Civilian Spotlight: Getting to know Melva J. Tillar

By Ms. Sharon L Hartman (SMDC/ARSTRAT)November 8, 2010

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Name: Melva J. Tillar, paralegal, U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command, Colorado Springs, Colo.

Age: 50+

Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pa. (Go Steelers!)

Years of federal service: Almost 20 years

Education: Bachelor's degree in human services

Marital status: Married 40 years

Children: Two sons

Activities/hobbies: Bowling, water aquatics and Zumba (cardio exercise dance)

Favorite movie: The Color Purple

Favorite TV show: The Good Wife

Favorite band: Kool and the Gang (Motown back in the day)

Favorite thing about working for the Army: Every day is nearly a new experience

What made you want to work for the Army: Stability