- Born in Defuniak Springs, FL
- Graduated from Tivoli High School, Defuniak Springs, FL 1946
- Graduated from Florida A & M, University, $ FL State Univ.
- Taught at Tivoli High School, Defuniak Springs, FL 1956-1969
- Bureau Chief, Florida Department of Education 1987-1992
- FVA Hall of Fame
- Gallery of Distinction- Florida A & M University
- AVA Life Membership
- United States Army 1950-1952
- Adjunct Professor-Florida A & M University 1992-2001
- President Florida Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association
- Organized Florida Special Needs Association
