Tom Dantzler (June 6, 1941 – August 12, 2023) was an American veterinarian and politician who served as a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives for House District 117 between 1995 and 2009.
Tom Dantzler | |
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Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 117th district | |
In office January 3, 1995 – January 3, 2009 | |
Preceded by | Roger M. Young |
Succeeded by | Tim Scott |
Berkeley County Council Member | |
In office 1979–1981 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Thomas Middleton Dantzler June 6, 1941 Orangeburg, South Carolina, U.S. |
Died | August 12, 2023[1] Goose Creek, South Carolina, U.S. | (aged 82)
Political party | Republican |
Education | |
Military service | |
Branch/service | ![]() |
Early life and education
editDantzler was born on June 6, 1941 in Orangeburg County, South Carolina to parents Harold and Leila. He completed a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1965 from the University of Georgia. He graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science in 1982.[2]
Career
editDantzler served in the United States Air Force between 1965 and 1967. Between 1979 and 1981, Dantzler was a member of the Berkeley County Council. Between 1995 and 2009, Dantzler was a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, serving House District 117 as a Republican.[2] Dantzler was succeeded in office by Tim Scott.
References
edit- ^ "Dr. Thomas Middleton Dantzler Obituary 2023". Avinger Funeral Home. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ a b "Representative Thomas Middleton "Tom" Dantzler". South Carolina House of Representatives. Retrieved December 18, 2020.