Robert D. Holmes

Robert D. Holmes
28th Governor of Oregon
In office January 14, 1957 – January 12, 1959
Preceded by	Elmo Smith
Succeeded by	Mark Hatfield
Oregon State Senator
In office 1949–1957
Constituency	Clatsop County
Personal details
Born	(1909-05-11)May 11, 1909 Canisteo, New York, U.S.
Died	June 6, 1976(1976-06-06) (aged 67) Seaside, Oregon, U.S.
Resting place	Wilhelm's Portland Memorial Portland, Oregon
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Marie Hoy Holmes
Alma mater	University of Oregon
Profession	Broadcaster, Politician

Robert Denison Holmes (May 11, 1909 – June 6, 1976) was an American politician and journalist from the U.S. state of Oregon. A native of the state of New York, he worked in newspapers and radio before entering politics. Though a Republican early in his career, he served as a Democrat in the Oregon State Senate and as the 28th Governor of Oregon. He was governor from 1957 to 1959.