The job demanded much of his family, moving frequently to
find jobs. As rails were gradually converted to trails it seemed as if he might
outlive his usefulness, but Michigan proved to be a good place to prepare for
retirement at a slower pace, on a scenic run.
His habit of inspecting the train he was assigned to drive
was rooted in his earlier days. He reviewed track conditions, equipment history
and weather reports before boarding each locomotive. Thus, he knew that trains
on the trestle over the falls near Marquette were limited to 15 miles per hour.
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