Background
Karras, Nolan Eldon was born on December 30, 1944 in Ogden, Utah, United States. Son of Orien John and Afton Elaine (Green) Karras.
Karras, Nolan Eldon was born on December 30, 1944 in Ogden, Utah, United States. Son of Orien John and Afton Elaine (Green) Karras.
Bachelor of Science, Weber State University, 1970. Master of Business Administration, University Utah, 1970. HHD (honorary), College of E. Utah, 1990.
Accountant, Arthur Andersen & Company, Denver, 1970-1972; accountant, Peat, Marwick & Mitchell, Salt Lake City, 1972-1975; accountant, Schmitt, Griffiths & Smith, Ogden, 1975-1979; finance vice president, Jack B. Parson Companies, Ogden, 1979-1993; registered representative, Investment Management & Research, Roy, Utah., since 1985; president, Superior Air Handling Corporation, Cldarfield, Utah., 1990-1991. Board directors Pacificorp, Utah Power & Light.
People can get salvation through the grace of God, but also through their own actions. Part of the work of salvation has been done through the redemption of Jesus Christ. However, people have to work hard in order to attain the full quality of eternal life.
Member Utah House of Representatives, Salt Lake City, 1981-1990, majority leade, 1987-1988, speaker, 1989-1990. Advisory om. Salt Lake City Olympic Bid Committee, 1989-1990. With United States Army Reserve, 1963-1969.
Member American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Public Service award 1987), Utah Association of Certified Public Accountants (Distinguished Service award 1987), Ogden/Weber C. of Chamber (board directors 1989-1993).
Married Lynda Francel Purrington, November 22, 1967. Children: Brett N., Jodie Lynn, Darrin O.