Background
Toler, James Larkin was born on February 21, 1935 in Plano, Texas, United States. Son of Allen Berryman and Ruth Olivia (Back) Toler.
Toler, James Larkin was born on February 21, 1935 in Plano, Texas, United States. Son of Allen Berryman and Ruth Olivia (Back) Toler.
Bachelor of Arts, Baylor University, 1957; Master of Arts, East Texas State University, 1962.
Teacher, Dallas Public Schools, 1957-1959; Teacher, Highland Park Schools, Dallas, 1959-1962; Teacher, Garland (Texas) Public Schools, 1962-1964; president, Jim Toler & Company, Garland, since 1963. Former Chairman of the Board Century Bank & Trust Company of Garland.
President Garland Homebuilders. Mayor, City of Garland, 1966-1970. Board directors Garland Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Board regents East Texas State University, since 1983. Delegate National Democratic Convention, 1968. Member Garland Chamber of Commerce (president 1972, Tall Texan award) Lodges: Civitan.
Married Sarah Ruth Baker, June 25, 1955. Children– Amy Ruth, James Larkin Junior, Tobin Daniel, Nancy Jane.