John C. Zimmerman Sr.
John C. Zimmerman Sr. (May 12, 1835 – October 26, 1935) was a Michigan politician.[1][2]
John C. Zimmerman Sr. | |
|---|---|
| 36th Mayor of the City of Flint, Michigan | |
| In office 1895–1896 | |
| Preceded by | Arthur C. McCall |
| Succeeded by | Samuel C. Randall[1][2] |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 12, 1835 Free City of Frankfurt |
| Died | October 26, 1935 (aged 100) |
| Resting place | Glenwood Cemetery, Flint |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Dietz |
| Children | John C. Jr. |
| Occupation | brickmason, merchant[3] |
Early life
Zimmerman was born on May 12, 1835, in Free City of Frankfurt. Zimmerman emigrated to the United States of America around 1853.[4]
Political life
John C. Zimmerman Sr.'s son, Genesee County Sheriff John C. Zimmerman Jr.
He was elected as the Mayor of the City of Flint in 1895 for a single 1-year term.[1][3]
Personal life
John C. Zimmerman Sr. was married to Elizabeth Dietz.[3] Together, they had seven children. Their second child, John C. Zimmerman Jr., would later serve as sheriff of Genesee County, Michigan.[4]
Post-political life
He was buried at Glenwood Cemetery, Flint, after his death on October 26, 1935.[3]
References
- "Chapter XIII: Roster of City Officials". History of Genesee County, Michigan, Her People, Industries and Institutions. Michigan Historical Commission. 1916. Retrieved 2009-02-06.
- "List of Flint City Mayors". Political Graveyards.com. Lawrence (Larry) Kestenbaum. Retrieved 2009-02-09.
- "Index to Politicians: Zimmerman – Zimmerman, John C. Sr. Entry". Political Graveyards.com. Lawrence (Larry) Kestenbaum. Retrieved 2009-03-03.
- Bowen, B. F. (1908). Biographical history of Genesee County. Internet Archive.
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