The Man on the Hill
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Work is something everyone has to do; however, how many people have to leave school in the eighth grade to provide for 13 siblings? Additionally, how many people have experienced the tragic loss of a teenage child? Through thick and thin, Joe Stimac's memoir is about his devotion to a family and their business, his own family, and achieving the American Dream.
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Living a life of work is one thing, but labor mixed with providing for a family who suffered many tragedies is another. Joe Stimac's life can be characterized by devotion, trust, and the American Dream. From thoughts of suicide as a result of the death of his teenage son, to moments of complete joy as a result of his grandkids, Joe has lived a story-book life.
About the Author
Joe Stimac was born on January 20, 1931, and grew up in a small village nestled in farmlands of Western Pennsylvania. Growing up in Roseville, Joe was a man of work, often providing for his 13 brothers, sisters, and a mother who was widowed when Joe's father died. After leaving school in the eighth grade, Joe's life of labor began when he met Edward S. Dewey, a prominent business man and land owner in the area. Following their meeting, Joe devoted his entire life to working for Mr. Dewey and his estate. Although he was a loving family man, Joe made his mark on the Dewey Farm Hill, where he spent endless hours mowing the fields and watching the sunset. Now, Joe still works for the Dewey's, often spending time on the hill thinking about his life as The Man on the Hill.