Marion Gressette
L. Marion Gressette | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Carolina Senate | |
| In office 1937–1984 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 11, 1902 Orangeburg County, South Carolina, US |
| Died | March 1, 1984 (aged 82) Orangeburg, South Carolina, US |
| Resting place | West End Cemetery, St. Matthews, South Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Florence Howell Gressette (m. 1927) |
| Alma mater | University of South Carolina |
Lawrence Marion Gressette (February 11, 1902 – March 1, 1984) was an American politician in the state of South Carolina. Gressette served in the South Carolina General Assembly from 1925 to 1928 and 1931 to 1932. He served in the South Carolina Senate as a member of the Democratic Party from 1937 to 1984. He also served a stint as president pro tempore of the South Carolina Senate from 1972 to 1984.