Darrel spent his childhood and young adult life in the western states so stepping out in the world with the US Navy as an Aircraft Maintenance Officer after graduating from college (Engineering) was quite an experience.
Following his stint with the Navy, he spent time in various managerial roles in companies designing and building consumer products (calculators, watches, and computers), military products (infrared sighting and guidance, missiles, and RADAR), and general aviation aircraft before a short stint consulting in modern manufacturing practices.
Darrel and his wife moved to Virginia over seven years ago to be closer to family and to enjoy shorter, warmer winters than those experienced in Colorado.
Pleased to be an original and active member of the Stand Firm Christian Church’s board, he is very comfortable serving God as part of an organization that welcomes everyone and teaches from the Bible without influence from our secular world.