N. J was in the United States Army. A member of Indiana and Tennessee National Guard . He was a OTR Truck driver He enjoyed the freedom of the road.putting it in the wind and running front door..JHe met many amazing people and saw the beauty of the USA...He was owner operator at Lakeway Trucking. Drove for other companies Roy Widener R&J Trucking, Columbia Meats and Schrader Trucking. He loved gardening and landscaping. Going to Riverbottoms looking for driftwood.His true talent was making and wood burning walking sticks.and driftwood. He was fearless in his love and protection of all his family members. He was a father figure to his younger siblings. And many other youngsters besides his own children. He was a hero, leader and friend to many . He stood tall in his beliefs and would not back down from anyone.