John Anthony GarstkaCertified Public Accountant, associate professor
Born New York City, NY, June 21, 1931; son of John Joseph (born Poland) and Rosalie (Skueres) G. (born Duquesne, PA,); married Pauline Ann Le Clair, June 20, 1959; children: John Joseph, Michael Thomas, Margaret Rosalie, Stephen Arnold, Mary Louise.
Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Syracuse University; Master of Business Administration (MBA), George Washington University,1967.
Career: Sole practioner - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 1980 - present; associate prof., accounting, Loyola Marymount University 1980-.
Military: United States Air Force (USAF) 1952-76, Vietnam Tet Offensive, 1967. Retired Lieutenant Colonel.
Member of: California Society of Certified Public Accountants, treasurer, Polish American Historical Association (PAHA) California Chapter.
Honors: Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal with oak cluster, Air Medal with 6 oak leaf.
Resident: Los Angeles, CA.
From: "Polish Americans in California, Vol. II," National Center for Urban Ethnic Affairs & Polish American Historical Association. California 1995.