I was born and raised in Orange County, CA. Every male in my family has been a member of the Los Angeles Police Department. I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from California State University, Fullerton. I received a master’s degree from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School and a law degree from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles, CA. In 1999, I became a special agent with the federal government. During my initial training, I met my wife, Therese Merchant, who was also a special agent.
In late 2015, our family moved from Orange County, CA to Maumee. After working for over 21 years as a federal agent, I retired in 2020. Therese and I are the proud parents of four children, two boys and two girls, ranging in age from 20 to 13. All four kids attended St. Joseph’s Maumee, and Central Catholic High School. I am currently an Assistant Prosecutor with the Lucas County Prosecutor’s Office.
Q: What do you love most about what you do?
Helping victims get justice.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Judge Michael Goulding
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
California – to visit my family and friends.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Always keep your word.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Visiting Australia.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
President George W. Bush. La Fiesta Restaurant in Maumee. I’d like to discuss sports, politics, and decide, once and for all, who has better Mexican food: California or Texas.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
The strong devotion, loyalty, and pride people have for their high school alma maters.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
A three day weekend with nice weather and good barbeque food.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Father Eric Schild, St. Joseph’s Church, Maumee.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Family, relaxation, and fun.
