About Bob Williams
Lived 1942 – 2022 (aged 80). Bob Williams was an American politician and accountant.
Gomer Robert Williams (February 8, 1942 – March 15, 2022) was an American accountant and politician who served as a member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 18th district from 1979 to 1983 and the 19th district from 1983 to 1989. A member of the Republican Party, he was the Republican nominee for governor of Washington in 1988, losing to incumbent Democrat Booth Gardner by over 24 percentage points. In 1991, he founded the conservative think tank Freedom Foundation.
He died in Longview, Washington on March 15, 2022.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Williams?
American politician in Washington
When was Bob Williams born?
Bob Williams was born on 15 March 1942 in Pennsylvania.
When did Bob Williams die?
Bob Williams died on 15 March 2022 in Longview, Washington.
What was Bob Williams's occupation?
Bob Williams was a politician and accountant.
What nationality was Bob Williams?
Bob Williams was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Williams (Washington politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Williams. https://biography.guide/bob-williams-politician/
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