- Retired Duluth Public Schools 2005. Taught Social Studies 9 yrs. at Washington Jr., 3 yrs. in Dept. of Labor Project, 8 yrs. at Woodland Jr., 15 yrs. at Duluth East High School.
- Married 47 years to Sharon Ellison (Central '67)
- 2 Children, Brian (46), Kelly (42)
- 5 Grandchildren, Ages 8 to 19
- Have taught Adult Basic Skills at St. Louis County Jail past 9 years (part-time)
- Hobbies include a variety of sports, golf, grandkids activities, and spring in Arizona.