Candidate Biography (submitted by candidate):

I graduated from Old Dominion University, 1971 and did some graduate studies at UNC-CH. I have lived in Rocky Mount for almost 30 years. I am married to a retired Nash County school teacher, have six grown children and eleven grandchildren. Our children attended Nash County schools or Nash Community College as well as several North Carolina colleges. We attend Englewood United Methodist Church and I am active with several civic groups including the Retirees Club of Nash healthcare Systems and My Sisters House.

I worked in healthcare for over 30 years, retiring from Nash Healthcare Systems in 2007. I gained vast experience in budgeting, planning, staff management and working with North Carolinians from all walks of life. I have long had an interest in government. I want to contribute to the sound fiscal management of Nash County while still keeping a pro-business climate. I will support healthy families and quality education for all citizens of Nash County. Finally, I will work hard to bring more jobs to the citizens of Nash County. I am recently retired and have the time to devote to our fine county. I hope to get the opportunity to do just that.