About Chris Meffert
Lived 1943 – 2014 (aged 71). Chris Meffert was an American politician and lawyer.
John Christian "Chris" Meffert (August 11, 1943 – November 13, 2014) was an American lawyer and politician.
Born in Ocala, Florida, Meffert graduated from Ocala High School. He then received his bachelor's degree from Florida State University and his law degree from the Florida State University College of Law. He served as an assistant attorney general of Florida and then practiced law. In 1977, Meffert served as Mayor of Ocala, Florida and was a Democrat. From 1980 to 1988, he served in the Florida House of Representatives. Meffert worked as a lobbyist and then was appointed executive director of the Florida State Boxing Commission. Meffert died in Salt Springs, Florida in 2014. He had recently been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
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Who was Chris Meffert?
American lawyer and politician (1943-2014)
When was Chris Meffert born?
Chris Meffert was born on 11 August 1943 in Ocala.
When did Chris Meffert die?
Chris Meffert died on 13 November 2014 in Salt Springs.
What was Chris Meffert's occupation?
Chris Meffert was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was Chris Meffert?
Chris Meffert was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chris Meffert. https://biography.guide/chris-meffert/
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Chicago: "Chris Meffert." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chris-meffert/.
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