Living Former Governors
As of 21 November 2012 (2012 -11-21), two former governors were living. The most recent death of a former governor was that of Bill Clements (1979–1983, 1987–1991), on May 29, 2011. The most recent governor to serve who has died is Ann Richards (1991–1995), who died on September 13, 2006.
| Name | Gubernatorial term | Date of birth |
|---|---|---|
| Mark White | 1983–1987 | (1940-03-17) March 17, 1940 (age 72) |
| George W. Bush | 1995–2000 | (1946-07-06) July 6, 1946 (age 66) |
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