- Born Sept. 2, 1920, in Holmes County, Fl.
- Graduated from Leonia High School, Holmes County, Fl. 1939
- Graduated from University of Florida with BSA & MA
- Taught at Poplar Springs 1946-1947
- Taught at Ft. White/Mason City-Columbia County 1948-1953
- Principal Columbia County 1953-1956
- Superintendent of Schools Columbia County 1956-1968
- Assistant Superintendent -Personnel-Duval Co. Schools 1968-1978
- Lake City Community College named building in my honor
- Chairman, Florida Retired Educators Association
- Legislative Committee-Lobbied successfully for health insurance subsidy and permanent 3% annual raise for Fl. Retirement System
- Died Feb. 26, 2011