May 23, 2015 11:39 AM

Former House member and lobbyist Doc Arnold passed away

Gordon "Doc" Arnold served in Texas House from 1983-1985; resigned to become aide to then Speaker Gib Lewis and subsequently lobbied

Long time participant in Texas politics, Gordon "Doc" Arnold passed away today. Originally elected to the Texas House, he represented Ellis and Kaufman Counties. He resigned during his second term to work for then Speaker Gib Lewis and later became a well regarded lobbyist.

As details about arrangements become available, we will post them.