David Thomas:
CLASS OF 1968
Edison High SchoolClass of 1968
Stockton, CA
David's Story
Life
HI Classmates....My wife Sue got me started on this..Been a along time since "68" After Edison went to computer class there in Stockton. Half way received draft notice, went to review board to delay until I finished my classes. They saw different, would not give me a chance, so I enlisted in the Air Force..2 weeks into my boot camp, I received noticed that I was drafted into the Army, wrote the a sweet note, said YOUR TOO LATE !! Texas for Boot Camp Lackland AFB, August/Summer time. had to be the hottest place on earth. From there went to Illinois Chanute AFB, Jet Engine
Maintence, After training shipped out to Williams AFB Arizona, had a real good timed there, Was crew Chief in Engine Shop.. Did 4 yrs, Took advantage of the GI Bill, went to Trade school Phoenix area
Auto/Diesel , complete...Expand for more
d graduated and now off to College. Going night school took 6 years to graduate, finished up my GI Bill..Was working as a Diesel Mechanic, went to foreman position, then servive manager for 3 location, including 1 in reno Nevada, afer 8 yrs was offered a position as Fleet Mgr for Bayless mkts in Phoenix, lasted for 8 years, then went to Heavy Truck Dealership 14 yrs.as ser mgr, Currenty working service/sale at Nation Wide Service Center
10 minutes from home in Glendale AZ. First marriage lasted 18 yrs have to wonder kids Mike & Susie, 31 & 30 yrs old now, have total of 7 grand kids, 4 from my last wife #3, third time the charm #2 was a mess, I knew from the time I said "I Do" I was screwed !!! Very happy living in Az Wth Sue... Hey Give us a shout !! David (Dave) Thomas Class Of 68....;-))
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