Joe M. Kilgore
1918–1999 (age 81)
Politician
Biography
Joe M. Kilgore, born in 1918, represented Texans in the nation's capital from 1949 to 1955, working to secure resources for rural communities and to honor the service of veterans returning from war. He brought a pragmatic, neighborly approach to every issue he tackled.
He later returned home, maintaining his involvement in civic affairs, mentoring public servants, and reminding his neighbors that humble dedication to citizens is the heart of good government.