We all have stories to tell about our family exploits, and none are more endearing than stories about the grandkids. And now that we have a lot more silver in our hair, we are delighted to include great grandkids. 

Those blessed to have them can tell stories for hours, and the Prep '58 Grandpops and GreatGrandpops are no exception.

If you have a Gkid or a GGkid story, we would love to hear it... and if you have photos, that's even better. Put it in an email to Vince and we'll take care of the rest... 

Rylee & Vince - The oldest and youngest members of the family enjoying a chuckle.

Rylee is a hoot... He is a big boy, taking after his father, but also has the will of his mother. I'm looking forward to spending a lot of time with him, and watching him as he takes his place in the extended Grillo family.

 
Congratulations to Vince's G'son Peter and his new bride "AJ". 

They were married on February 22, 2022 - yup 2/22/22.

Peter is Vince's 3rd oldest G'child, and the oldest son of his daughter Lisa.  

"GGson Rylee Jaxson Butler is now 3 months old and he is still the center of attention in the family. 

Gdaughter Kortney and her husband Kyle are enjoying their 6-month family leave time to be with Rylee during his first months on the planet." 

Rylee is sporting the first of what will be many Prep outfits at a Christmas gathering at his home.  He is alert, and as strong as an ox, and we can't get enough of him.  Stay tuned for a lot more photos."  

Vince

 "Grandchildren Evan who is 11 and Lilah who is 4.

Merry Christmas to you and your family and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Best wishes, "

Jerry and Rory Magliano" 

 "This is me with Liam (age 6) and Quinn (age 4). They are the children of my daughter Christine Turnier and her husband William M Tammick III. They live in Milton, MA. The picture was taken this summer in my summer house in Camden, Maine.

I have five other grandchildren. I will send you pictures of them later. This is probably my favorite photo of 2021. Little kids are loads of fun.

With this omicron variant in our future, I fear that we may be looking forward to living in a Groundhog world in February or March waiting for new boosters.

Take care,    Bill Turnier"

 "Hi Vince,

Meet (Gkid) Pfc Benjamin John Katko, age 19, from Charleston SC.   Ben graduated Nov 19th from Marine Corp Boot Camp Parris Island, SC (13 weeks of hell).

Pat and I are so proud of his accomplishment. He entered as a boy and exited a man. What a difference!!

Regards,

John"

 Stephanie's great niece Lillian is coming into school age.

She is a precious little girl, who is growing up way too fast.
Here she is in her new outfit for her first day at pre-school. 

On Nov 21st, Rylee Jaxson Butler was born to Vince's G'daughter Kortney. It was the first GG'son in the Grillo family in more than 200 years.

Here's a photo of 4 generations: Vince's daughter Laura, his G'daughter Kortney, Rylee & Vince.

 "Our G'daughter Kortney and her husband Kyle have shared the news that they are expecting a baby boy this November.

It's hard to get your head around the thought that you are going to become a great grandparent. John and Joann Ricci had that honor not too long ago, and I haven't seen happier smiles in all my days. 

It doesn't seem like enough time has past since Kortney was born herself.   More to come....

Vince"

Recently I saw a photo that Bill Wittman posted on FaceBook, and it confirmed the "...worth a thousand words..." saying about photographs.  Bill entitled the photo 'After a bath.'  In the picture is Bill's wife Peg, and their Gdaughter.  I hope Bill doesn't mind that I included it in the Gkids section. 

It is just what the Gkids section was created to show. 

You all know by now that Bill Wittman is a terrific photographer, and we have featured his work in stills and videos in the Blog for quite some time. 

Here's a link to the work Bill has sent in recently.

"Nicole graduated with distinguished honors, was Captain of the Girls Cross-Country & Track Teams, played saxophone in the Symphonic Band, was a member of the International Language Honor Society, was a member of the Yearbook Staff and was awarded multiple scholarships. 

She will attend Eastern Connecticut State University in Willamantic, major in Biochemistry and will be competing as an ECSU Warrior on both the Cross Country and Track and Field Teams.

We are very proud of  her accomplishments and wish her well in her new adventure.

Fred" 

 "...our twin granddaughters Grace and Olivia, are Juniors on the Newton North HS track squad, as middle distance runners. Freshman year they and two classmates broke the Freshman-Sophomore state record for the 4x400 relay, qualifying for the indoor nationals in NYC.

This year they won the 4x400 and took second in the 4x800, for the Div 1 sectionals. Due to the pandemic the last year and this years indoor season was disrupted. Both also play soccer and are on the varsity with their cousin Kira, who is a sophomore. We go to games and watch three Doherty’s playing.

Regards,    Mike"

Mike sent us a video of the track meet, complete with editing by his son. You can enjoy it here.

 "Vince,

On Thursday June 17, my grandson Devin graduated from Jenkintown, PA High School.  Devin is the son of my oldest daughter, Carol, and son-in-law Christopher Shenk.  Devin graduated with honors. 

As Senior Class President, Devin delivered a very nice address at the ceremony.  Next stop for Devin is the University of Tennessee.  When Devin goes off to college, Carol and Chris will be empty nesters.    

Devin’s older sisters, Avery and Lauren, are already out of the house.  Avery is a graduate of the University of Richmond and Lauren is a graduate of the University of Maryland.         

George"

 "Pax vobiscum! 

For the Blog, in the Proud Grandparents section: Son Mark's daughter Phoebe graduates from Hillsbourough H.S and heads for the University of Delaware with a purse full of scholarship cash.

Phoebe received the seal of Biliteracy in Chinese, and is also an accomplished musician, dancer and sandwich maker at Jersey Mike's. More than that she is a delightful human being.

She will enter the Honors Program in bio-medical engineering.
Peace, Bob"

 Vince's G'kids are graduating in droves and filling up colleges and universities all over the country...

G'son Matthew, the youngest of daughter Lisa's 3 boys, will be attending the University of Pittsburgh in Sept. He is a great kid, smart as a whip, and is looking forward to getting to college.

G'daughter Kelsey, stepdaughter of daughter Laura, is headed for the University of Miami

G'daughter Kassidy, stepdaughter of daughter Laura, is headed for Highpoint  University. 

 Jack's G'daughter Lily Scott, graduating from Bates College 

  Benjamin Robert Sanchez came into this world on Tuesday, March 23rd.  

He is the second child of Bob Filoramo's daughter, Katie. He weighed in at 7 lbs. and measured 19 inches tip to toe.

Benjamin is one of 20 first cousins! God has truly blessed the Filoramo clan. 

 We got word that John and Joann Ricci are Great Grandparents! They welcomed Joanne Elizabeth to the world in February.

We send our congratulations to John and Joann, to daughter Michele and husband Mark (the proud grandparents), and to grandson Mark Anthony and his wife Molly, the baby's proud parents... And of course, to Joanne Elizabeth!

It's somewhat ironic that the youngest of the '58ers still with us would be the first GGpop! -- Click the images to see these great photos --

A note from John...    "A picture of Joanne by herself and she already has more hair than me!!!"

 "Our oldest Gdaughter, Kortney, was married on October 3, 2020 to Kyle Butler at the Cloverdale Farm in Wrightstown, NJ. 

The wedding ceremony and reception were held outdoors in a beautiful setting, and the couple had great weather.

Kortney is the middle child of my younger daughter Laura. 

She is the 2nd Gkid to get married - her older brother Kurt tied the knot a little more than a year ago.