Father of 3; grand father of 5. Graduate of North Charleston High School, of the US Air Force Academy, and the University of the Philippines. Served military duty a total of 28 years attaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel with full retirement privileges. International Airline Captain 34 years. Retired from Flying. Musician playing trumpet, baritone, euphonium, electric bass. Attained position of drum major in the high school band. Current income tax practitioner in the USA.