Surrounded by videos, books, and personal memorabilia, former Marine Ron Peters proudly shows the letter he received from then British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. He has other letters too, from other history-makers, and his apartment is like a vault of undiscovered treasures.

But Ron doesn't live in the past. Among friends and visitors at Holland Home, he continues to share his thoughts about politics and world events and how decisions through the last 100 years have shaped the world we live in today. A multi-faceted gem, Ron discourses as easily on history and politics as he does on banking and travel, sharing humorous stories to illustrate his opinions. He still has the bearing and demeanor of a Marine, and underneath it, a heart of gold.

He's one of the gems who make life beautiful at Holland Home!