Born: 10/27/1930
Place of birth: Anniston, Missouri USA.
History: I was born in the small town of Anniston, Missouri on October 27, 1930. My family migrated to Prescott, Arizona in 1936 where I grew up and went to school. I left home and school at the ripe old age of 15 and went to work for the Western Union Telegraph Company.Because of WW2 full grown men were in shot supply during those years so kids, like me, filled the gap. (Kids doing a mans job if you will). I met my wife Miss Darlene Elizabeth Cosman when I was only 17 and she was 15. We courted and were married 2 days after she graduated from Huntington Park California High School. That was 57 years ago. We raised two children. We didn't retire. We like to say we quit work in 1988. We still work but only because we want to, not because we have to. Darlene (Dolly) is the worlds greatest wife, lover, friend, housekeeper and cook. I waste my time writing and performing country music. I have recorded an album of songs (all original) which I call "This Man Loves Country". It has been on the market for some time now and I am happy to say has done quite well. I also enjoy writing poetry on all subjects and I am also happy to report that my first novel is in the process of being released by my publisher. "Publish America". It is a great thrill to see my name on a published work. I have only just learned about "My Space" and am still trying to learn my way around. When I learn how I hope to post some of my work for any and all to see and I hope to enjoy. Dolly and I presently live in Medford, Oregon.
Bill Tope - July 8, 2006
Influence: By all the great Country & Western Stars that have come before me.
Exhibitions: Show dates to be announced
Style: Good Old Fashion Country & Western music
