Bob Saunders (politician)

Robert Saunders (January 22, 1929 – October 23, 2016) was an American oil businessman and politician in the state of Florida.[1]

Bob Saunders
Member of the Florida Senate
In office
1969–1971, 1973–1976
Personal details
Born(1929-01-22)January 22, 1929
Quitman, Georgia
DiedOctober 23, 2016(2016-10-23) (aged 87)
Gainesville, Florida
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseMilly Johns
Childrentwo
Residence(s)Gainesville, Florida
Occupationoil jobber

Saunders was born in Quitman, Georgia and came to Florida in 1938. He served in the Florida Senate from 1969 to 1971, as well as 1973 to 1976. He was a member of the Democratic Party.[2] He owned several gas stations, cemeteries, and a funeral home. Saunders died at his home on October 23, 2016, at the age of 87.[3]

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