James J. DeRan Jr.
James J. DeRan Jr. (October 5, 1906 – February 28, 1986) was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County, from 1943 to 1950.
James J. DeRan Jr. | |
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| Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from the Harford County district | |
| In office 1943–1950 Serving with Earle R. Burkins, John E. Clark, Leo M. Moore, Lena L. Moore, William S. James, J. Rush Baldwin, James McLean | |
| Preceded by | Marshall T. Heaps |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 5, 1906 |
| Died | February 28, 1986 (aged 79) Havre de Grace, Maryland, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Helen Harry (died 1981) |
| Children | 5 |
| Alma mater | University of Maryland |
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Early life edit
James J. DeRan Jr. was born on October 5, 1906, at Clover Lick, West Virginia or Woodstock, Virginia, sources differ.[1][2] He moved to Pylesville, Maryland, as a child. His father was a Harford County commissioner in the 1930s. DeRan graduated Highland High School in Street, Maryland. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a bachelor's degree in 1928. While at the University of Maryland, he played lacrosse.[1][2]
Career edit
DeRan was a Democrat. DeRan served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County, from 1943 to 1950.[3]
DeRan worked in the real estate and insurance business.[1]
Personal life edit
DeRan married Helen Harry. They had four sons and one daughter, James J. III, C. Harry, John P., David H. and Sara A. His wife died in 1981. DeRan was a member and elder at Highland Presbyterian Church.[2]
DeRan died of influenza on February 28, 1986, at Citizens Nursing Home in Havre de Grace, Maryland.[2]
References edit
- ^ a b c "Maryland Manual" (PDF). Maryland State Archives. p. 166. Retrieved January 14, 2023.
- ^ a b c d "James J. DeRan Jr". The Evening Sun. March 4, 1986. p. D4. Retrieved January 14, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Historical List, House of Delegates, Harford County (1790-1974)". Maryland Manual On-Line. Maryland State Archives. April 30, 1999. Retrieved January 14, 2023.