Thomas F. Schweigert
Thomas F. Schweigert (September 29, 1917 – July 9, 2001) was an American politician who served as a member of the Michigan Senate and as acting lieutenant governor of Michigan.
Thomas Schweigert | |
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| 55th Lieutenant Governor of Michigan | |
Acting | |
| In office 1970–1971 | |
| Governor | William G. Milliken |
| Preceded by | William G. Milliken |
| Succeeded by | James H. Brickley |
| Member of the Michigan Senate from the 37th district | |
| In office January 1, 1961 – December 31, 1970 | |
| Preceded by | Frank Andrews |
| Succeeded by | Robert William Davis |
| Constituency | 29th district (1961–1964) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 29, 1917 Detroit, Michigan |
| Died | July 9, 2001 (aged 83) Petoskey, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Peggy |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | Michigan State University (BS) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
Early life and education
Born in Detroit, Michigan, Schweigert attended Highland Park Community High School. He graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in forestry.[1]
Career
Schweigert began his career United States Forest Service before founding a private forestry management company. He served in the United States Army during World War II.
He served on the Emmet County, Michigan Board of Commissioners. Schweigert then served in the Michigan State Senate from 1961 to 1971 as a Republican. Schweigert was President of the Michigan Senate and acting lieutenant governor of Michigan in 1969, serving under Governor William G. Milliken.[2]
Personal life
Schweigert and his wife, Peggy, had three children. He was a member of the Church of Christ, Scientist. Schweigert died in Petoskey, Michigan.[3][4]
References
- Legislator Details
- "If Biden taps Gretchen Whitmer as VP, what happens to Michigan government?". www.bridgemi.com. 2020-08-10. Retrieved 2020-08-23.
- Obituary
- OurCampaigns.com-Thomas F. Schweigert
