David Vance (February 19, 1836 – October 9, 1912) was an American shipmaster and politician.
Three months later, Vance moved with his family to Jefferson County, New York.
[1] He was a shipmaster on the Great Lakes and later was in the vessel brokerage and marine insurance business.
Vance was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly during the 1876 and 1877 sessions.
Vance died in his home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 9, 1912, from complications due to a broken hip.