- Born in Jasper, Alabama
- Graduated from Snead High School, Snead, Fl. 1939
- Graduated from Auburn University 1939-43
- Graduated from University of Fl. 1965-1967
- Taught at Turkey Creek High School, Turkey Creek, Fl. 1949-1967
- Supervisor of Agriculture, Hillsborough County School Board 1967-1979
- Florida Agriculture Hall of Fame
- Florida Vocational Association Hall of Fame
- Honorary State FFA Degree
- Fl. Strawberry Growers Association Hall of Fame
- Kiwanis Club Member for 20 Years
- Plant City Chamber of Commerce Agriculturalist of the Year
- Died 3-31-96