Family
Carl’s wife, Puffy, is a retired associate school psychologist. They have four children all of whom graduated from Abilene Christian University. Carla, her husband, Chris, and 3 sons live in New Jersey; Terri, her husband, Art, two daughters and one son live in Virginia; Jenni, her husband, John, 2 sons and one daughter live in Southlake, TX; Paul, his wife, Nicci, and daughter, Mia, live in California. "These 10 grandchildren bring a special joy to both of us."

Career
Carl practiced as a Pediatric Dentist, in Wichita Falls, for 34 years before retiring in Clifton in 1992.

Special Interests
Experiences at Edgemere Church of Christ: educational director for six years; deacon for 17 years; elder for 14 years;  Bible School teacher, teaching all grade levels from 5th grade to adults.

A "fill-in" minister for small congregations in Wichita and Bosque counties.

Served on the Wichita Falls Independent School Board for 14 years, and as Vice-President for four years.

Member of the Downtown Rotary Club in Wichita Falls, serving on the Board of Directors.

Member of the Bosque County Rotary Club.

Education
Breckenridge High School, San Antonio; Abilene Christian College; University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston; two years in the United States Air Force, in Aurora, CO; seven years in the United States Air Force Reserve, resigning as a Lieutenant Colonel.

How long have you been at the Clifton Church of Christ?
We have been at the church since July 1992, and I have served as an elder since 1994.

What do you like most about the Clifton Church of Christ?
We are a church family spanning at least four generations serving the Lord in a spirit of harmony.

What is your dream for the Clifton Church of Christ?
That we, as a church family, may see souls instead of just people; that we recognize and nourish the potential of each individual, and together we bring glory to God.