Douglas DeGood graduated from Whitmer High School and University of Toledo, earning bachelor's and master's degrees in political science.
10 Facts About Douglas DeGood
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Douglas DeGood served as the program director for a local YMCA branch, and as a member of the Lucas County Board of Education.
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In 1973, Douglas DeGood ran for Toledo city council, but did not succeed in the primary elections.
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Douglas DeGood was elected to a full two-year term the following fall, and served on the council until 1977.
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Douglas DeGood successfully ran for city mayor in 1977 as a member of the Democratic Party.
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Douglas DeGood defeated Republican opponent Max Reddish, and succeeded the incumbent Harry W Kessler, who he considered a friend and mentor.
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Douglas DeGood ran for a second term and was re-elected in 1979, and again in 1981.
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Douglas DeGood started a small business, began consulting, and later moved from the Toledo area.
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Douglas DeGood married his wife Karen in July 1975, and they had two sons, Alex and Kevin.
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On December 1,2019, Douglas DeGood died at Georgetown University Hospital, as the result of massive brain injuries he sustained in an accidental fall, while visiting family in Washington, DC Funeral services were private and his remains were cremated.