My brothers and sisters from 1st to last are Lowry, Bob, Mary Ann, Mike, Debbie, (then me) and lastly my little sister Janice, who was born on my Dad's 40th birthday. With a span of approximately 20 years from first born to last, my parents were kept quite busy all their life. With numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren now, every holiday get-together is a major undertaking.

Backing up a bit again, we moved out into the countryside when I was about 10 years into a new house only 4 houses from where I live today. Growing up I spent a lot of my time in the nearby woods and fields which is probably why I have such a love for the outdoors and hunting. Also at an early age, I began developing my passion for art of all kinds and started to hone my skills as an artist.

Moving on
I graduated from Lakewood High School in 1979 and immediately began working the following week at my first job, a local printing company. This began my 25 year journey through learning the printing industry and eventually graphic design.

On September 17th, 1993 I married my lovely wife Linda who was from Columbus. At that time, I sold my house and Linda and I moved here into our current home only a few doors down from my parents, where I grew up. Almost 10 years later, my parents moved across town to a new Condo, so they left the neighborhood to our watch. Linda's parents, George and Pat Buzby, lived in Ocala, Florida until recently moving back here to live in Newark.

Linda and I in Florida during our dating years

Linda has an older brother, George, and a younger brother and sister, Chuck and Cheryl, who are twins. They all live within an hour's drive from us.

Linda and I were never blessed with children but we did raise our little sweetheart "Misty", a 13" beagle for 14 years before she passed away. Being an "only child" she was quite spoiled and it was very difficult for us when we lost her. One day we hope to get a new dog, but for now our lives have become too busy and complicated.