Cartoon self-portrait by the late Edmund J. Janas, Sr. He was a recipient of the Bronze Star for his service in Italy during WWII. He also served in North Africa. He captured a German spy with a wire. He was also a water-cooled machine gun marksman. He taught himself how to paint and draw with his left side after his dominant side became weak. He loved cats and lived his remaining years at home until his death in 2017.