Background
Jones, Parris Albert was born on November 4, 1948 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Parris Albert Senior and Gertrude Irene (Franklin) Jones.
Jones, Parris Albert was born on November 4, 1948 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Parris Albert Senior and Gertrude Irene (Franklin) Jones.
Student, Pennsylvania State University, 1968. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Geneva College, 1973. Postgraduate, Ohio State University, 1975.
Programmer Nationwide Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio, 1973-1977. Programmer/analyst United Service Automobile Association, San Antonio, 1977. Project leader Gold Circle Department Stores, Columbus, 1977-1978.
Senior systems analyst Professional Technology, Inc., Southfield, Michigan, 1978-1979. Project supervisor Upjohn Company, Kalamazoo, since 1979.
Fellow International Betta Congress (treasurer 1982-1987, president since 1987, International Grand Champion 1983, 84, Betta Person of Year 1983).
Married Daisy Jean Allen, November 2, 1969. Children: Tyrone Phillip, LaShawn Marie, Yolanda Marie.