Hamilton D. Upchurch (September 25, 1925 – January 8, 2008) was an American politician. He served as a Democratic member for the 22nd and 28th district of the Florida House of Representatives.

Life and career

Upchurch was born September 25, 1925 in St. Augustine, Florida. He attended the University of Florida and earned a degree in business administration followed by obtaining his Juris Doctor in 1951.

Hamilton D. Upchurch

In 1978, Upchurch was elected to represent the 28th district of the Florida House of Representatives, succeeding Gus Craig. He served until 1982, when he was succeeded by Samuel P. Bell III. In the same year, he was elected to represent the 22nd district, succeeding Steve Pajcic. He served until 1988, when he was succeeded by Roy E. Campbell.

Hamilton D. Upchurch

Upchurch died January 8, 2008 of cancer, at the age of 82.

Hamilton D. Upchurch

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1925 births

2008 deaths

Democratic Party members of the Florida House of Representatives

20th-century American politicians

University of Florida alumni