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Manikin
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I love this picture of my Dad on Ship . He passed away way to young and I love how proud he looks on this picture . Not sure which ship this is I would have to go through his old discharge papers mabe they would say . I am sure this was a day off for guys when photo was taken .
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He looks sooooo young.
He was 18 or maybe 17 they went in earlier back then, I have his discharge papers I will look for them someday . You know the things you try to forget on an everyday when you lose someone
Congratulations Manikin.
30 years of service is something to be very proud of!
Scott
It's really!!! obvious he is enjoying his 'lot' at that moment in time!....:-)
Thank you inky ! how are you today ? Glad to see you and thank you for the love on my dad ,he does seem happy . I like to remember his smile :-)
Thank you Pack !!!!! btw what is he running a gun pack ?
Hi Mani,
Real nice picture of your dad. What wonderful memories.
Thank you so much Kathy :-))))
Most beautiful photo! I'm so glad that you have this - seeing him filled with joy - ah, wonderful!!!
P.s., Manikin, I have three wooden cats to post. I cannot get good photos, but I will post as soon as I do. I think you'll like them.
Thank you MiKKO ,ttomtucker and vetraio50. My Dad looked so happy I like to remember him like this not in pain . Thank you for the loves