This is a photo of my late grandfather, we all called him POP
He had a great infulance on me when I was younger. I love to fly and work on plane, he could fix anything.
He and my grandmother left Kansas and came to Virginia during the depression. He got a job with the CCC welding. Later he got a job as a civilan working for the navy teaching welding at the Norfolk navy base. Then he went to work for Grumman on the F14 Tomcat
( hence I joined the navy and I worked on the F14 Tomcats also)
Pop open his on Aircraft salvage and repair business, after my time in the navy,I helped him in his business.
My grandfather passed away 2 years ago this comming May.
He was one of the kindest people I ever knew and yes I do miss him...

Great story....thanks for sharing!

God Bless POP

when those people leave us, they leave a hole. that hole is never refilled. we always feel an empty spot that reminds of us who was once there. sorry for your loss.

Very moving story, I can tell how much you loved and cared for him!

Charlie

Nice tribute.

^ (very nice)
IMO, that WAS the "greatest generation".

Yo myash07:

Outstanding tribute !


JonR

21 x Gun x salute!

Great pic. There's something very sage in his eyes. X

You are lucky man to have shared those times with your grandfather. You have his eyes.

myash07:

Thanks for sharing that story. Made me think of my Pop, and just how much I miss him as well. I never knew a man who was more passionate about good food, John Daniels whiskey, and Frank Sinatra.

Craig

myash07:

Thanks for sharing that story. Made me think of my Pop, and just how much I miss him as well. I never knew a man who was more passionate about good food, John Daniels whiskey, and Frank Sinatra.

Craig

Great story ash, Made me think of my Grandfather which I called Pap. Thanks man, Keep posting.

You young guys take note. Time just moves to fast. It seems like just a few years ago I could have been the young guy in that picture. Now I have three little ones calling me Grandpa. Make sure you intentionally build some great memories and get plenty of pics; you'll really be glad you did.

Dang!!!! I'm sounding like an old fart. LOL

John

Jimmy, I lost my grandfather 2 years ago this January. It was the hardest thing I ever experienced in my life, I miss him so much but somehow I know he watches me and is very proud. I can say the same about your grandfather. There were only a few good men left on this earth and my "nanu" was one of them. Thanks for your post, it made me remember some really great memories of him!!