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John Edward (paternal grandfather)
Born July 12, 1910 ~ Died July 26, 1989
Annette Regina
Born December 24, 1911 ~ Died May 28, 2004
The photos were taken when they were "courting". They married in 1932 and had six children. My grandfather kept the original photo of my grandmother inside his wallet where it was found upon his passing and copies were made.
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Hi,
Love the photos.
Although its a snap shot of an era,there is something very modern about them both,
I think because there essence is captured here,they both look real cheeky,especially
your grandmother.
.Cheers.
Agreed! Your grandmother has a very modern look. Very pretty :)
Thank you
: )
These are so cool!
Yeah........there were Hotties back in the Twenties !!!!
Warms my heart to see these photos making the circuit again. Thanks, everyone.
I can see why John Edward kept the photo in his wallet. Lovely photos.
You resemble them both ;)
Your grandmother looks very 2000s. Prtobably because of her nice white, straight teeth! Lovely picture. Thanks for posting.
Beautiful eyes and smile of your grandmother in the picture!!...