Born: June 20, 1960
From: Litchfield, IL
Position: Pianist and the “house Keeper” for the bus.
Hobbies: Studying the bible, writing songs and playing golf.
Family: My family consists of my wife Laura, daughters Britney and Glorianna, son Brandon (with God 4-2-09), and grand daughter Taylor Grace.
What do you like about traveling? I love sharing the Lord with people, seeing the beauty of God’s creation in different places, studying, writing and playing different golf courses across the country.
What to you dislike about traveling? The toughest thing for me about traveling is when I am really sick and missing time with my family.
Some Of The Favs!
Favorite place to eat: Ryan’s and golden Corral buffets, and try to eat healthy with my wife.
Favorite group: Rambo’s, Goodman’s, Hinson’s, Cathedrals, Dove Brothers, Singing Americans, DMB Band, Petra, Archers, Gaither Vocal Band, and many others.
Favorite Singers: Michael English, Kim Hopper, Jason Crabb, Steve Archer, Celine Dion and Dolly Parton.
Favorite Musician: Lari Goss, Dino Kartsonakis, Anthony Burger, Hargus “Pig” Robbins, Roger Williams, Bruce Hornsby, Harry Connick Jr., Chick Corea.
Favorite Songs: Who Am I, I Will Always Love You, Until You’ve Known the Love Of God, I Just want To Make A Difference, Boulevard In Heaven
Favorite Food: American, Italian and Mexican is fine as long as it is just meat, cheese and preferably no vegetables unless it’s green beans, corn or potatoes.
Favorite Snack: Chocolate!!!!
Favorite pet: Dogs.
Favorite store: Steinway Piano stores, Wal-Mart and consignment stores like the Good Samaritan.
Favorite cologne: Cool Water. Who can afford that stuff?!
Favorite Sport: All.
Favorite Team: Lakers and Bulls with Michael Jordan are my all time favs. Football – Minnesota Vikings. Baseball – St. Louis Cardinals. Hockey – St. Louis Blues. College Basketball – UNC Tarheels.
Favorite Season: Spring and Fall. Not to hot and not to cold.
Favorite Color: Bright happy colors. Red, Blue and Yellow.
Favorite Scripture: Philippians 1:21; Philippians 3:10; Philippians 4:13, 19 and any other scripture when the spirit quickens it.
Who has inspired you in your life? My father, who showed me a real love for Jesus by proving it in his actions and told me not to rely on traditions or merely because he or the church said something about truth to believe it. He said to be like Bereaus. To see if what they said was the truth. Study to show thyself approved unto god… 1 Timothy 3:15-16. My wife for showing me how to rightly divide the word of God and God for giving me the desire for his word and his love for people. My Mother for showing me consistant strength in the face of adversity.
What other talents do you have? My old boss J.D. Sumner said I couldn’t do nothing but play the piano, eat and play chess. So I guess that about sums it up except my wife says I am great at taking care of our grandbaby!
What are your pet peeves? People who are lazy and people who complain and feel sorry for themselves.
If you were not in the music industry, what would you be doing? I would be in a ministry. Bible teaching and writing Christian books.
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