Biography

 

Dennis Tyler grew up on the south-side of Muncie and is a graduate of Muncie Central High School.  He proudly served as a Line Captain for the Muncie Fire Department before retiring after 42 1/2 years of service.

On January 4th, 2006, he was sworn into office as a state legislator, where he's served District 34 honorably for the past five years.  At the Statehouse, Dennis has had the privilege of serving on committees that focused on veteran's affairs, public safety, employment labor, pensions, and roads and transportation.  During this past summer, Dennis worked with other legislators in the areas of autism and government reform.

Dennis has been active in many community organizations, including United Way of Delaware County, the Knights of Pythias Lodge #37, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles #231 in Muncie.

Dennis enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Vickie, along with their three children, eight grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.