Perry J. Hudson Explained

Perry J. Hudson
Birth Date:14 June 1916
Birth Place:Douglas County, Georgia, U.S.
Office:Member of the Georgia State Senate from the 35th district
Succeeded:Frank E. Coggin
Term Start:1967
Term End:1983
Party:Democratic
Spouse:Miriam Elizabeth Burks[1]
Children:3
Alma Mater:University of Georgia

Perry J. Hudson (June 14, 1916 – May 14, 1998) was an American politician.[2] He served as a Democratic member for the 35th district of the Georgia State Senate.

Life and career

Hudson was born in Douglas County, Georgia. At the age of six, he and his family moved to Hapeville, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia.

Hudson was mayor of Hapeville, Georgia. In 1967, he was elected to represent the 35th district of the Georgia State Senate. He served until 1983, when he was succeeded by Frank E. Coggin.

Hudson died in May 1998 of heart failure at the South Fulton Hospital, at the age of 81.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Georgia Official and Statistical Register: 1981-1982. Georgia General Assembly. December 14, 2022.
  2. News: Airport road's New name files high as fitting tribune. The Atlanta Constitution. Atlanta, Georgia. June 30, 1994. December 14, 2022. 110. Newspapers.com.
  3. News: Perry Hudson, 81, ex-Hapeville mayor. Joel. Groover. The Atlanta Constitution. Atlanta, Georgia. May 16, 1998. December 14, 2022. 38. Newspapers.com.