Frank Vetere was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1923 to Italian immigrant parents. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He owned and operated Vetere Pro Hardware & Sports, a successful family business, for 44 years. He contributed as President of the Michigan Retail Hardware Association. Currently at age 90 Frank enjoys an active life with his wife Anne Vetere in the state of Washington. Frank continues to nourish his love for learning everyday.