John

How long did you work for the City?
I went to work for the City in 1947. I worked for 29 years, three months and twenty days. I've been retired 32 years now. I've been a member of the Health Service System for 61 years.

How's it working for you?
Over the years I've used the benefits we get through HSS tremendously. That's when you find out how good it is. I had a quadruple heart bypass in 1981 and I'm still walking around. I've had three pacemakers. So I can't holler about anything.

You look like you are in great shape.
I walk every day, at least a mile a day. If I ever get tired I can just hop on the MUNI and get home, no problem.

What advice do you have for living a long and healthy life?
The biggest thing is keep yourself occupied. I was born and raised here. The City changes every day. You might not realize it but every day it's different.