Annandale, Virginia. He was 69 years old. He is remembered for his long career serving the people of Pennsylvania and the United States.
