(Rep.), 28th Senate District. Born La Crosse, Oct. 12, 1929; married. Grad. St. John's Cathedral high sch., Milw. 1947; Marquette univ. 1947-50. Real estate developer. Army reserves 1947-65. Dir. David A. Heilman Fdn., Wis. Special Olympics, United Assn. for Retarded Citizens; life member Amer. Legion; mbr. K. of C., Farm Bureau, Lions. Awards received: Outstanding Service Award, United Assn. of Retarded Children, 1972; Republican of the Year, Wis. College Rep., 1971; Law Enforcement Man of the Year, Milw. Police Officers, 1970; Natl. Distinguished Service to American Small Business, 1970; Distinguished Service Award for Community Service- Greenfield, 1965; Outstanding Young Men in America, 1965; One of 5 Outstanding Young Men in Wis., 1964; Explorer Scout Service Award, 1964. Elected to assembly 1966; elected to senate 1968 and 1972. Maj. caucus secy. 1969, 1971. Biennial committee assignments: 1975 - agriculture, human services, labor and taxation; education. 1973 - health, education and welfare (ohm.); legis. council's educ. Com. (co-chm.) and special com. on collective bargaining impasses in public employment. 1971 - health and social services (chm.); education. Telephone: (414) 541-0088. Mailing address: Room 415 S.E., State Capitol 53702; (home) 8565 W. Waterford Ave., Greenfield. (Blue Book 1975)Learn More
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