Jeri Fox Bennett graduated in 1974 from La Harpe High School. She started as a co-op student for Fred Gibb Chevrolet and continued to work for Mr. Gibb after graduation.
Jeri and her husband Ronnie have been married over 23 years. They are parents of Brett 22, Brianne 18, and Braden 6. The couple keep busy with two college students and with Braden's soccer games.
Jeri and Ronnie are avid Nascar and sports fans. Once a year they take a trip to Florida to spend time with family. Jeri works full time for Hometown Insurance and still finds time to walk, which she enjoys.