Randy was born in Abilene TX in 1955. He eventually moved to Poteau in 1974 after graduating from Lincoln Tech in Dallas TX. He started his own automotive business in 1976, which he still manages today.

He Married Mindi Mia in 1981, has 2 grown children Miranda & Cody, with 4 grandsons.

Appointed a deacon around 30 years ago & then appointed an elder about 2012. He really enjoys helping with the connect groups, managing the coffee bar & visiting the sick & affected.