Philip D. Cloutier
Quick Facts
Biography
Philip D. Cloutier (October 1, 1949 – September 4, 1998) was an American politician, engineer, and attorney.
Early life and education
Cloutier was born in Ware, Massachusetts. He received his bachelor's and master's degrees in mechanical engineering from University of Pennsylvania in 1972 and 1974. He received his Juris Doctor from the Widener University Delaware Law School in 1982.
Career
After graduating from law school, Cloutier was admitted to the Delaware State Bar Association. He also served as a purchasing agent for the Du Pont Company. He served on the New Castle County Council from 1988 to 1994 and later served as the council's president. Cloutier was a Republican. He served in the Delaware House of Representatives from 1994 until his death.
Upon his death, Cloutier's wife, Catherine Cloutier, was selected to succeed him in the House. She was later elected to the Delaware Senate.
Personal life
Cloutier lived in Wilmington, Delaware with his wife and family. He died of cancer in 1998.