Robert D. Garton: key obituary facts
Is Robert D. Garton dead? Yes. Robert D. Garton died on May 9, 2026, at age 92.
Cause of death: Robert D. Garton's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Robert D. Garton known for?
He was known as American politician.
More about Robert D. Garton
Born: 18 August 1933.
Place of birth: Chariton.
Gender: male.
Occupation: politician.
Nationality: United States.
Education: Iowa State University, Cornell University, Santa Clara University.
Also known as: Robert Dean Garton.
Robert D.
Garton, an American politician and member of the Indiana House of Representatives from 1970 to 2006, died on May 9, 2026, at age 92. A Republican, he served in the Indiana Senate from 1970 to 2006 and was president pro tempore of the Indiana Senate.
Garton was born on Aug. 18, 1933, in Chariton, Iowa. He also served in the United States Marine Corps from 1955 to 1957, reaching the rank of first lieutenant, and was a member of the Indiana Civil Rights Commission from 1969 to 1970.
Robert D. Garton, 92, American politician, member of the Indiana House of Representatives (1970–2006).