Tom Benavidez

Tom Benavidez (January 6, 1939 – April 16, 2016) was an American politician who served as a member of the New Mexico Senate.[2]

Tom Benavidez
Member of the New Mexico Senate
In office
1966–1970
In office
1984–1996
Personal details
Born(1939-01-06)January 6, 1939
Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.
DiedApril 16, 2016(2016-04-16) (aged 77)
Political partyDemocratic[1]
Alma materUniversity of Albuquerque

Biography

Benavidez was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He attended the University of Albuquerque, before becoming a real estate broker.[2][3]

He served in the New Mexico Senate[2] from 1966 to 1970 and again from 1984 to 1996.[4]

He died on April 16, 2016 at the age of 77.[5][4]

References
  1. "Daniels murder fuels death penalty talk: 'Lynch-mob' mentality may create election issue". The Santa Fe New Mexican. Santa Fe, New Mexico. January 25, 1986. p. 1. Retrieved June 11, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. Unterburger, Amy (1991), Who's who Among Hispanic Americans, Gale Research, p. 41, ISBN 9780810374515
  3. "Governor's race, bond issues at mercy of NM voters today". El Paso Times. El Paso, Texas. November 6, 1990. p. 1. Retrieved June 11, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. "Tom Benavidez Obituary (2016)". Albuquerque Journal. April 19, 2023. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  5. "Services scheduled for former state Sen. Tom Benavides". The Santa Fe New Mexican. April 20, 2016. Retrieved June 11, 2023.


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