Appointed to Nebraska Legislature: Oct. 7, 2011, to replace Dave Pankonin, who resigned.

Born July 12, 1950 in Omaha.

Education: Graduate of Nehawka High School, 1968; attended Wayne State College and the
University of Omaha.

Family: Married Patty Long, Oct. 3, 1992.

Occupation: Auto sales consultant.

Former: Plattsmouth mayor; sales representative; ironworker; construction foreman.

Member: First Presbyterian Church, Masonic Lodge #6.

Former member: Plattsmouth City Council.