Report: Longtime Virginia Delegate Vince Callahan Has Died

Vincent Francis “Vince” Callahan Jr. has died, The Washington Post reported. Callahan, 82, a Republican, died Saturday.

He had represented McLean, Great Falls, Tysons Corner, and parts of Herndon and Vienna for 40 years as the delegate for Virginia’s 34th District. After he retired, the seat was briefly in Democratic hands when Margaret Vanderhye won the seat; Barbara Comstock is the current delegate for the district.

The Post noted Callahan’s position in the General Assembly chairing the House Appropriations Committee and his help growing Northern Virginia Community College, George Mason University and Wolf Trap.

Sen. Mark Warner issued a statement Saturday reacting to the death of the longtime Virginia lawmaker:

‘I am saddened by the death of my friend, longtime Delegate Vince Callahan. Over 40 years of service in the House of Delegates, Vince did so much to strengthen the quality of life and the variety of educational and cultural opportunities across Northern Virginia. His support and leadership were key to the growth of George Mason University, Northern Virginia Community College, and the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts. When I had the honor of serving as Virginia Governor, I relied upon Vince for his sharp intellect and his bipartisan approach to fiscal responsibility. I was proud to call Vince Callahan a friend, and I extend my deepest personal condolences and respect to his wife, Yvonne, and their family.”

PHOTO: Vince Callahan photo from Fairfax County