Donnie “Don” Blythe

Published 7:52 am Saturday, January 17, 2009

Name: Donnie “Don” Blythe

Occupation and title: Retired USDA meat inspector

Church affiliation: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Pet I’d like to own: Chinese pug

The secret to happiness is: Love for one another by giving of self. When you are in service of your fellow man, your are in service of God.

I wish I knew how to: Bring world peace throughout the world.

Song I’d love to sing karaoke to: “Can’t Help Falling In Love” by Elvis

My most humbling moment: The birth of my three children: Don, Geoff and Becky

Favorite college sports team: Virginia

Favorite pro sports team: Oakland Raiders

Favorite color: Red

What’s the best life lesson you’ve learned, and who taught you? My dad and mother taught me how to work hard for what you want by honesty and faith.

What’s the best decision you’ve made in life? Being baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

What’s your best childhood memory? Seeing how hard my parents worked to provide for six children through love, prayer and faith