We don’t know much about my paternal grandfather. He left the family when my dad was very young. But thanks to some geneological research by my mom, we have connected with a lady who turns out to be my dad’s half sister. She has provided us with some interesting history and pictures of my grandfather. And the family resemblance is striking!
Claude in his 30s.
Nick Maurer at College Graduation
I find it interesting that my dad, although he never knew his father, shared an interest in collecting postage stamps.
Claude the Stamp Collector
And here is a photo of my Great Grandmother, Rosa Wick.
Rosa Wick - First generation in U.S.
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Great pics, and yes, the resemblance between Nick and his father is striking!
If Claude is really the father of Nick ( they really look like each other) then Nick is my half brother because Claude II is my father and Rosa Wick is my grandmother. I was born 12-17-1946 in Alameda California. There is another half brother. His first name is Tommy. I met him once. I was around seven he was around thriteen. I don’t remember where we were. I have two younger brothers and a younger sister. I also have a half sister who sent you the pictures. My half sister and I share the same mother.
Claude III – I would love to connect with you. We keep trying to find out more of the missing pieces about Nick’s father. We understand there are several half-siblings out there. Contact me at mamaurer1@verizon.net. Alice Maurer (Nick’s wife)
I love it!
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