Tragic Jet Ski Accident Claims Life of Tennessee Lawmaker Roy Herron
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Independent
Roy Herron, a longtime Tennessee state lawmaker and former chairperson of the state Democratic Party, has died at the age of 69 from injuries sustained in a jet ski accident. Herron served a combined 26 years in the state's House and Senate and was known for his dedication to public service. He was remembered as a devoted citizen and a genuine human being who advocated for healthcare accessibility and other causes that affected average people. Condolences poured in from political figures across party lines.
