Shipping entrepreneur Bernard (Frank) Fernandez reminisces over his career development and humorous interactions with diverse characters such as Alfredo (of Fettucini fame), Vince Lombardi, Charleton Heston, John Wayne,Cary Grant, Jack Nicklaus, Richard Nixon, Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, Charles Hamm, and, of course, the infamous incident with Elvis, himself.Reviewing his illustrious career, Frank comments dryly, "Looking Back, I'd have to say 'life can be interesting' -But then, it was what it was."A delightful easy-reading series of happenings that comprise an entertaining and enlightening memoir.Bernard (Frank) Fernandez:After serving in the U.S. Army Air Force Mr. Fernandez attended the University of Cincinnati, graduating with a B.S. in Education. He then worked for three transportation companies over a nine year period before originating his first company, Mark IV Messenger Service, Inc. A short time later he formed his second company, Mark IV Air Freight, Inc. Both companies were based in the Los Angeles area. Mark IV Air Freight was sold after nine years of operation. The Messenger Service was sold after fourteen years. Mr. Fernandez and his wife of 38 years, Suzi, live in Bear Valley Springs, California. They have one son, Joseph.Some folks call him "Bernard," most folks call him "Frank," but a lot of people know him best as "the guy who returned Elvis' ring." -- and that's only one of the many fascinating happenings in Frank's experience."Buy this book. It's a fun read!"R.J.Banis, Ph.D.
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