Born: December 12, 1948 in Paragould, Arkansas
Marital Status: Married
Spouse/Partner: Linda
Children: Jason, Jennifer, Jessica / River, Laken, Emma
Education: Atherton High School, Burton, MI; BA in American History, U of M Flint
Employment/Military Record: SBC Phone Co. 31 yrs, retired., Army 2 yrs. Vietnam-era, MI National guard 6 yrs.(military police)
Community Activities: IMA Children's Assoc. Board of Directors
Religion: Baptist