Thomas F. Burchill
Thomas F. Burchill | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 26, 1955 (aged 72) Far Rockaway, Queens, New York, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, public official |
| Years active | Early 1900s–1955 |
| Known for | U.S. Representative from New York (1943–1945) |
Thomas Francis Burchill (August 3, 1882 – March 26, 1955) was an American entrepreneur and public official who held a single term as a United States representative from New York between 1943 and 1945.
Biography
A native of New York City, Burchill completed his education at St. Francis Xavier High School and earned his degree from Niagara University. Beginning in the early 1900s, he pursued careers as an auctioneer, appraiser, and insurance professional within New York City.
Political career
From 1920 to 1924, Burchill represented the 3rd District of New York County in the New York State Assembly. Subsequently, he served as a member of the New York State Senate for the 13th District from 1925 through 1938. Throughout this tenure, he took part in numerous legislative sessions and was named to the 1939 New York World's Fair Commission in 1938.
Congress
As a member of the Democratic Party, Burchill was elected to the 78th United States Congress, serving from January 3, 1943, until January 3, 1945. Following his congressional service, he resumed his business pursuits in New York City and held positions as a consultant and alien property custodian.
Death
Burchill passed away on March 26, 1955, in Far Rockaway, Queens. He was laid to rest at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. His wife, Margaret McMahon, died in 1968.