My Occupation: Self-employed Data Systems Analyst. My current work is with the Department of Education for the State of MI, helping with the collection and reporting of Early On data.
Background at URC: I came to Michigan State University as an undergrad, met former pastor Tom Stark, met the Lord, met my wife, and stayed. We have served at various times at URC as Church Secretary (Diane), Bookkeeper (before computers), Children’s Church Coordinators, Youth Group Leaders, Growth Group Leaders, Deacon and Elder (Allan).
About Me / My Family:
My wife, Diane, is an Instructional Coach in the Lansing School District. We have two kids and three grandkids. Our daughter Linnea, is the Records Information Specialist at Lansing Community College. Our son Jesse, is a Data Steward at the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) in Lansing. Jesse’s wife, Amber, is a part-time teacher and full-time stay-at-home mom for our three grandkids (Molly, David and Tenley) who call me Zoomer. Diane and I have siblings in Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, and Missouri.