Before They Were Villagers Residents shaRe theiR inteResting Jobs Story By rICA LEWIS & MArK ANDErSoN photoS By roB WILKErSoN The Villages hosts a hodgepodge of interesting people. Prior to retiring in Florida's Friendliest Hometown, residents had rich, full lives - raising families and climbing the ladders in various careers. These days, rounds of golf, recreation activities and club involvement consume their time. But these remarkable Villagers have stories to tell of less leisurely days in the working world. Here are a few examples. 36 JANUARY 2018