About Dan Williams
Lived 1942 – 2015 (aged 73). Dan Williams was an American politician.
James Daniel Williams (June 6, 1942 – July 1, 2015) was an American politician.
Born in Limestone County, Alabama, Williams went to Auburn University and served in the Alabama National Guard. He was a member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 5th District, serving from 2011 to 2015. He was a member of the Republican party. From 1992 to 2010, he was mayor of Athens, Alabama. Williams also served on the Athens City Council and the Athens Board of Education. He died of leukemia at his home in Athens, Alabama on July 1, 2015.
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Who was Dan Williams?
American politician (1942)
When was Dan Williams born?
Dan Williams was born on 6 June 1942 in Limestone County.
When did Dan Williams die?
Dan Williams died on 1 July 2015 in Athens.
What was Dan Williams's occupation?
Dan Williams was a politician.
What nationality was Dan Williams?
Dan Williams was American.
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· DBpedia: Dan Williams (Alabama politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dan Williams. https://biography.guide/dan-williams-politician/
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