Monday, September 28, 2020

Milliron Monday: Sam's Gym


 Abbott "Pete" Smith, D.V.M.
June 16, 1938 - February 22, 2010

Welcome to Milliron Monday where every Monday we celebrate the legacy of Pete Smith, D.V.M., and  Milliron: Abbott “Pete” Smith, D.V.M. The Biography (Monday Creek Publishing 2017). A graduate of Colorado State University and a well-known veterinarian in southeast Ohio, Dr. Smith continues to motivate and inspire. 

On June 16, 2017, we released Dr. Smith's biography/trilogy Milliron.  The event was held at Dr. Smith's former Milliron Clinic, Athens, Ohio. Many people attended the event - former clients, neighbors, family, etc. At the book event, I had the great opportunity to meet three-time U.S. heavyweight Bando kickboxing champion, the proprietor of Sam's Gym, and the recipient of many civic and regional awards, Sam Jones.  

Sam knew Dr. Smith - they were good friends. Dr. Smith enjoyed his time at Sam's Gym and boxing (see above photo). Sam was the U.S. heavyweight Bando kickboxing champion from 1974-1978. Besides being a pro boxer, Sam is also a world-class boxing coach and a shining light in southeastern Ohio

At the book event, I also met Sam's wife, Ellen, a gracious lady that I would like to get to know better. I can only imagine the stories she has to tell! Both Sam and Ellen are active in supporting area youth to become the best they can be. 

Thanks, Sam and Ellen, for your motivation and inspiration!

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Have a great week ahead.


Through captivating, powerful, and emotional anecdotes, we celebrate the life of Dr. Abbott P. Smith. His biography takes the reader from smiles to laughter to empathy and tears. Dr. Smith gave us compelling lessons learned from animals; the role animals play in the human condition, the joy of loving an animal, and the awe of their spirituality. A tender and profound look into the life of a skilled veterinarian.

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