When AJ Pomante was just a youngster, he
asked to be called AJ, not his given name of Adam. He laughs as he tells how he thought his birth name was "Ad-dumb" and he did NOT like that! At just four years of age, AJ's folks, Kathy and Jeff felt that they needed a little more space than their current home in Gresham offered. So! they asked Jeff's mom if she would consider swapping houses with them. Grammy Pomante was all well with the idea since her husband had passed and she would do well in a smaller home. The "deal" was done, and AJ and his family transplanted out to Stevens Road in Corbett and have been there about 15 years! Yes, Grammy is still in her Gresham home as well. AJ tells me that growing up in Corbett has been the best ever because he has felt "free." He said he feels that the open space and little traffic is relaxing and free of stress. Playing sports his entire youth, AJ was a standout athlete at Corbett High, graduating last spring. He now helps give back by having helped coach this year's football team and also supporting his younger friend's by attending most all of their games at the school. Recently AJ got a job at Providence Hospital with the help of Corbett local, Brian Davis. AJ is hoping to one day work as a x-ray technician at the hospital, but right now is just glad to have his foot "in the door." Also involved at the Corbett Church with the youth group, AJ spoke of how his relationship with his Creator has made a huge impact on his life. AJ has two sisters, Jenni and Crystal. Crystal passed away at age 11 as the result of a car accident that impacted the family as well as our community. There is currently a scholarship in Crystal's name as well as a video, "No need for Speed" created as a result of her accident. While interviewing AJ, several local students stopped to say "hello" to him. It is obvious that he is well liked in our community, and after talking with him for several minutes, it was obvious to me just why. Corbett raises great kids!
