Raised in Garden Valley, Idaho; graduate of Salmon River High School, Riggins, Idaho; maintenance supervisor at Salmon River Joint School District; spent 10 years logging in Idaho, Utah, Oregon, and Washington; worked 15 years for family-owned sawmill and log home business; coached high school football, basketball, and track at Salmon River High School for 18 years; current member of the District III Basketball Officials Association; spouse: Susan, 29 years; four children: Charlie, Jimmy, Johnny, and Chevelle.