George Sietsema Explained

George Sietsema
Office:Mayor of Wyoming, Michigan
Term Start:1985
Term End:1987
Predecessor:Harold Isenga
Successor:Charles J. Huizenga
State House2:Michigan
District2:94th
Term Start2:January 13, 1965
Term End2:December 31, 1966
Predecessor2:District established
Successor2:Johannes C. Kolderman Jr.
Birth Date:1 April 1918
Birth Place:Grundy Center, Iowa, US
Party:Democratic

George Sietsema (April 1, 1918March 6, 1991) was a Michigan politician.

Early life and education

George Sietsema was born on April 1, 1918, in Grundy Center, Iowa, to parents Jerry and Gertrude Sietsema. George went through three years of high school before enlisting in the army.[1]

Military career

In 1941, Sietsema enlisted in the United States Army in Kalamazoo, Michigan.[1]

Career

Sietsema was the owner of the Michigan Private Investigation Bureau. Sietsema served as township supervisor, treasurer, and municipal judge in Wyoming Township. He also served on the Kent County Board of Supervisors.[2] In 1956, Sietsema unsuccessfully ran for the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the Kenty County 2nd district. On November 4, 1964, Sietsema was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives, where he represented the 94th district from January 13, 1965, to December 31, 1966.[1] In 1966, Sietsema unsuccessfully sought re-election to this position. Sietsema served as mayor of Wyoming, Michigan, from 1985 to 1987.[3]

Personal life

In 1940, George Sietsema married Angela Wietsma. Together, they had three children. George was the brother of fellow state representative Jelt Sietsema.[1]

Death

Sietsema died on March 6, 1991.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Legislator Details - George Sietsema. . January 12, 2021.
  2. Web site: House Photos and Biographies, 1965-1966 . . December 30, 2020.
  3. Web site: Siaca to Sifton . . January 12, 2021.