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Former Wisconsin State Senator Ted Kanavas dies at age 56

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Former Wisconsin State Senator Ted Kanavas died Monday afternoon after battling an aggressive form of cancer. 
He was 56-years-old.
 
Governor Scott Walker released the following statement after learning of the passing of former Wisconsin State Senator Ted Kanavas:
 
"Ted Kanavas was a great man. He served his district and his state well. It was always a thrill to be around him. Tonette and I send our love and prayers to Mary and his family.”
 
Kanavas served as a senator from 2001 to 2010.
 
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