Born September 7, 1974 in Noblesville, Indiana. Raised in Cicero. Was a ten year member in 4-H. Was also in Boy Scouts and received the Eagle Scout award with gold, silver and bronze palms. Attended Hamilton Heights and graduated in 1993. Attended Ivy Tech state College and graduated with an associate’s in engineering in 1997. Married Lady Julie on April 26,1997 and had two girls Anna and Tia. Did American Rendezvous re-enacting and Civil War re-enacting for over 25 years with both infantry and artillery units.
Masonic journey:
Initiated as an Entered Apprentice November 12, 2015 at Austin lodge in Tipton, Indiana. Made a fellow craft February 25, 2016. Raised to master Mason on March 1, 2016. Served as worshipful master in 2021 and received the Grand Masters award for that year. Initiated to the Yorkrite on May 5, 2018. Joined Yorkrite college in April of 2019. Was a member of Tipton Commandery U.D. until closing. Transferred to Kokomo Yorkrite. Served as Kokomo’s Illustrious master 2022. Eminent Commander in 2023, 2024, 2025. High Priest in 2025. Is a dual member of Raper Commandary #1 and Lawrence V. Kandinsky Commandary of research. Received the Distinguished service award December 2024. Look forward to serving the Sir Knights of Indiana.
