Arends, Leslie Cornelius b. September 27, 1896 d. July 17, 1985 US Congressman. Served in the United States Navy during World War I (1914-1918). Elected to represent Illinois's 17th District in the United States House of Representatives, serving from 1935 to 1974. Also served as a Delegate to the Republican National Convention from Illinois in 1952, 1956, and 1960. (Bio by: K) Melvin Cemetery, Melvin, Ford County, Illinois, USA