Petrus Tun

Petrus Tun (19 March 1936 23 March 1999)[2][3] was a Micronesian politician, who played an important role during the first days of Micronesian independence and in the Trust Territory times that preceded them.

Petrus Tun
1st Vice President of the Federated States of Micronesia
In office
1979–1983
PresidentTosiwo Nakayama
Preceded byOffice created
Succeeded byBailey Olter
2nd Governor of Yap
In office
January 12, 1987  January 9, 1995
LieutenantTony Tawerilmang[1]
Preceded byJohn Mangefel
Succeeded byVincent A. Figir
Personal details
Born19 March 1936
Yap State
Died23 March 1999(1999-03-23) (aged 63)
Spouse(s)Carmen Mutnguy Tun

Tun was elected to the Senate of Micronesian Congress from Yap district[4]. He served as the first Vice President of the Federated States of Micronesia during the first term of President Tosiwo Nakayama (1979–1983).

Previously, he served as a Governor of Yap and a senator during the Trust Territory period. In addition, he held other high positions in both government and private industries.

Despite his wish, after his death, the widely respected Tun was honored by a state funeral, which was attended by a large crowd.

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