I was born in Lincoln, Maine — a quiet, scenic town surrounded by lakes and pine forests. When I was five, my family moved to Arizona in search of new opportunities, and I spent most of my childhood and young adult life in Glendale. I grew up in a family of four with two brothers and one sister. We lost my sister, Sharon, at a young age — a loss that shaped our family deeply. Today I’m blessed with nine nieces and nephews, all of whom still live here in Arizona.
After high school, I was drafted into the U.S. Army and served during the Vietnam War. Like many veterans of that era, I was exposed to Agent Orange, which has had lasting health effects. Despite that, I consider myself fortunate to have returned home to the country I love and would give my life for.
Once back in Arizona, I turned to business and built a career as an independent distributor for Holsum Bakery and later Matco Tools. Over the years I owned multiple distributorships and earned a reputation for hard work, reliability, and taking care of my customers. Entrepreneurship gave me the freedom and challenge I always wanted.
My life took its biggest turn in 1990 when I met Leolinda. We knew almost immediately that we were meant for one another — we married just five weeks later on Valentine’s Day. To this day, we honor that beginning with a light-hearted tradition: every Valentine’s Day, we celebrate with dinner at McDonald’s. It’s simple, it’s ours, and it reminds us where love really lives — not in the menu, but in the moments.
In 2012, I made the decision to start a new chapter and become a real estate agent. After decades in business, transitioning into real estate felt natural — the same work ethic, discipline, and commitment to service that guided me in previous ventures now guide me in helping people buy and sell homes. I joined Leolinda Realty, the brokerage owned by my wife, and quickly became an active part of the team.
Clients tell me they value my honesty, integrity, and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure they make confident, informed decisions. Nothing is more rewarding than helping someone find the right home or close a chapter with peace of mind.
I remain grateful — for my country, my family, my health, and the opportunity to continue working with purpose. My life has had its challenges, from military service to starting over in new careers, but determination and faith have always seen me through. I consider it a privilege to serve our clients and to be part of Leolinda Realty.