Ron Guthrey
New Zealand politician (1916–2008) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the English footballer, see Ron Guthrie.
Albert Ronald Guthrey OBE MC (15 January 1916 – 8 September 2008) was a New Zealand local politician. He served as a Christchurch City Councillor for 22 years before being elected Mayor of Christchurch. He was a World War II veteran and he and his family were (and still are) well-known business operators in Christchurch.
Quick Facts OBE MC, 40th Mayor of Christchurch ...
Ron Guthrey | |
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40th Mayor of Christchurch | |
In office 1968–1971 | |
Preceded by | George Manning |
Succeeded by | Neville Pickering |
Personal details | |
Born | (1916-01-15)15 January 1916 Rawene, New Zealand |
Died | 8 September 2008(2008-09-08) (aged 92) Christchurch, New Zealand |
Spouse | Mary Guthrey |
Awards | Military Cross |
Military service | |
Allegiance | New Zealand |
Branch/service | New Zealand Army |
Rank | Second Lieutenant |
Unit | 20th Battalion |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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