Representative Janet S. Metcalf View All Years

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Compiled Historical Information
Date of Death: 3/9/2025
Party Affiliation: Republican
Assemblies Served:
House: 71 (1985) - 79 (2001)
Home County: Polk
Janet S. Metcalf
Polk County
Born in Des Moines, December 31, 1935, daughter of Frank and Manda De Puydt. Graduated from Roosevelt High School in Des Moines 1954. Attended Grinnell College 1 year, received B.S. degree Iowa State 1958. Married Donald B. Metcalf 1958. One son, Douglas, one daughter, Carolyn. Former owner retail business 1965-1983. Member St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, League of Women Voters, Iowa Women's Political Caucus. First Term.