Legislator Details
Harold J. Volkema
AKA:Volkeman
Number of sessions served 2
Gender: Male
Age at election: 34
Vital Records Information:
Birth
Date: 5/29/1930
City: Holland, MI
County: Ottawa County, MI
Country: United States
Death
Date: 12/17/1967
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Marital Information:
Married. Children: Thomas, Barbara, Jane, Mary, James
Number of Children: 5
Background
Religion: Christian Reformed
Military Service: National Guard
Occupation: businessman, teacher
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Graduate of Calvin College, AB degree 1953
Graduate work in administration and political science at Michigan State University, Western Michigan University, and University of Michigan
Biographical Sketch:
Owner and operator of Volkema Book Stores. Sports director and news announcer for 10 years. Member: Fish and Game Club; Chamber of Commerce; United Fund.
Notable Facts:
Died in office. On Leo's worksheet as "Volkeman"
Sessions Served:
Chamber: Senate
Party: Republican
Committees Served On: Education , State Affairs
Postions Held:
City of Residence: Holland
County of Residence Ottawa
District: 23
District Description: Counties of Allegan, Ottawa and Van Buren and Yankee Springs Township in Barry County
Date Elected: 11/8/1966
Date Sworn In: 1/11/1967
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Reason for Leaving Office: N/A
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Maritial Status: Unknown
Notes: Chair of the Committee on Education.;Vice-Chair of the Committee on State Affairs
Chamber: Senate
Party: Republican
Committees Served On: Education , Elections , State Affairs
Postions Held:
City of Residence: Holland
County of Residence Ottawa
District: 23
District Description: Counties of Allegan, Ottawa and Van Buren and Yankee Springs Township in Barry County
Date Elected: 11/4/1964
Date Sworn In: 1/13/1965
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Reason for Leaving Office: N/A
End of Term Status: Re-elected
Maritial Status: Married
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