- Born in Panasoffkee, Fl.
- Graduated from Bushnell High School, Bushnell, Fl. 1943
- Graduated from University of Florida, Furman and University of Alabama
- Taught at Lake Butler High School, Lake Butler, Fl. 1942-1952
- Taught at Cross City High School, Cross City, Fl. 1952-1954
- Taught at Lawtey Jr. High School, Lawtey, Fl. 1954-1960
- Taught at Lake Weir High School, Summerfield, Fl. 1960-1966
- Assistant Principal at Lake Weir High School 1966-1968
- Principal at Belleview Santos Middle School 1968-1978
- Farm Operator in the 1950’s
- Developed a plant nursery since retirement