About Tommy E. Mitchum
Lived 1949 – 2025 (aged 76). Tommy E. Mitchum was an American politician.
Thomas Edward Mitchum (July 17, 1949 – December 22, 2025) was an American politician. who served as a member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from 1973 to 1992. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented districts in northern Arkansas and was known for his advocacy on public safety and law enforcement issues.
Early life and education Mitchum was born on July 17, 1949, in Batesville, Arkansas. He graduated from Southside High School in Batesville in 1967.
Political career Mitchum was elected to the Arkansas House of Representatives in 1972 at the age of 23, becoming one of the youngest members to serve in the chamber.
Death Mitchum died on December 22, 2025, at White River Medical Center in Batesville, Arkansas, at the age of 76.
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Who was Tommy E. Mitchum?
American politician (1949–2025)
When was Tommy E. Mitchum born?
Tommy E. Mitchum was born on 17 July 1949 in Batesville.
When did Tommy E. Mitchum die?
Tommy E. Mitchum died on 22 December 2025.
What was Tommy E. Mitchum's occupation?
Tommy E. Mitchum was a politician.
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Tommy E. Mitchum was American.
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