Leo Kieffer

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R. Leo Kieffer
Member of the Maine Senate
from the 2nd district
In office
1992–2000
Preceded byDonald Collins
Succeeded byRichard Kneeland
Personal details
Born(1930-09-11)September 11, 1930
Mauston, Wisconsin
DiedAugust 12, 2017(2017-08-12) (aged 86)
Bangor, Maine
Political partyRepublican
SpouseMary Patricia Hoye

Robert Leo Kieffer (September 11, 1930 – August 12, 2017)

Maine State Senate from 1992 to 2000, representing his residence in Caribou, Maine as well as much of Aroostook County. He replaced fellow Republican Donald Collins, who did not seek re-election. Prior to serving in the State Senate, Kieffer served five years on the Caribou Town Council, including a stint as mayor (1991-1992).[2] In February 1997, Kieffer was named legislator of the year by the Economic Development Council of Maine. From 1996 to 1998, Kieffer served as Assistant Senate Minority Leader.[3]

Kieffer was born in Mauston, Wisconsin, served in the United States Army, and graduated from Madison College.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Robert "Leo" Kieffer-obituary". Archived from the original on 2017-08-16. Retrieved 2017-08-15.
  2. ^ "Kieffer, Freeman seeking Senate District 2 seat". Bangor Daily News. Presque Isle. October 28, 1992. p. 6. Retrieved 7 April 2013.
  3. ^ "Kieffer seeks re-election to Maine Senate seat". Bangor Daily News. March 11, 1998. p. B2. Retrieved 7 April 2013.
  4. Project Vote Smart
    . Retrieved 7 April 2013.


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