Gerald Garrick Jr. was born in Lafayette, Louisiana.  He is the proud father of Sherrel R. Parnell, Alexis B. Zuniga, Blake C. Garrick, Isaiah J. Garrick and Madison T. Garrick.  He is a Licensed Surgical Assistant, Certified Surgical Technologist.  Gerald is employed with Wellness Ambulatory Surgery Center in McKinney, TX.   He received his formal education from Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting in Nashville, TX and Surgical Technology Program in Simi Valley, CA.  He has been a member of  Saint Mark Missionary Baptist Church for 12 years.  He serves as Sunday School Teacher, Food Ministry and Agape Ministries at "The MARK".  He loves playing keyboard, riding his Harley Davidson, billiards and reading. His Favorite Gospel Song is "It's Turning Around For Me" by Vashawn Mitchell.