Don Idler is well known in the county as the owner of three appliance stores and his commitment to the community. He and his wife Janis have two children and two grandchildren. His calling as a deacon is a great place for him to use his gifts of administration, service and mercy. He likes the Dodgers and sometimes tries to play golf.

Born and grew up in Los Angeles and Inglewood , CA.

Graduated from Cal State Long Beach with a teaching credential.

Served in the US Army from 1969-1971.

Worked in public education for 35 years.

Married for 55 years.

Enjoys playing tennis and watching Dodgers baseball.

Love to volunteer and serve others.

Ben was raised and went to college in Philadelphia and still likes the Phillies, but he has lived in the Paso area for many years.

By God’s grace, Ben has served as a deacon at Covenant for over a decade. He enjoys running, reading novels, going to reformed singles events, and hanging out with friends.

Married 1976 to Brigitte Daniels
Step daughter Britta, passed
2 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild
Retired Military and Federal Civil Service 39 and a half years
Joined in Atascadero and became founding member of Covenant Church Paso
Involved in prison ministry 15 years
Volunteer chaplain at Twin Cities Hospital 25 years
Currently serving as deacon at Covenant Presbyterian Church Paso since 2004