Paul E. Zeltner

Paul Eugene Zeltner (October 11, 1925^[1] – May 26, 2018) was an American politician who served in the California State Assembly for District 54 and during World War II era, he served in the United States Navy.^[2]

Paul Zeltner
Member of the California State Assembly from the 54th district
In office December 1, 1986 - November 30, 1988
Preceded by	Frank Vicencia
Succeeded by	Willard H. Murray Jr.
Personal details
Born	Paul Eugene Zeltner (1925-10-11)October 11, 1925 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Died	May 26, 2018(2018-05-26) (aged 92) Rancho Bernardo, California
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Patricia Higgins (m. 1956)
Children	3
Military service
Branch/service	United States Navy
Battles/wars	World War II

Zelter was discharged from the navy as a gunner's mate 2nd class. He then served as Deputy Sheriff for the Los Angeles County Sheriff for 26 years.^[3] He served on the Lakewood City Council before his surprise election to the solidly Democratic voting 54th. California state Assembly district in 1986 ^[4] In 1988, he sought a second term and was narrowly defeated for reelection by Willard Murray. He died on May 26, 2018, at the age of 92.^[5]