Jimmy Birdsong Explained

Jimmy Birdsong
Birth Date:27 April 1925
Birth Place:Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.
Office:Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 45th district
Preceded:District established
Succeeded:Ed Moore
Term Start:1965
Term End:1981
Party:Democratic
Spouse:Martha Birdsong[1]
Children:2
Alma Mater:University of Oklahoma

Jimmy Birdsong (April 27, 1925 – February 9, 2013) was an American politician.[2] He served as a Democratic member for the 45th district of the Oklahoma Senate.[3]

Life and career

Birdsong was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, the son of Jewell and J. E. Birdsong. He moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma when he was young. He served in the United States Army during World War II and attended the University of Oklahoma.

In 1965, Birdsong was elected to represent the 45th district of the Oklahoma Senate. He left office in 1981, when he was succeeded by Ed Moore.[4] He was a police officer for the Oklahoma City Police Department, and also a lawyer.[5]

Birdsong died in February 2013 at his home, at the age of 87.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Jimmy Birdsong Obituary (1925-2013). The Oklahoman. February 14, 2013. November 27, 2022.
  2. News: Draper Blasted for Hosting Senate Helpful Reception. The Daily Oklahoman. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. November 20, 1979. November 27, 2022. 68. Newspapers.com.
  3. Web site: All Members Of The Oklahoma Senate. Oklahoma Legislature. December 6, 2018. November 27, 2022.
  4. Web site: State Senate Since Statehood. Oklahoma Legislature. November 27, 2022.
  5. News: Candidates Call for Slowdown of Utility Rate Hikes. The Daily Oklahoman. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. August 10, 1980. November 27, 2022. 4. Newspapers.com.