Born: February 10, 1934, Memphis, TN
Died: September 7, 2004 (age 70 years), Jackson, MS
Spouse: Ann Creson (m. 2000) and Pat Fordice (m. 1955–1999)
Education: Purdue University and Memphis East T-STEM Academy High School
Party: Republican Party
Descendants: Jim Fordice, Dan Fordice, Hunter Fordice, and more
Previous office: Governor of Mississippi (1992–2000)