After the Army:
I worked as a Retail Route Supervisor and Delivery for Hoods Milk Company; Insurance Sales and as a Pension and Investment Manager.

Family Information:
I married Rene (Wile) in June of 1958 in East Bridgewater, MA. We have three wonderful sons - Douglas, Mitchell and Dennis, and one beautiful daughter - Leslie. We moved back to California in 1980, settled in Lake Forest, CA. We now have 8 incredible grandchildren.

Rene and I recently built our retirement home on an avocado grove in Pauma Valley, CA and I enjoy working in the grove, playing golf and being 'Papa' to my grandchildren.

Current Occupation:
Registered Investment Advisor with LPL Financial Services

Degrees/Schooling:
High School
NASD State Licensing with continuing education for industry standards.

Most Memorable Moment at Tomb:
On a dark gray day during a snow storm late in the afternoon while walking the mat, I picked up a dark matter against the snow behind the Tomb. There were three nuns kneeling in the snow and praying. This scene left a lasting impression on my.

I was a member of the Army Drill Team and developed the "Savard Manual" which in 1995, was still being used as part of their routine. I also participated in Funeral Escorts and Carried the Colors. 

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