Honoring My Father’s Legacy

My late father, Cliff Myers, was a proud 37-year Chevron employee, beginning at (then) Standard Oil at the El Segundo Refinery. He started in the labor-gang and advanced to draftsman, contracts, tool room, and equipment supervisor.

My dad loved his work, his family, and the Tuesday Morning Chevron Pancake Breakfast Group. He was an outstanding athlete, longtime youth baseball coach, and a veteran of World War II. He was also a skilled artist in calligraphy and designed the annual Chevron Christmas cards for many years.  

Then my dad was diagnosed with advanced macular degeneration and lost his sight before he passed away in 2017. It robbed him of the ability to drive, play cards, socialize, and eventually walk.

I am personally committed to Macular Degeneration Research, a BrightFocus Foundation program. Their mission is so very important, and I know I have my dad’s proxy to make sure everyone is aware of this devastating vision disease that impacts as many as 20 million Americans. It also has a genetic impact as I’ve learned with my family.

Sometimes in life, we don’t realize what we need until we really need it. That is why I’m spending my time now helping to raise awareness of this sight-stealing disease. If my dad was still here, he would be telling you all about why supporting Macular Degeneration Research is the best way to change the trajectory of this disease for future generations.  

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