Representative Williamson Sylvester Stuckey

Williamson Sylvester Stuckey served as a Representative from Georgia in the United States Congress from 1967 to 1977. A member of the Democratic Party, Williamson Sylvester Stuckey contributed to the legislative process during 5 terms in office.

Williamson Sylvester Stuckey’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Williamson Sylvester Stuckey participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Williamson Sylvester Stuckey Jr. (born May 25, 1935) is an American former businessman and politician from the U.S. state of Georgia who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1967 to 1977. He is a member of the Democratic Party. His father, W. S. Stuckey Sr., founded the Stuckey’s chain of gift shops, of which Stuckey Jr. became president and CEO in 1985. He retired in 2019 and his daughter Stephanie Stuckey took over as President and CEO of the company. Born in Eastman, Georgia, Stuckey graduated from Woodward Academy in 1952. He earned a B.B.A. in 1956 and a LL.B. in 1959, both from the University of Georgia. He was president of his family’s various business holdings, including Stuckey’s Stores, Stuckey Pecan Company, Stuckey Investments, and Stuckey Timberlands. He was elected as a Democrat to the 90th United States Congress and to the four succeeding Congresses (January 3, 1967 – January 3, 1977). He was not a candidate for reelection in 1976.