Norman O. Tietjens

Norman Orwig Tietjens (July 3, 1903 – September 2, 1983) was a judge of the United States Tax Court from 1950 to 1971.

Early life, education, and career Born in Napoleon, Ohio, Tietjens attended public schools in Napoleon, Tietjens took the oath of office on August 30, 1950, and was reappointed for succeeding term by President John F. Kennedy on June 2, 1962. From July 1, 1961 to June 30, 1967, Tietjens was Chief Judge of the Tax Court, having been elected by his fellow Judges for three consecutive terms. Initial plans for a courthouse for the body began during his tenure as Chief Judge. He retired on June 1, 1971, but was recalled to perform further judicial duties on June 2, 1971.

Personal life and death In 1936, Tietjens married Lucretia Larkin, affectionately known as "Cre". They had two daughters, Corinne and Anne. Cre died sixteen months before Tietjens, who suffered from the loss and from failing health for the remainder of his life.

Tietjens died at the age of 80.