Husband of Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola dies after shocking plane crash
- U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola's husband died in an airplane crash as she was returning home to Alaska from Washington, D.C., to be with her family. This tragic event has shocked and saddened both Peltola's colleagues and the community.
- Eugene Peltola Jr., the former regional director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs for Alaska, was a well-loved and dedicated family man. Described as obnoxiously good at everything and a delightful cook, he was adored by his family and friends.
- Peltola's office staff will continue to meet with constituents, while Peltola herself has asked for privacy during this time of grief. Senator Lisa Murkowski expressed her deep sorrow and loss at the passing of Gene Peltola Jr., acknowledging his impact on Alaskans and his warm personality.
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Eugene Peltola Jr., retired BIA official and husband of U.S. Rep. Peltola, dies after plane crash - Minnesota Reformer
Eugene Peltola Jr., center, watches the ranked choice voting tabulation on Nov. 23, 2022, at 49th State Brewing in Anchorage. His daughter Kaeli Peltola and wife U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola, D-Anchorage, were with him. Rep. Peltola learned that day that she was reelected. Eugene Peltola Jr. died after a plane crash that occurred on Tuesday night northeast of St. Mary's, Alaska. Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon.Eugene Peltola Jr., who held senior p…
Eugene Peltola Jr., retired BIA official and husband of U.S. Rep. Peltola, dies after plane crash - Alaska Beacon
Eugene Peltola Jr., center, watches the ranked choice voting tabulation on Nov. 23, 2022, at 49th State Brewing in Anchorage. His daughter Kaeli Peltola and wife U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola, D-Anchorage, were with him. Rep. Peltola learned that day that she was reelected. Eugene Peltola Jr. died after a plane crash that occurred on Tuesday night northeast of St. Mary's, Alaska. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)Eugene Peltola Jr., who held senior …
Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola's Husband Killed in Aircraft Accident
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