Elaine Edwards
Former member of the United States Senate
Elaine Lucille Edwards was an American politician from Louisiana. Edwards was a Democratic member of the United States Senate in 1972 appointed by her husband, Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards, following the death of Allen Ellender. Wikipedia
Born: March 8, 1929, Marksville, LA
Died: May 14, 2018 (age 89 years), Denham Springs, LA
Spouse: Edwin Edwards (m. 1949–1989)
Descendants: Anna Edwards, David Edwards, Victoria Edwards, and more
Previous offices: First Lady of Louisiana (1984–1988), Senator (1972–1972), and First Lady of Louisiana (1972–1980)
Party: Democratic Party
Education: Marksville High School