Born on August 24th 1947, Came
from a family of 3 brothers and 4 sisters. (also had 28 uncles
and aunts from my mom & dads families.)
Served in US Army from December
of 66 thru December of 69.
After my tour in Nam, I was asked
to become a Drill Instructor. I am glad I accepted, as it helped
me to understand people , and I'd say that it was the most
rewarding job I ever held in my lifetime.
After the Military, I worked, saved, bought a car and a house,
and then was married in October of 1973. We had our first child
(a boy) in January,1975. Our second child (another boy) who was
born exactly 15 months to the day April, 1976 of his older
brother. Our third child (a girl) was born in April of 1985.
(Yes, it was planned.)
I have been associated with all
of the major Veteran organizations in one capacity or another
for the past 25 or so years. (Public Relations, Media
Consultant, etc.) I am President emeritus of the Northern Ohio
Vietnam Veterans Assoc, and currently hold membership in the VFW,
DAV, American Legion and Veteran for Veterans Connection.
It is my goal to keep Veterans issues at a very high level and
insure that the rights of Veterans are a top priority.