On-the-job back injury forces his retirement
“I worked for the city for years. At one point, there were two bosses I had to work under. One would tell me one thing, and then here comes the other telling me something different. I...
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After driving trucks for years, it’s time to relax
“I’ve been driving nearly all my life. When I was 14 years old, I started driving a big truck for my daddy in Brownsville. He showed me how. Then for about 50 years, I drove 18-wheelers...
He doesn’t want to be tied down in retirement
“Retirement is a big step, deciding what you’re going to do and who you’re going to trust your money with. “I do a little work on the side right now, building a house or two. I’m...
Excited about walking granddaughter down the aisle
“I have nine kids, 17 grands and four greats. I’ve had a lot of happy times, but I’m really looking forward to what’s going to happen on Aug. 9. I will march my granddaughter down the...
He had a plan for retirement, and he’s sticking to it
“I’m 72 and have been retired for a number of years. I stay young by walking, riding a bike and spending a lot of time with my grandkids. I also build and fly radio-controlled airplanes. “All...
Plenty of honey-do’s for retired husband
“I’m starting my third year of retirement. It’s great.” “And I’ve been a waitress for about 30 years. I still enjoy interacting with customers, so I’m not ready to retire yet.” How does it feel watching...
Their retirement is filled with motorcycle riding
“When we retired, we said we were going to travel once a month. A couple of years down the road, we hadn’t done anything.” “Then she came in one morning and said, ‘I’m buying a Harley...
Operating B&B is part of their retirement plan
“We’re not retired yet, but we’re working at it. We’re formulating the plan. Part of that plan is a small bed and breakfast that we own where we live in South Carolina. It’s a wonderful adventure....
‘You’ve got to live each day to the fullest’
“I’ll be 69 in September. As long as I’m physically and mentally healthy, I’m going to continue working. “I remember when people used to hit retirement age, it meant you quit work and sat in a...
Retirement top of mind for feed store owner
“This place was built in 1928. It served as an interurban depot, moving people back and forth through the area. “We bought the building and land from the Missouri Pacific Railroad and opened our feed store...
