This photo was taken of Grandpa in the mid 1940's, with his Boston Terrier, Cindy. At the time, Grandpa was living in Downers Grove, IL. He worked at the Union Stockyards in Chicago.
My Grandfather was a wonderful man. He never spoke of his childhood, but his life seemed to begin when he married Grandma. He was a beloved Father and Grandfather. He was also a fervent Presbyterian and Mason. He also was chairman of the township where he lived in the 1950’s and 1960’s. He was the Go To person if his friends and neighbors had troubles. He was dearly loved and is dearly missed.
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