Governor Walker Statement on the Passing of Former State Senate President Mike Ellis
"Tonette and I are saddened to hear of the passing of Senator Mike Ellis."
Mike Ellis. Photo from the State of Wisconsin.
MADISON — Governor Scott Walker released the following statement today after learning of the passing of former State Senate President Mike Ellis.
“Tonette and I are saddened to hear of the passing of Senator Mike Ellis. He was a giant in the Legislature and a bigger-than-life personality in Wisconsin politics. I enjoyed serving with him as a lawmaker and as governor. We were just on the radio together recently and I love his wit and passion. He will be missed by so many of us. Tonette and I send our prayers to his entire family.”
Governor Walker will be ordering flags to half-staff for the day of service. An executive order is forthcoming.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. It has not been verified for its accuracy or completeness.
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