We have an unfortunate post to take care of first. . . :(
Hannah's great grandpa, Bob Messmer passed away on May 4th. He was a WONDERFUL man, father of 14, grandfather to MANY, and great grandfather to many more. . .
In addition to raising a beautiful family, he had an impressive career with the Soo Line and taught his kids an awesome work ethic. He loved hunting, spending time with his family, good food (mostly home cooked, but he had a special place in his stomach for McDonald's hamburgers!), and he was one of the most generous men I've ever met. He always had a dollar (or five) for his grandkids and great grandkids :) The door to his house was always open to family and friends, and the kitchen was always full of food to feed anyone who walked through the door. He was one of a kind, and I am so blessed to be able to say I got to know him and be a part of the family.
We are so grateful to him and grandma Norma for giving us his son Glenn/Matt's father/Hannah's Papa :)
Grandpa Bob, you will be missed.
Here's some photos from our trip to North Dakota for the funeral. . .
Puppies galore kept the kids happy that weekend :)
The famous doll house at Great Grandma's house--Hannah talks about it all the time. . .ever since our last visit in November! It was the 1st thing she looked for when we walked in the door :)
The family is so big that even the garage gets used as a gathering place! :) Many good times were spent in that garage over the years. . .
Hannah is quite a celebrity. . .
Uncle Ed!
Kollmans
It was CHILLY!!!
Fun with Hannah's cousins (Matt's cousins' kids) Emmrey and Reese :)
Great Grandma Messmer
Glenn's sister, Debie
Great Grandma and 13 of the 14 children. Great Grandpa Messmer joins Glenn's brother Jim in heaven. . .
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