Comments for Richard B Persinger 1913 - 2011

Comment on The First Three Years (1913-1916) by Mary Wood

Mary Wood — Tue, 03 May 2011 15:19:27 +0000

What interesting memories from an interesting man. Mine are of meeting Dick and Mildred in Maryland when they flew in or sailed in . They often took us out for dinner,and I’m not sure they ever let us reciprocate. Dick was so proud of Mildred and told me of her many accomplishments. She has always been so modest I’d had no inkling. They were so incredibly kind and generous to James, our son, when the ownership of Poplar Grove descended upon him. I remember an elegant dinner at Dobbs Ferry,and Dick telling me about the painting over the mantle,and showing us the fantastic glass harmonica. Dick with his cane and well cut overcoat is how I last saw him,and he was still driving a very stylish car. Love to all of you from the Maryland cousins, Mary,Robin, James Wood and their children

Comment on The First Three Years (1913-1916) by Melinda Maidens

Melinda Maidens — Tue, 03 May 2011 11:33:45 +0000

Sincerest condolences. I’m looking forward to reading the succeeding chapters of his memoir. These pieces of personal history are wonderful to have.

Comment on The First Three Years (1913-1916) by Roberta Rohr

Roberta Rohr — Mon, 02 May 2011 14:24:53 +0000

These pictures are such a pleasure to look at….sure you could see many at a museum or in books but its just like …”Oh well some old pictures” … but these…you could actually relate to them in reference to a person , some one who was actually there and did this, someone who actually took these pictures….incredible ; the picture of the house looks like its from a book or a post card, such an expressive shot.
My grand-grand parents on my mother side( i didn’t know the ones on my father’s side), were born in 1897 and 1900….they passed away when i was still young but we lived in the same house with them and i do not remember ever seeing any pictures from their youth…i have wondered, later on over the years why that was, what happened to any of the photographs that might have been taken…no one had an answer…we still don’t know…i wish i had such “forever and ever” memorabilia.
Treasure these always and pass them on…they will be cherished.
I am really glad you have decided to share this with us
Looking forward for more
Once again, my condolences to you and your family….i am sure your father is watching proudly from up above.

Comment on The First Three Years (1913-1916) by Pamela Topham

Pamela Topham — Sun, 01 May 2011 23:11:08 +0000

This brings into focus what a very long life Dick had. I can hear him speaking these words. I look forward to more.