Personal
Personal Background
Born February 6, 1948 in Kokomo, IN
Graduated from Kokomo High School 1966
Graduated from Indiana University 1970, Bachelor of Science Degree
In Business Management Administration
Social Fraternity Affiliation – Alpha Tau Omega, initiated 1966, Life Loyal Tau
Captain, AR, United States Army Reserves (USAR) 1970 – 1983, Honorable Discharge in 1983
Employed at Ryke’s Dept Store as sales manager in Dayton, OHIO (1970 – 1974)
Managed Family Owned Jewelry Store, Kokomo, IN (1974-1984)
Agent with American United Life, Kokomo, IN (1985-1987)
Became Agent with Northwestern Mutual in Kalamazoo, MI in 1987
Resident of Kalamazoo, MI since 1986
Married Cheryl K. Allen in 1986
Two adopted children: Gina Grable of San Diego, CA, married to Aaron
James Briney of Kokomo, IN, married to Melissa
Two step children: Emilie Allen of Chicago, IL
David Allen of Portage, MI, married to Audrey
Six grand children: Jack and Anna Grable of San Diego, CA
Grace and Eleanor Briney of Kokomo, IN
Kaylee and Dean Allen of Portage, MI
Hobbies: Shotgun Sports
Hunting and Fishing
Fitness
Hiking
Special Interests: Bible Study
United States History, especially Civil War Era
Advocate for Disabled Fraternity Brother
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