Ben Tollefson
American politician (1927–2021)
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Benjamin C. Tollefsen (June 14, 1927 – December 16, 2021) was an American politician in the state of North Dakota. He was a member of the North Dakota House of Representatives from 1985 to 2000, and the North Dakota Senate from 2001 to 2008.[1][2]
Preceded byRolland W. Redlin
Succeeded byDavid Hogue
Succeeded byDan Ruby
BornJune 14, 1927
Minot, North Dakota, U.S.
Ben Tollefsen | |
|---|---|
| Member of the North Dakota Senate from the 38th district | |
| In office December 1, 2001 – December 1, 2008 | |
| Preceded by | Rolland W. Redlin |
| Succeeded by | David Hogue |
| Member of the North Dakota House of Representatives from the 38th district | |
| In office 1985–2000 | |
| Succeeded by | Dan Ruby |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 14, 1927 Minot, North Dakota, U.S. |
| Died | December 16, 2021 (aged 94) Minot, North Dakota |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Lila |
| Children | four |
| Alma mater | Minot State University |
He died in Minot, North Dakota, on December 16, 2021, at the age of 94.[3]
