Claim: Joseph Zarelli (born October 7, 1961) is an American former politician of the Republican party, member of the Washington State Senate, businessman and novelist who served in the USN from 1982 to 1989.
Evidence: Joseph Peter "Joe" Zarelli (born October 7, 1961) is an American former politician of the Republican Party. He was a member of the Washington State Senate representing Washington's 18th legislative district from 1995 to 2012. United States Navy 1982 – 1989 (7 years) The United States Navy (USN) is the maritime service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the eight uniformed services of the United States.