Delwyn Gage

Delwyn Orin Gage was an American politician, accountant, and businessman who served in the Montana Senate from 1982 to 1998, representing the 5th legislative district of Montana as a Republican. He served as Senate Majority Leader from 1989 to 1991.

Early life and education

Gage was born in Calvin, North Dakota on November 28, 1930. He attended Brigham Young University.

Career

Gage served in the Korean War as a member of the United States Marine Corps.
Gage served in the Montana Senate from 1982 to 1998, representing the 5th legislative district of Montana as a Republican. He served as Senate Majority Leader from 1989 to 1991.
Gage ran unopposed in the 1990 Montana Senate elections.
Outside of politics, Gage worked as an accountant and businessman.

Political positions

Gage received an 88% rating from the National Federation of Independent Business in 1996.

Personal life

Gage resided in Bigfork, Montana. He previously resided in Cut Bank, Montana.
Gage was married to Sarah Marlene Brenchley, who pre-deceased him. They had six children.
Gage died in Billings, Montana on July 8, 2025, at the age of 94.