Retired 13 July 1989 after serving on active duty from 26 Jun 1969.  He was a Dental Technician for 17 years finishing his military career as an Air Force Recruiter.  Military honors include; AF Commendation Medal w/2 Oak Leaf Clusters; AF Good Conduct Medal w/5 Oak Leaf Clusters: AF Overseas Long Tour Ribbon w/1 Oak Leaf Cluster; AF Longevity Service Ribbon w/4 Oak Leaf Clusters; AF Training Ribbon.