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
Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives
from the 117th district
In office
January 3, 1995 – January 3, 2009
Preceded byRoger M. Young
Succeeded byTim Scott
Berkeley County Council Member
In office
1979–1981
Personal details
Born
Thomas Middleton Dantzler

(1941-06-06)June 6, 1941
Orangeburg, South Carolina, U.S.
DiedAugust 12, 2023(2023-08-12) (aged 82)[1]
Goose Creek, South Carolina, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
Education
Military service
Branch/service United States Air Force

Early life and education

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Dantzler 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

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Dantzler 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

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  1. ^ "Dr. Thomas Middleton Dantzler Obituary 2023". Avinger Funeral Home. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
  2. ^ a b "Representative Thomas Middleton "Tom" Dantzler". South Carolina House of Representatives. Retrieved December 18, 2020.