David Alexander Callister, MLC (23 March 1935 – 27 February 2020) was a Manx politician and broadcaster, who was a member of the

Legislative Council of the Isle of Man The Legislative Council ( gv, Yn Choonceil Slattyssagh) is the upper chamber of Tynwald, the legislature of the Isle of Man. The abbreviation "LegCo" is often used. It consists of eleven members (MLCs): * Eight members elected by the House of ...

. He defeated

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in 2008. He was also known as a broadcaster on

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. He died on 27 February 2020.Well-known Manx broadcaster David Callister passes away
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Early life

Callister was born on 23 March 1935 to Harold Clarke Callister and Mildred Callister (née Corrin).

Personal life

Callister was married to Ann (née Popplewell) from 1960 until his death. They had 4 children together.

References

1935 births 2020 deaths Manx radio presenters Members of the Legislative Council of the Isle of Man {{IsleofMan-politician-stub