Bill Birchfield
American politician
William O. Birchfield (December 19, 1935 – February 5, 2016) was an American politician, lawyer, and civic leader in the state of Florida. He called himself as the "Duke of Mayo". He was born in Mayo, Florida. He served in the Florida House of Representatives for the 21st district from 1971 until his resignation in 1974.
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Member of the Florida House of Representatives for the 21st district | |
In office 1971–1974 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Mayo, Florida | December 19, 1935
Died | February 5, 2016 Jacksonville, Florida | (aged 80)
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Dana Ferrell |
Children | 4 |
Residence | Jacksonville, Florida |
Alma mater | University of Florida |
Occupation | Attorney |
Birchfield died in Jacksonville, Florida on February 5, 2016. He died from a heart attack. He was aged 80.[1]
References
change- ↑ Daraskevich, Joe (6 February 2016). "William O. 'Bill' Birchfield, 1935-2016: Advocate for Dames Point bridge, Skyway". Florida Times Union. Retrieved 8 February 2016.