John William Kole

Background

Kole, John William was born on January 27, 1934 in Zeeland, Michigan, United States. Son of John Henry and Una (Messer) Kole.

Education

Bachelor, Michigan State University, 1955; Master of Science, Northwestern University, 1956.

Career

Reporter, Milwaukee Journal, 1956-1964; reporter, Milwaukee Journal, (Washington bureau), 1964-1970; chief, Milwaukee Journal, (Washington bureau), 1970-1989; senior writer, Republican David R. Obey, Washington, 1989-1995; committee director, Democratic Staff, House Appropriations Committee, since 1995.

Achievements

• John William Kole has been listed as a notable Writer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Society Professional Journalists, Gridiron Club (president 1985).

Connections

Married Betty Lou Zuege, September 15, 1956. Children: Linda Sue, Leslie Ann, James David, Sara Louise, Susan Margaret.

Father:

John Henry Kole

Mother:

Una (Messer) Kole

Spouse:

Betty Lou Zuege

child:

Sara Louise Kole

child:

Susan Margaret Kole

child:

James David Kole

child:

Leslie Ann Kole

child:

Linda Sue Kole