Birth: December 27, 1950, Elkhart. Parents: Henry and Bonnie Parmenter. Education: Graduated from North Polk H.S.; B.S., political science, Iowa State University; law degree, Drake University. Spouse: Kathy. Children: 3 daughters, Traci, Kelly and Elizabeth. Grandchildren: 1. Profession and Activities: Attorney. Member: Iowa State Bar Association; Story County Bar Association (past president); Trinity United Methodist Church. Avid Iowa State fan. Term: First.