Richard W. Bastraw

Richard W. Bastraw
Member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives from the Belknap 9th district
In office
1982–1986
Personal details
BornRichard William Bastraw
(1934-09-25)September 25, 1934
Laconia, New Hampshire, U.S.
DiedFebruary 26, 2025(2025-02-26) (aged 90)
Laconia, New Hampshire, U.S.
PartyRepublican[1]

Richard William Bastraw (September 25, 1934 – February 26, 2025) was an American politician. A member of the Republican Party, he served in the New Hampshire House of Representatives from 1982 to 1986.

Life and career

Bastraw was born in Laconia, New Hampshire. He served in the United States Army Reserve, and was promoted to the rank of captain. After his discharge, he worked as a teacher at a private school in Switzerland, and returned to the United States, where he taught at Inter-Lakes High School in Meredith, New Hampshire.[2]

Barstraw served in the New Hampshire House of Representatives from 1982 to 1986.[3]

Death

Bastraw died in Laconia, New Hampshire on February 26, 2025, at the age of 90.[4][5]

References

  1. ↑ "1984 State Representative General Election: Belknap 9 District". ElectionStats and New Hampshire Public Radio. Retrieved June 11, 2026.
  2. ↑ "Richard W. Barstraw, 90". The Laconia Daily Sun. March 3, 2025. Retrieved June 11, 2026.
  3. ↑ State Elective Officials and the Legislatures, Council of State Governments, 1983
  4. ↑ "Richard Bastraw". Echovita. Retrieved June 11, 2026.
  5. ↑ "Richard Bastraw". Legacy. Retrieved June 11, 2026 – via Legacy.com.
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