I worked with and for you, Bill, for several years in the 1960's. We worked together
at Federal Electric's Range Safety group. I knew you even before I met Pam and Pam and I celebrated our 44th anniversary this year not far behind you two.
Bill, you introduced me to and instilled in me a love for German automotive engineering. You influenced/persuaded me to buy a Porsche Speedster I think in 1963. That was the most interesting automobile I've ever owned. Had I the foresight to have kept it.... ah yes. While on Porsche autos I've had three I'll call thrilling riding experiences in these fine machines. One was with a man named Vasek Polak in Redondo Beach Ca. who I found out afterwards had been a Spyder race driver, the second was with you, Bill, on the road from Lompoc to Vandenberg, the third was a friend in San Jose Ca. I do not expect to have a fourth such ride as at my age I'm sure my heart couldn't cope. I used the word thrilling but harrowing would be a closer description of those rides.
Today I always think of you, Bill, when I see a Porsche pass on the road.
Pam and I visited you both I think four or five years ago and we truly enjoyed seeing you.
Pam and I send our best and congratulations on your anniversary!
Herb and Pam
PS: I'm thinking of writing a congratulatory letter to our
president thanking him for saving the country from financial
ruin. Nel, would you like for me to include your name?
Bill and Nel begin their lives together...
