Ronald trained at Camp Parks, San Diego. Then headed for Guam where he served in the Motor Patrol. He transferred to the island of Manus where around 250 Japanese had not yet surrendered. He helped dismantle dry docks used to repair ships and performed guard duty. As a civilian, he served an apprenticeship to become an upholsterer for the Santa Fe RR. Then he returned to college and received a Bachelor's degree in order to teach art. Started his own business, STUDIO ARTS, for picture framing and a stoneware (pottery) studio in the basement. In 1979 he moved to Myrtle Beach, SC, and remodeled houses for 20 years before retiring and returning to Topeka, Ks. He and his wife have 3 children, 7 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren!