Eugene Bookhammer

1918–2013 (age 95)

Politician

Biography

Eugene Bookhammer (1918–2013) served Delaware as Lieutenant Governor and dedicated himself to pragmatic governance, championing education, conservation and cooperation across party lines.

After leaving office he remained engaged with civic organizations, offering counsel to future leaders and showing a deep appreciation for the people he served.

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