Background
Elder, John Blanton was born on December 27, 1926 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Son of Arthur Blanton and Inez (Staub) Elder.
Elder, John Blanton was born on December 27, 1926 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Son of Arthur Blanton and Inez (Staub) Elder.
Bachelor of Science, University Texas, 1946. Master of Divinity, Austin Seminary, 1951. Master of Arts, University Texas, 1966.
Doctor of Philosophy, University Houston, 1974.
Pastor Presbyterian churches, various locations, 1951-1969. Lecturer University Maryland, College Park, 1976-1988. Clinical psychologist Veterans Administration Medical Center, Grand Island, Nebraska, 1989-1990.
Clinical director Department of Army, Fort Hood, Texas, 1990-1991. Private practice Georgetown, from 1991. Minister Leander (Texas) Presbyterian Church, 1994-1998.
Organizing minister Presbyterian Church, Sun City Georgetown, Texas.
Moderator Brazos Presbytery, Houston, 1969. Board directors Nebraskans for Indiana Living, 1989. Lieutenant (junior grade) United States Navy, 1944-1947.
Member American Psychological Association.
Married Jeanine Copeland, June 9, 1950 (divorced 1971). Children: Nancy, Arthur, Jeanne. Married Thersia Dost, September 21, 1974.
1 child, John Eric.