Vincent J. Whibbs Sr.
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Vincent John Whibbs Sr. KSG (February 8, 1920 – May 30, 2006) was an American automobile dealer, politician and businessman who served as the 54th mayor of Pensacola from 1978 to 1991. Whibbs was also very involved with many projects and groups in his hometown of Pensacola, Florida. He was invested as a knight of the Order of St. Gregory the Great by Pope John Paul II in 1995.
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Vince Whibbs, Sr. | |
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54th Mayor of Pensacola | |
In office 1977–1991 | |
Preceded by | Warren M. Briggs |
Succeeded by | Jerry L. Maygarden |
Member of the Pensacola City Council from Ward 1, Group 2 | |
In office 1963–1965 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Vincent John Whibbs (1920-02-08)February 8, 1920 Buffalo, New York |
Died | May 20, 2006(2006-05-20) (aged 86) |
Spouse | Anna Marie Stuart Whibbs |
Children | 7 |
Profession | Automobile dealer, politician, businessmen |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1940 - 1946 |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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