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John William Halsema 1920 - 1975

John William Halsema of Jasper County, Indiana United States was born on November 8, 1920, and died at age 54 years old on January 15, 1975 in Indianapolis, Marion County.

John William Halsema

Jasper County, Indiana United States

November 8, 1920

Jasper County, Indiana, United States

January 15, 1975

Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States

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John William Halsema's History: 1920 - 1975

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Introduction

John William Halsema was born on November 8, 1920 in Jasper County, Indiana, USA to parents John/Jan Halsema (1889-1923) and Minnie Mary Eberle (1889-1983). He was one of 7 children in his family with siblings Marie, Martha, Lambert, Anna, Charles, and Louis Halsema. He was married to Aimee May Clayton (1923-) and they had three children together.
11/8

1920

Birthday

November 8, 1920

Birthdate

Jasper County, Indiana United States

Birthplace

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Ethnicity & Family History

He was white. His father John was born on June 27, 1889 in Texel, Noord-Holland, Netherlands and immigrated to the states arriving in New York on November 3, 1890. He passed away on January 24, 1923 in Lafayette Tippecanoe, Indiana, USA. His mother, Minnie Mary Eberle, was born in Indiana on May 19, 1889 and she passed away in February of 1983 in Morocco, Newton, Indiana, United States of America.
Nationality & Locations

John grew up in Rensselaer, Jasper, Indiana. He later resided in Indianapolis, Marion, Indiana, USA.
Early Life & Education

At the time of his enlistment, he had completed three years of high school.
Military Service

On April 22, 1941, John took a pivotal step by enlisting in the military. His enlistment took place at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, marking the beginning of his journey as a soldier. His service number, 35159539, uniquely identified him within the military system. John's enlistment saw him entering the Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA. This indicates that he was initially assigned to a non-specific branch, possibly awaiting further training or specialization. As part of the Selectees (Enlisted Men) component, John contributed to the larger effort of the military during a time when the world was undergoing significant changes due to World War II. The source of his enlistment is listed as "Civil Life," highlighting his transition from civilian life to military service. Physical attributes also played a role in John's military record. Standing at 69 inches tall (equivalent to 5 feet 9 inches) and weighing 123 pounds, these details were used to identify him and ensure his proper placement within the military.
Professional Career

He worked as a mechanic and repairman for motor vehicles.
01/15

1975

Death

January 15, 1975

Death date

Unknown
Cause of death

Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana United States
Death location

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