William A. Burgett Explained

William A. Burgett
Office:Acting Michigan Auditor General
Term Start:October 10, 1961
Term End:October 23, 1961
Governor:John Swainson
Predecessor:Otis M. Smith
Successor:Billie S. Farnum
Birth Date:30 June 1932
Birth Place:Des Moines, Iowa
Spouse:Betsy Bartley
Party:Democratic
Alma Mater:University of Iowa
Michigan State University
Serviceyears:1952-1954

William A. Burgett (June 30, 1932April 10, 1999) served as acting Michigan Auditor General in 1961.

Early life and education

Burgett was born on June 30, 1932, in Des Moines, Iowa. In 1956, Burgett earned a B.A. from the University of Iowa. Burgett later attended Michigan State University in 1957 and 1958.[1]

Career

Burgett served in the United States Army from 1952 to 1954. At some point, Burgett served as the administrative assistant to Michigan Lieutenant Governor John B. Swainson and as the assistant to the chairman of the Michigan Democratic Party. Burgett was appointed Deputy Michigan Auditor General on June 21, 1960.[1] On October 9, 1961, Michigan Auditor General Otis M. Smith resigned. Burgett was appointed acting state auditor general the following day. Billie S. Farnum was appointed and qualified as his successor on October 23, 1961.[2]

Personal life

Burgett was married to Betsy Bartley. Burgett was Methodist.[1]

Death

Burgett died on April 10, 1999.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Michigan . 1963 . Michigan manual. 1961-62. . . en .
  2. Web site: Former Officials of Michigan. . June 14, 2020.
  3. News: BURGETT . . April 18, 1999 . 27 . . December 16, 2021.