Background
Lear, Joe Bennett was born on May 1, 1933 in Sweet Springs, Missouri, United States. Son of Oscar Finley and Ethel Margaret (Bennett) Lear.
economics and management educator
Lear, Joe Bennett was born on May 1, 1933 in Sweet Springs, Missouri, United States. Son of Oscar Finley and Ethel Margaret (Bennett) Lear.
Associate of Arts, Santa Maria Junior College, 1953. Business and Community Engagement, University Omaha, 1964. Master of Science, University North Dakota, 1969.
Doctor of Philosophy, University California, Santa Barbara, 1985.
Commissioned United States Air Force, 1955, advanced through grades to lieutenant colonel, 1982, retired, 1980. Instructor economics, management Cuesta College California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, since 1980.
Member Retired Officers Association (president Center California Coast chapter since 1986).
Married Donna Marie Lybarger, February 9, 1957. Children: Diane R., Judith M.