Bill was born in Las Vegas, Nevada and lived in California, Arkansas, Tennessee and Missouri before attending the University of Tennessee, where he received his degree in Chemical Engineering. His ...view moreBill was born in Las Vegas, Nevada and lived in California, Arkansas, Tennessee and Missouri before attending the University of Tennessee, where he received his degree in Chemical Engineering. His career included engineering and management positions for several Chemical Companies in the South and Midwest. Since retiring from his plant manager's position at a plant in Alabama, he has enjoyed his hobbies of woodworking, gardening, basket weaving and writing. He also volunteers his time to entertain senior citizen groups with his own unique stand-up comedy routines. Bill and Nancy, his wife of 54 years, have traveled extensively. They have four daughters, nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.view less