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Neal Nitz

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Neal Nitz
Member of the Berrien County Board of Commissioners
In office
January 1, 2013 – April 13, 2015
Preceded byBryan Bixby
In office
January 1, 1993 – December 31, 2002
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 78th district
In office
January 1, 2003 – December 31, 2008
Preceded byRon Jelinek
Succeeded bySharon Tyler
Personal details
Born(1954-03-23)March 23, 1954
Benton Harbor, Michigan
DiedApril 13, 2015(2015-04-13) (aged 61)
St. Joseph, Michigan
Resting placeRuggles Cemetery, Baroda, Michigan
Political partyRepublican
Alma materSouthwestern Michigan College
ProfessionFarmer

Neal Nitz (March 23, 1954 – April 13, 2015) was an American politician.

Early life

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Born in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Nitz went to Southwestern Michigan College. A third-generation farmer, Nitz was the owner of Neal Nitz Farms. He was also a member of the Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council and the county planning commission, and a former president of the Baroda Lions Club.[1]

Political career

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Nitz was a Republican member of the Michigan House of Representatives from 2003 through 2008. Both prior to and following his service in the House, he was a member of the Berrien County Board of Commissioners.[2][3]

References

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  1. ^ 2007-2008 Michigan Manual: State Representative Neal Nitz
  2. ^ House Resolution 493 (2008): A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Neal Nitz
  3. ^ Gongwer News Service (April 14, 2015): Former Rep. Neal Nitz, Who Chaired Ag Committee, Dead At 61