Hometown

Hannibal, MO

Current P.R.

1:29 Jun / 3:11 Sept

Typical pace

7:20s

Number of marathons

6

Occupation

Retired Air Force

Favorite marathon

Mayor’s Marathon

Hobbies

Hiking/Camping/Running/Family

Favorite Running Food

Honey Stinger

What are you reading now?

The Alienist

Who do you train with?

Road Warriors (Friends)

Personal goals

Run an Ultra. 

Outrun my grandchildren at any distance.

Inspire people to live full and complete lives.

A quotation you like…

All it takes is all you’ve got.

Never, never, never give up.

Why do you run?

I like the sense of freedom it gives me.  I run to learn and to live.

Describe your best marathon memory.

I ran the Mayor’s marathon in Anchorage Alaska with Team in Training to raise money for LLS.  I did it in memory of two family members who had passed away from cancer.  They were with me throughout the marathon.  The course offered the most beautiful scenery of any marathon I’ve run.  I ran mostly alone.  I did not PR, but the peace I found was just as rewarding.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

I am a fun, positive, confident runner.  I will make your goal my goal.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Believe in your training.  Remind yourself that this is the reward your hard work led you to.  Relax and go steady.