During my Army service, we had 2 daughters, Julie (in 1967) and Corinne (in 1969). They have been the joy of our lives, and both reside now in Oregon after graduating from Corban College in Salem. They are married and have given us 7 beautiful grandchildren. For the past 37 years, I have been a pet animal veterinary practitioner and currently own a pet animal veterinary clinic in Airway Heights. Jo Ann and I have been involved in many areas of church ministry, and I was on the elder board when we elected to re-name our church New Hope Bible Church and re-locate to the Spokane Valley in 1999.

In addition to serving as an elder, I also lead a home group and am a helper in the Children's Ministry on Sunday mornings. I also enjoy music and drama ministries when the opportunities arise. The focus of my ministry has been to provide spiritual leadership and guidance to our congregation, to serve them in any way I can, and to support our Pastors to the best of my ability.