Paul M. Starnes

Paul Malvine Starnes (December 31, 1934 – January 9, 2015) was an American politician in the state of Tennessee. He attended Chattanooga Central High School, Hiwassee College, Tennessee Wesleyan College, and the University of Chattanooga.^[1] Starnes served in the Tennessee House of Representatives as a Democrat from the 31st District from 1972 to 1990.^[2] He was preceded in office by Republican Granville Hinton,^[3] and succeeded by Kenneth J. Meyer.^[4] A native of Chattanooga, Tennessee, he previously worked in the Hamilton County Department of Education.^[5] He died on January 9, 2015, aged 80.^[1]

Paul M. Starnes
Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from the 31st district
In office 1972–1990
Preceded by	Granville Hinton
Succeeded by	Kenneth J. Meyer
Personal details
Born	(1934-12-31)December 31, 1934 Chattanooga, Tennessee, U.S.
Died	January 9, 2015(2015-01-09) (aged 80) Chattanooga, Tennessee, U.S.
Occupation	educator