Jay Rockefeller, former West Virginia governor and US senator, dies at 89
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Summary
Jay Rockefeller, a Democrat who served as West Virginia governor and a longtime U.S. senator, has died at age 89. The Associated Press reported that he died Thursday night at his home.Key Facts
- Rockefeller was 89 when he died.
- He served as governor of West Virginia.
- He later served as a U.S. senator for many years.
- Rockefeller was a Democrat.
- He was described as the last member of his family’s political dynasty to serve in public office.
- He died Thursday night at his home.
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