Background
Pursell, Carl Duane was born on December 19, 1932 in Imlay City, Michigan, United States. Son of Roy and Doris (Perkins) Pursell.
United States representative United States Representative from Michigan
Pursell, Carl Duane was born on December 19, 1932 in Imlay City, Michigan, United States. Son of Roy and Doris (Perkins) Pursell.
Bachelor, Eastern Michigan University, 1957. Master of Arts, Eastern Michigan University, 1962. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Madonna College, 1977.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), University Michigan, 1991.
Former educator, small business owner. Member Wayne County Board Commnrs., 1969-1970. Member 14th district Michigan State Senate, 1971-1976.
Member United States Congress from 2d Michigan District, 1977—1993. Past member Michigan Crime Commission.
Served in the United States Army, 1957-1959.
Physical Characteristics: He was sick for many years after retirement and would lay in bed, willing to talk to anybody. He was a great man.
Married Peggy Jean Brown, 1956. Children: Philip, Mark, Kathleen.