Victor R. Steeh

Victor R. Steeh (May 8, 1923 – August 8, 2007) was a Michigan politician.

Victor R. Steeh
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
from the 75th district
In office
January 13, 1965 – December 31, 1966
Preceded byDistrict established
Succeeded byJames S. Nunneley
Personal details
Born(1923-05-08)May 8, 1923
Michigan
DiedAugust 8, 2007(2007-08-08) (aged 84)
Michigan
Political partyDemocratic
Alma materWayne State University
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Army
Battles/warsWorld War II

Early life and education

Victor was born on May 8, 1923 in Michigan to parents Caram and Dora Steeh.[1] Victor attended Castle Heights Military Academy, Eastern Michigan University, and Western Michigan University. Victor earned a B.S. in business administration from Wayne State University.[2]

Military career

Steeh served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II.[1]

Career

Steeh was an insurance salesman.[3] On November 4, 1964, Steeh was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the 75th district from January 13, 1965 to December 31, 1966.[2] On November 8, 1966, Steeh was defeated in his attempt for re-election by James S. Nunneley.[4] Steeh would run for this seat in the state house five more times, in the years 1967, 1970, 1972, 1976, and 1982.[5]

Personal life

Victor lived in Mount Clemens, Michigan.[3] Victor was married to Elsie M. Steeh. Together, they had two children.[2] He was the brother of fellow state legislator, George C. Steeh.[1] Victor was a member of AMVETS and the Disabled American Veterans. Victor was Episcopalian.[5]

Death

Steeh died on August 8, 2007 in Michigan. He was interred in Clinton Grove Cemetery.[1]

References
  1. "Victor R. Steeh Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved December 30, 2020.
  2. "Legislator Details - Victor R. Steeh". Library of Michigan. Retrieved December 30, 2020.
  3. "House Photos and Biographies, 1965-1966" (PDF). Michigan Legislature. Retrieved December 30, 2020.
  4. Michigan (1969). Michigan manual. 1967/1968 – via HathiTrust.
  5. "Stebe to Steel". Political Graveyard. Retrieved December 30, 2020.
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