"Place, with a trace of humanity" Photography/Photo of the Day/Pittsburgh

100 Years Ago Today

Roy Joseph Hendricks  

Born Farmersville, Illinois

February 26,1912- October 26, 2002

34 Responses

  1. ChgoJohn

    What a ride! I doubt if any there’s another generation that witnessed as much change as did his — nor sacrificed so much for future generations.

    February 26, 2012 at 12:20 am

    • Thanks for looking at the photos and writing a comment on today’s tribute to our Dad. What you say is so true.
      I can remember my mother telling how the only CD she knew about was a Certificate of Deposit. Witness and sacrifice are apt words you chose to describe that generation. Thank you.

      February 26, 2012 at 11:32 pm

  2. Amen

    February 26, 2012 at 12:28 am

  3. My mother was born on April 11, 1912, and my daddy was born on October 25, 1908! I miss them. I know you miss yours too.
    By posting these pictures, you help keep them alive in spirit.

    February 26, 2012 at 12:51 am

    • Thanks for your sharing about your mother and father, too. Yes, we keep the memories in our hearts but the photos
      can trigger wonderful moments.

      February 26, 2012 at 11:34 pm

  4. Love the tribute. A handsome man. Family’s are the reason we are here and the foundation of who we are today. Their bodily presence may be gone but their presence is never gone from our mind and hearts. Happy Remembrance Day of your father’s life.

    BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!

    February 26, 2012 at 5:45 am

    • Thanks Francine. I appreciate your good words and thoughts today.

      February 26, 2012 at 11:34 pm

  5. This is so valuable collection ever ,Nice Ruth

    February 26, 2012 at 6:13 am

    • Thank you Jake.

      February 26, 2012 at 11:34 pm

  6. Rob

    I will never forget his visits to our home. He (and your mother) made such an impression on me and Mary. It was obvious that he loved his family, loved life and loved God. What a great example for all of us. Though he is missed by so many we are thankful for such great memories of such a wonderful person.

    February 26, 2012 at 6:27 am

  7. Vincie

    I especially love the photo of him when he was a little boy. This is a lovely tribute.

    February 26, 2012 at 7:29 am

  8. I love watching a life unfold; those pictures are wonderful. Hugs to you on this bittersweet anniversary.

    February 26, 2012 at 8:39 am

    • Thanks for making time to look and write a sweet comment today! I appreciate your hugs, Stef.

      February 26, 2012 at 11:38 pm

  9. Amy

    WOW, great pictures as always Ruth.

    February 26, 2012 at 8:46 am

  10. Happy Birthday Grampie

    February 26, 2012 at 8:48 am

  11. Gail Radley

    You are your Father’s daughter. I love you both

    February 26, 2012 at 9:34 am

  12. Kristin

    I love old family photos! They make for such wonderful memories…..

    February 26, 2012 at 10:42 am

  13. Sally

    Ruth – thanks for reminding us all of your wonderful father! I remember most his trip to our house in Virginia at the time coming to bless Jennifer as she lay dying. Since your father and mother lost a child (John), he knew some of the agony we were going through. However, now your mother and father are both with him in Heaven (with Jennifer, too!). Happy 100th birthday to your loving dad!

    February 26, 2012 at 12:24 pm

  14. connie

    Such a wonderful legacy lives on with his kids, grandchildren and the beautiful great grandchildren. A fitting tribute to both of them.

    February 26, 2012 at 12:25 pm

  15. stuart kenworthy

    Thank you, Ruthie. Marian and Roy are remembered almost every single day here at Christ Church, Georgetown, Washington DC in the prayers for the departed. His picture is an arm’s length away in my study in the parish hall. God bless you all.

    + And may they rest in God’s eternal peace and rise in glory +

    stuart+

    PS Any more pictures to post ?

    February 26, 2012 at 2:17 pm

  16. Old photos are so precious to have!

    February 26, 2012 at 5:35 pm

  17. A treasure trove of memories…..And, they remind me of the small amount of time (if we are lucky) we have on this planet. My mother came from 8 children, there are only two left and they were the youngest in the family, twins a boy and a girl, they are both now in their 78th year, I am in my 71st year and I thank God for every day.

    Happy birthday to your Dad Ruth, he looks like a wonderful person, and looks don’t lie.

    February 26, 2012 at 5:56 pm

    • Thanks for your kind words today, Mark. 8 is a lot of children, I am in awe. Being grateful for every day is a good plan.

      February 26, 2012 at 11:36 pm

  18. I LOVE looking at old photos. Beautiful! :)

    February 26, 2012 at 7:53 pm

  19. Erica Wells

    Beautiful memories, Ruth ….. thanks for sharing these photos Love XOXOXOX

    February 26, 2012 at 9:53 pm

  20. Wow, those are amazing!

    February 26, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    • Thanks for always taking time to look and write a nice comment on the blog!

      February 26, 2012 at 11:35 pm

  21. What a wonderful series of pictures and what a story they tell. Loved seeing these.

    February 27, 2012 at 10:49 am

  22. My condolences on the loss of your Father. My Father passed away in September of 2010 and the loss is still deeply felt. I don’t think it ever goes away completely.
    Your Father was a very handsome, kind-looking person. If the beautiful lady sitting on the couch next to your Father was your Mother… you sure resemble your Mother.
    A very loving tribute Ruth.

    February 27, 2012 at 3:59 pm

  23. Very nice. I once restored about 300 photos for a family member as a christmas gift. It was one of the best gifts I ever gave, as well as rewarding.

    February 27, 2012 at 5:46 pm

    • What a gift of love and I can’t imagine how long that took- 300 photos? WOW. Thanks for looking and writing a nice comment today. Best, Ruth in Pittsburgh

      February 27, 2012 at 6:58 pm

  24. Love this – what a great idea for a post!

    February 27, 2012 at 8:43 pm

  25. What a handsome man…. Great photos too. ;-)

    March 1, 2012 at 1:39 am

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