Bill was born in West Virginia, moved to Texas at age 12, and has lived in West Texas and the Gulf Coast.  Bill has served as an elder for the Clear Lake Church of Christ for 25 years.  He and his wife, Caron, have been married for 49 years.  They have two children.  Their son, Craig, and his family live in Flower Mound, Texas, and their daughter, Cathy Locke, and her family live in Franklin, Tennessee. Bill and Caron have four grandchildren. 

Bill  received his undergraduate degree from Abilene Christian University and a Masters Degree from the University of Houston. He taught and worked in various administrative positions in Texas Public Schools.  He retired from public education and currently works as an consultant in public education.

Bill states that the professors and environment at Abilene Christian University were the most influential factors in his spiritual life.  He was profoundly influenced by God-loving people who took a personal interest in his mental and spiritual development.  He sees God working in this congregation as he observes the spiritual development of members through their prayer life, worship, and ministries.  He currently teaches a Bible class for new members and is encouraged as he observes their growth in the knowledge of God’s Word.  Bill sees a great future for the church as more people come to understand the need for God in their lives.  Parents have a great desire for their children to grow up knowing God and His plan for all mankind.