Thomas G. Carruthers
American politician (1929–2023)
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Thomas Gemmell Carruthers (May 5, 1929 – June 6, 2023) was an American politician. He served as a Republican member for the 35th district of the Connecticut State Senate.
Preceded byRobert D. Houley
Succeeded byRobert D. Houley
BornMay 5, 1929
Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.
DiedJune 6, 2023 (aged 94)
Thomas G. Carruthers | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Connecticut State Senate from the 35th district | |
| In office 1973–1975 | |
| Preceded by | Robert D. Houley |
| Succeeded by | Robert D. Houley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 5, 1929 Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | June 6, 2023 (aged 94) |
| Party | Republican[1] |
| Alma mater | Becker Junior College University of Hartford |
Life and career
Carruthers was born in Worcester, Massachusetts. He served in the United States Army Air Corps. He attended Becker Junior and the University of Hartford.[2]
In 1972, Carruthers defeated Michael J. Riley in the general election for the 35th district of the Connecticut State Senate, winning 52 percent of the votes.[3][4]
Carruthers died on June 6, 2023, at the age of 94.[2]
