Edward D. DiPrete

Edward Daniel DiPrete (July 8, 1934 – July 8, 2025) was an American Republican Party politician from Rhode Island. He served as the 70th Governor of Rhode Island for three two-year terms, serving from 1985 to 1991.[1]

Edward D. DiPrete
RI Governor Edward D. DiPrete 1985-1991.jpg
Official portrait in RI State House
70th Governor of Rhode Island
In office
January 1, 1985 – January 1, 1991
LieutenantRichard A. Licht
Roger N. Begin
Preceded byJ. Joseph Garrahy
Succeeded byBruce Sundlun
Personal details
Born(1934-07-08)July 8, 1934
Cranston, Rhode Island, U.S.
DiedJuly 8, 2025(2025-07-08) (aged 91)
Cranston, Rhode Island, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Patricia DiPrete
ResidenceCranston, Rhode Island
Alma materCollege of the Holy Cross

DiPrete died on July 8, 2025 at his home in Cranston, Rhode Island on his 91st birthday.[2]

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