Cletus J. Vanderperren
Cletus J. Vanderperren (March 4, 1912 – September 24, 1994) was an American farmer and politician. A Democrat, he served 34 years in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Green Bay and northern Brown County. At the time of his retirement, he was the longest-serving member in the history of the Wisconsin Assembly. His legislative service earned him the nickname Concrete Clete for his efforts to fund roads, highways, and bridges throughout the state.
Cletus J. Vanderperren | |
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| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly | |
| In office January 7, 1985 – January 4, 1993 | |
| Preceded by | Earl F. McEssy |
| Succeeded by | John Gard |
| Constituency | 89th district |
| In office January 3, 1983 – January 7, 1985 | |
| Preceded by | Mary Panzer |
| Succeeded by | Mary Panzer |
| Constituency | 53rd district |
| In office January 1, 1973 – January 3, 1983 | |
| Preceded by | District established |
| Succeeded by | Earl F. McEssy |
| Constituency | 89th district |
| In office January 5, 1959 – January 1, 1973 | |
| Preceded by | Edward A. Seymour |
| Succeeded by | District abolished |
| Constituency | Brown 3rd district |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 4, 1912 Pittsfield, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Died | September 24, 1994 (aged 82) Green Bay, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Resting place | Saint John the Baptist Church Cemetery, Howard, Wisconsin |
| Political party | Democratic |
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| Children | Betty, Carlene, Gloria, Carol |
| Profession | farmer, politician |
| Nickname | Concrete Clete |
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