Robert Ridder (politician)
Robert Ridder | |
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Ridder in 1971 | |
| Member of the Washington Senate from the 35th district | |
| In office January 9, 1967 – July 19, 1973 | |
| Preceded by | James E. Kennett |
| Succeeded by | Ruthe Ridder |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 25, 1927 Bellingham, Washington, U.S. |
| Died | May 25, 2021 (aged 94) Rainier Beach, Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Ruthe Ridder |
Robert C. Ridder (February 25, 1927 – May 25, 2021) was an American educator and politician in the state of Washington. Ridder served in the Washington State Senate as a Democrat from the 35th District from 1967 to 1973. He attended the University of Washington and earned a Bachelor of Science degree, and completed graduate studies. He was later an educator, serving as a vice principal of a junior high school (Showalter Junior High - Tukwila, WA). He retired from his Senate seat in 1973 and was succeeded by his wife, Ruthe.