1. In what town do you live, and how long have you lived in Hendricks County?
Nettsie and I live in southern Guilford Township (Mooresville address) between Plainfield and Mooresville in an unincorporated area. We have lived in this location for about 25 years and have lived in Hendricks County for around 38 years.
2. Describe your immediate family to us.
My wife Nettsie and I have been happily married since 1985. We have four children that all graduated from Plainfield Schools – Craig, Wade, Michael, and Mary.
3. Does your family identify with a certain faith, and if so, can you tell us more about
the traditions in your faith?
Nettsie and I attend Plainfield Christian Church and have for many years. We are involved in Sunday School, small groups, bible study, and other activities associated with the Church. We believe it is hugely important to be involved, not only in Church, but in the community. We enjoy building relationships with all of those that we come in contact with, and we each are involved in several local organizations.
4. Describe your perfect family outing.
The perfect family outing is getting together and spending time playing games, listening to music, hiking, having a bonfire, eating together, and just enjoying each other’s company.
5. What is your favorite family tradition?
For over 30 years we have celebrated Christmas for a weekend at Whitewater State Park, renting cabins with the Banning family, decorating a small Christmas tree, eating, hiking, having a white elephant gift exchange, and spending time with the cousins.
6. What are three words to describe the reasons you choose to live in Hendricks
County?
It is home!
7. Ask your youngest child (or spouse or sibling) to describe you.
Mary said, “My dad is a generous and gracious leader. If you’ve ever been his client, you know he will fight for you and your project. He’s a connector and uses his connections to build stronger communities and partnerships among people. He’s passionate about helping communities and doesn’t work for the money. He’s a 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s music lover. You won’t find him anywhere in silence; his phone always blasts a hit. He loves wandering. His brain is a map, and he’d rather take the back roads. He’ll wander anywhere but prefers the tucked-away unknown Indiana nature preserves, small towns, and hole-in-the-wall restaurants. He’s a follower of Christ, and that sets the tone for every personal, family, and business decision he makes. He’s passionate about his work but knows when to put it aside for the day—through all the years of building Banning Engineering, he never missed a family gathering, game, activity, or life event.
