On This Day | Heartbreaking

I first met Pappy (Raymond was known to his crew and friends as Pappy Check) here at our hospital, at a dance way back in January. We grew to know each other very well and many more parties followed, both here and at Pappy’s field. Despite the difficulties of travel at wartime, we managed to see each other every week. We also arranged it so that I could take my leave with him. Pappy and his crew had theirs, and that gave us many unforgettable days—exploring London. These few short months that I knew your son were the happiest I have ever known.

1943-11-11 | Ward County Independent