Background
Ert, Melvin William Van was born on October 25, 1923 in Carson, Wisconsin, United States. Son of William and Nellie Van Ert.
Electrical contracting company executive
Ert, Melvin William Van was born on October 25, 1923 in Carson, Wisconsin, United States. Son of William and Nellie Van Ert.
Student, Industrial Training Institute, Chicago, 1946—1947.
Co-owner Thomas Electric Company, Marshfield, Wisconsin, 1953—1964. President Van Ert Electric Company Inc., Wausau, since 1964. With United States Air Force, 1943-1946.
Member national advisory board American Security Council. Member of American Legion, National Electrical Contractors Association (Wisconsin) (director since 1965).
Married Mary Agnes Zimmerman, July 2, 1949. Children: Jo Anne, Robert, Paula, Terry, Jane, Chris, Carol, Mary, Julie, Anne.