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Robert Bloxom
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| 1st Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry | |
| In office January 3, 2005 – January 16, 2010 |
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| Governor | Mark Warner Tim Kaine |
| Preceded by | None (position created) |
| Succeeded by | Todd Haymore |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 100th district |
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| In office January 12, 1983 – January 14, 2004 |
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| Preceded by | None (district created) |
| Succeeded by | Lynwood Lewis |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 42nd district |
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| In office January 13, 1982 – January 12, 1983 |
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| Preceded by | Billy O'Brien |
| Succeeded by | Warren E. Barry |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from the 46th district |
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| In office January 11, 1978 – January 13, 1982 |
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| Preceded by | George N. McMath |
| Succeeded by | Bernard S. Cohen (46th district) George W. Grayson (97th district) |
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Robert Spurgeon Bloxom
April 6, 1937 Baltimore, Maryland |
| Died | December 13, 2020 (aged 83) Mappsville, Virginia |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Patricia Killmon |
| Residence | Mappsville, Virginia |
| Alma mater | University of Richmond |
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Robert Spurgeon Bloxom Sr. (born April 26, 1937 – died December 13, 2020) was an important American politician from Virginia. He spent many years working for the people of Virginia. He first served in the Virginia House of Delegates, which is like a state-level parliament. Later, he became the first-ever Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry for the state.
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Who Was Robert Bloxom?
Robert Bloxom was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on April 26, 1937. He grew up and later went to college at the University of Richmond. After finishing his education, he decided to get involved in public service.
Serving in the Virginia House
Robert Bloxom started his political career in the Virginia House of Delegates. This is a group of elected officials who make laws for the state of Virginia. He served in this role for many years, representing different areas. His job was to listen to the people he represented and help create rules that would benefit Virginia.
Leading Agriculture in Virginia
In 2005, Robert Bloxom was chosen for a very special job. He became the first-ever Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry for Virginia. This means he was in charge of helping farmers and protecting forests across the state.
- He was nominated by Governor Mark Warner.
- When Tim Kaine became the next governor, he asked Bloxom to continue in this important role.
- Bloxom worked to support farming and forestry, which are big parts of Virginia's economy.
A Family in Politics
Robert Bloxom's family also has a history in public service. His son, Robert Bloxom Jr., followed in his footsteps. In 2014, his son was also elected to the Virginia House of Delegates. This shows how public service was important to their family.
Later Life
Robert Bloxom passed away at his home in Mappsville, Virginia, on December 13, 2020. He was 83 years old. He is remembered for his long career helping the people and the land of Virginia.
