Don LyonsDon Lyons was born and raised in Peoria, Illinois. He is the third child of seven. He graduated from Manual High School located in Peoria, Illinois. Later in life, Don attended Illinois Central College and obtained his associate degree in special eduation. He then transferred to Bradley University in Peoria. Don worked for the local school district in Peoria as a special education teacher assistant while pursuing his teacher credentials. Don retired after 16 years of faithful service to his students. Don has adopted five children, and during his 25 years as a foster parent, he fostered over 100 children. Read More Read Less