Paul Taliaferro

Paul Anthony Taliaferro (August 30, 1934 – February 1, 2013) was an American politician. He served as a Democratic member for the 31st district of the Oklahoma Senate.^[3][4]

Paul Taliaferro
Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 31st district
In office 1976–1991
Preceded by	Jim Taliaferro
Succeeded by	Sam Helton[1]
Personal details
Born	Paul Anthony Taliaferro (1934-08-30)August 30, 1934 Lawton, Oklahoma, U. S.
Died	February 1, 2013(2013-02-01) (aged 78) Lawton, Oklahoma, U. S.
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Eleanor Elaine Eberhart ​ ​ (m. 1953)​ [2]

Life and career

Taliaferro was born in Lawton, Oklahoma, the son of Alice Margaret Howard and James Thomas Taliaferro. He attended Central High School.^[2]

Taliafero served in the Oklahoma Senate from 1976 to 1991, representing the 31st district.^[3] He lost his seat as a result when he was found guilty of bank fraud by a federal jury.^[5]

Death

Taliaferro died on February 1, 2013 at his home in Lawton, Oklahoma, at the age of 78.^[2] He was buried in Letitia Cemetery.^[6]