Charles Tillman

Charles Tillman (born 1932/1933) He did additional coursework at Atlanta University and took post-graduate classes at the University of Notre Dame and at Jackson State University. He was an active volunteer which led to his running for the Jackson City Council in 2005. 2,586 votes to Sanders' 384 votes.

After the death of mayor Chokwe Lumumba, Tillman was sworn in as acting mayor on February 25, 2014. He served as mayor until April 24, 2014, when Tony Yarber was sworn in after a special election.

In the 2021 election, seeking a 4th term on the City Council, he was defeated by Vernon Hartley, 936 votes to Tillman's 482.

Awards In 1982, Tillman received the Governor's Distinguished Service Award for Outstanding Voluntary Community Service and the National Council of Negro Women's Appreciation Award for Outstanding and Dedicated Service.

Personal life He has two children.