Parke Wentling
Parke H. Wentling (born May 14, 1972) is an American politician and current member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 7th District since 2023. A Republican, Wentling previously represented the 17th District from 2015 until 2022.
Parke Wentling | |
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Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives | |
Assumed office January 6, 2015 | |
Preceded by | Michele Brooks |
Constituency | 17th District (2015-2022) 7th District (2023-present) |
Personal details | |
Born | Greenville, Pennsylvania, U.S. | May 14, 1972
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Jennifer |
Children | 2 |
Residence(s) | Greenville, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Alma mater | California University of Pennsylvania (BS, MS) |
Website | Official website |
Early life, education, and career
Wentling was born on May 14, 1972, in Greenville, Pennsylvania. He was raised in Greenville and graduated from Greenville Area High School in 1990.[1][2] Wentling earned a Bachelor of Science degree from California University of Pennsylvania in 1997 and a Master in Science from Clarion University of Pennsylvania in 2010. From 1997 to 2014, Wentling taught at Wilmington Area School District.[2]
Political career
In 2014, Wentling was first elected to represent the 17th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He was twice re-elected to represent the 17th District in 2018 and 2020.[2] Following redistricting, Wentling was moved to the 7th District, which he was elected to represent in 2022.[3]
Personal life
Wentling lives in Greenville, Pennsylvania, with his wife Jennifer and their two children. They attend Zion’s Reformed Church in Greenville, where Wentling also serves as a deacon.[1]
References
- "About Parke". PA State Rep. Parke Wentling. Retrieved January 7, 2023.
- "Parke H. Wentling". Pennsylvania House of Representatives Archives. Retrieved January 7, 2023.
- Gauntner, Mike (November 9, 2022). "Decision 2022: Pennsylvania Representative, Parke Wentling wins re-election". WFMJ-TV. Retrieved January 7, 2023.