Born: in November 5, 1940 in Ogemaw
Marital Status: Married
Children: wife, Lori; four children
Education: Bachelor's degree in agriculture at Michigan State University
Employment/Military Record: Farmer, sales manager for John Deere dealership, associate broker with Century 21 Horizon Realty
Community Activities: Active in Ducks Unlimited, National Rifle Association, Michigan United Conservation Clubs, Quality Deer Management Association and Rifle River Review Board