Genter was engaged to marry Swiss swimmer, national breast stroke champion, and 1972 Olympic Competitor, Erika Ruegg in Long Beach on September 14, 1974.
Genter was set to wed Erika Ruegg, a Swiss athlete known for her swimming prowess, including winning the national breaststroke title and participating in the 1972 Olympics. Their engagement occurred in Long Beach on September 14, 1974.