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David Nething

1933 – 2024

American politician

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Lived 1933 – 2024 (aged 91). David Nething was an American lawyer and politician.

David Earl Nething (June 29, 1933 – December 2, 2024) was an American politician in the state of North Dakota.

Life and career Nething was born in Valley City, North Dakota, on June 29, 1933. He attended Jamestown College, where he received his A.B. and the University of North Dakota School of Law, receiving his Juris Doctor. After university, he served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1952.

Nething was elected to the North Dakota State Senate for District 29 as a Republican and served until 2012. He served stints as majority leader (1975–1985) president pro tempore (1997–98). Towards the end of his Senate career, he served as chairman of the Senate's Judiciary Committee. He did not run for re-election in 2012, opting to retire.

Nething was married to Marjorie and had three children. They resided in Jamestown, North Dakota. He was an elder in the Presbyterian church. David Nething died on December 2, 2024, at the age of 91.

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Education
University of Jamestown, University of North Dakota, Jamestown College
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of North Dakota
Also known as
David Earl Nething

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Nething?

American politician (1933–2024)

When was David Nething born?

David Nething was born on 29 June 1933 in Valley City.

When did David Nething die?

David Nething died on 2 December 2024.

What was David Nething's occupation?

David Nething was a lawyer and politician.

What nationality was David Nething?

David Nething was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Nething

· Wikidata: Q16094027

· DBpedia: David Nething

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