Danny Price, a field representative for U.S. Rep. Dr. Phil Roe, R-1st, of Johnson City, died Wednesday of an apparent heart blockage, a Roe spokesman said.

Price, 69, a Hawkins County resident, was active in  Republican politics for 45 years, campaigning in local races as well as for Howard Baker Jr. in successful bids for the U.S. Senate, for President Ronald Reagan and for former Congressman Bill Jenkins.

Roe said Thursday, "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Danny Roy Price. He was a beloved member of my staff. He was hard-working, honest, and most of all, he was a friend."

Roe added, "Everyone who knew Danny Roy knew that he was a man of integrity and faithfulness. My condolences go out to his family - especially his wife and children.  We will all miss him greatly."

Price was usually the field representative that covers Greene County, and had been scheduled to hold office hours for the congressman in Greeneville on Monday. A Roe spokesperson said Monday's office hours have been canceled.

Price is survived by his wife, Carol Livesay Price. They had two children and one granddaughter.
A veteran of the U.S. Army, Price attended Hope Community Church in Surgoinsville.

Price came to Roe's staff from Eastman Chemical Co. He had earlier been a legislative liaison for BAE, which operates the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Hawkins County near Kingsport.

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