Background
Townsend, John F. was born on May 23, 1938 in St. Louis.
Townsend, John F. was born on May 23, 1938 in St. Louis.
Bachelor of Science, Wayne State University, Detroit, 1960. Master of Business Administration, Wayne State University, Detroit, 1967.
Born in Saint Louis, Missouri, Townsend graduated from Wayne State University. He served on the Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Common Council. Townsend in the Wisconsin State Assembly since 1999.
In October 2009, Townsend announced his retirement and will not seek reelection.
Member advisory board Fond du Lac Salvation Army, 1996—2006, Fond du Lac Arts Council. Board directors Fond du Lac County Economic Development Corporation, 1992—1996, Fond du Lac Public Library. Board, 1992—1998, Fond du Lac Redevelopment Authority, 1996—1998.
Member of Elks Club, Fond du Lac Noon Rotary.
Married.