title: Harry F. Franke Jr.
text: # Harry F. Franke Jr.
  
  Harry F. Franke Jr. (1922-2012) was a politician in Wisconsin.
  
  ## Biography
  
  Franke was born on October 13, 1922, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. During World War II, he served with the United States Army. Franke received his bachelor's degree from Marquette University and his law degree from University of Wisconsin–Madison. After his legislative service, he practiced law and was a lobbyist. He died on February 4, 2012, in Mequon, Wisconsin.
  
  ## Political career
  
  Franke was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate from 1953 to 1956. Previously, he was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly in 1950. He was a Republican.
  
  