Background
Rooney, William Richard was born on March 12, 1938 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Son of William Richard and Bernadette (Huether) Rooney.
Rooney, William Richard was born on March 12, 1938 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Son of William Richard and Bernadette (Huether) Rooney.
Bachelor of Science in English, St. Peter's College, Jersey City, 1959.
Assistant, then associate editor, Marine Engineering/Log magazine, New York City, 1960-1964; associate editor, Outdoor Life magazine, New York City, 1964-1972; managing editor, Outdoor Life magazine, New York City, 1972-1976; senior editor, Outdoor Life magazine, New York City, 1976-1977; editor articles, Sports Afield annual outdoor magazines, 1983-1990; editor, American Forests magazine, Washington, 1977-1995; vice president for publications, American Forests magazine, Washington, 1991-1995; book editor, Safari Press, since 1996; managing editor, American Guardian magazine, Fairfax, Virginia, since 1997; managing editor, American Hunter magazine, Fairfax, since 1997.
With Army of the United States, 1959-1960. Member Outdoor Writers Association American.
Married Rita Ann Scherer, July 20, 1963. Children: Karen, Kevin, Brian, Kristin.