Born: March 9, 1942 in Zeeland
 
                                Marital Status: Married
                            
                                Spouse/Partner: Dorothy
                            
                                Children: Pam, Brian
                            
                                Education: Graduate of Grand Rapids Central High School
                            
                                Employment/Military Record: Radio business broadcaster and station manager
                            
                                Community Activities: Member of Davenport University Board of Trustees, Michigan Special Olympics, Huron County Republican Party, Free Methodist Church Club, Rotary Club
                            
                                Religion: Free Methodist