Researching Leo Kieffer
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 | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 6 people with the Kieffer surname? In that year Kieffer was ranked number 3573 for popularity in the UK. |
The name Leo means "A Lion" and is of Latin origin.
Records of Leo Kieffer on Ancestry
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Leo Kieffer and the Kieffer Family History
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| Did you know that there are currently 6076 people with the Kieffer surname in the USA? Kieffer is ranked number 155 for popularity in the USA. |
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Leo Kieffer
Robert Leo Kieffer (September 11, 1930 – August 12, 2017) was an American businessperson and politician from Maine. Kieffer, a Republican, served in the 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). 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.
Kieffer was born in Mauston, Wisconsin, served in the United States Army, and graduated from Madison College.
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