Born in Chatsworth IL
October 26, 1945 and grew up on the family farm.
Joined the USAF Sep 27, 1965 and served 20 years as a Munitions Maintenance Specialist. Served three tours in Vietnam/Thailand, one tour as a technical instructor and two tours at RAF Lakenheath England. After retiring from the Air Force in England my wife and I ran a sub-post office and general store for seven years before returning to Abingdon, MD. Worked for US Airways Express at BWI before my wife and I moved to Rehoboth Beach in 1998. I was transferred to the Salisbury Regional Airport as the Customer Service Manager for US Airways Express and held that position for 13 years. I have been a member of the American Legion and Post 5 for 12 years and will continue to volunteer my time in support of the Post and its members.