Hello and welcome! Most people call me Dave, but must admit that my dad is the much more famous Dave Eddy. I’ve also recently been referred to as Vintage Dave, Ancient Dave, Jurassic Dave, Classic Dave, and Ancient of Daves…but Grandpa also has a nice ring to it! I was born and raised around Battle Creek, Michigan and currently reside in the mid-Michigan area.
My entire adult life was spent serving in the Profession of Arms, starting a long career in public safety as an active-duty United States Air Force security policeman. I left active duty for a civilian policing career that spanned over 30 years in the states of Texas and Michigan. During that time I worked the road, the lock-up, under cover, and as a training instructor. I also worked intelligence, violent crimes, major crimes, dignitary protection, and as ended my career commanding an intelligence section. I retired from dual public safety and military careers of over 32 years each.
I consider myself a perpetual student of life, leadership, and fitness. My formal college education includes an Associate in Applied Science degree from Community College of the Air Force, a Bachelor of Science degree from Liberty University, and a Graduate Certificate in Leadership from Central Michigan University.
Growing up the son of a radio and television personality, I have an appreciation for all genre’s of music and the performing arts. Contrary to what most people might believe if only to know my vocation, I really enjoy community theater and have been in a number of productions, as well as a couple of independent films. I love God, (most) people, and my family. I really like black coffee, red wine, chocolate milk, dark beer, traveling, reading, and working out. My wife and I have been married (miraculously) over 34 years. We have three grown children and three grandchildren.
The character-limit version of me is this: leader, follower; angel, sinner; gentleman, wretch; needy, giving; broken, redeemed.
I’m grateful you’ve chosen to join me and together find strength in weakness!