Born: October 10, 1945 in Hancock
Marital Status: Married
Spouse/Partner: Sharon
Children: 6 children and 7 grandchildren
Education: Bachelor's degree from Northern Michigan University (1967), graduate of Hancock High School
Employment/Military Record: Real estate developer and 38 years as a State Farm Insurance Agent
Community Activities: Finlandia University Board of Trustees, Keweenaw Convention and Visitors Bureau Board Member and President of the Keweenaw Trail Services.
Religion: Member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Hancock