William Connor Hennessy (1926 or 1927 - November 2, 2001)[1] was an American civil servant and political figure. From 1982 to 1984, Hennessy served as chairman of the New York Democratic Party.
William Connor Hennessy | |
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Chairman of the New York Democratic Party | |
In office December 1982 – December 1984 | |
Preceded by | Dominic J. Baranello |
Succeeded by | Laurence J. Kirwan |
Personal details | |
Born | 1926 or 1927 Wellsville, New York[1] |
Died | (aged 74) St. Peters Hospital Albany, New York[1] |
Political party | Democratic |
Hennessy worked at the New York State Department of Transportation for several decades, with his first position being a chainman in 1946. Governor Carey appointed Hennessy as Transportation Commissioner in 1977.[2]
In July 1987, Hennessy was appointed chairman of the New York State Thruway.[3] He resigned the position in 1988.[4]
Governor Mario Cuomo chose Hennessy as chairman of the state Democratic Party in 1982.[5][6] As chairman, Hennessy improved the party's finances. He resigned in 1984, citing health reasons.[7]
Hennessy married Corrinne Schwalb in 1951.[8]