Preceded by Michael T. Futrell Spouse(s) LaVera Kay Brooks | Succeeded by Michael T. Futrell Role Politician Preceded by Clarence E. Phillips Name Mark Dudenhefer | |
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Full Name Leon Mark Dudenhefer Children Christian Dudenhefer, Rebecca Craven, Emily Dudenhefer (deceased) | ||
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Leon Mark Dudenhefer (born September 25, 1952) is an American politician. A Republican, he was elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 2011. He currently represents the 2nd district, made up of parts of Prince William and Stafford counties in Northern Virginia. Previously, he served 2005–2011 on the Stafford County Board of Supervisors.
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- Education and family
- Political career
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Education and family
Dudenhefer received a B.S. degree in Economics from the Louisiana State University in 1974. That same year, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served in the Corps until 2004, rising to the rank of colonel. He also received an M.B.A. degree from Tulane University and a Masters degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of Phoenix.
Dudenhefer married LaVera Kay Brooks; they had three children. One daughter, Emily, died in an automobile accident in 2004.
Political career
Dudenhefer served on the Stafford County Board of Supervisors 2005–2011; he was its chair for two years.
When the 2nd House district was moved to his area by redistricting, Dudenhefer was unopposed as the Republican nominee for the seat. He defeated Democrat Esteban Garces in the general election, 5767-4507.
In November 2013, Dudenhefer was unseated by Democratic candidate for Delegate, Michael Futrell.
In November 2015, Dudenhefer reclaimed the seat he lost in 2013, narrowly winning against Democrat Joshua King.