Daniel P. Markey
Quick Facts
Biography
Daniel P. Markey (June 27, 1857 – March 1946) was a Michigan politician.
Early life
Markey was born to parents James and Catherine Markey on June 27, 1857 in Bunker Hill Township, Ingham County, Michigan. Markey graduated from Pinckney High School. Markey was admitted to the bar in April 1881. In 1883, Markey was appointed probate judge.
Personal life
Markey married Eva Gene Thompson in 1899. Together they had two children and one step child. Markey was a member of the Knights of the Maccabees.
Political career
Markey was sworn in as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Iosco County district on January 7, 1885. He served in this capacity until 1886. On January 5, 1887, he was sworn in as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Ogemaw County district and served in the seat until 1888. During this term, he was also the Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives.
Death
Markey died in the March of 1946 in Port Huron, Saint Clair County, Michigan. He is interned in Lakeside Cemetery.