He was born on January 5, 1939 in Austin, attended Austin High School, the University of Texas at Austin, and the University of Texas School of Law. He served in the U.S. Air Force, and was president of the Bachelors Club of Austin and a member of the Admirals Club.
He is survived by his two children Martha and Charlie, and his two grandsons Sam and Hudson.
A memorial service will be held at 11am on Monday, December 20th at Covenant Presbyterian Church.