Deena Graham

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Deena Graham left a comment for Douglas Chesler

"Hey Doug,
Did you see Sue Sawka? Was she at the service? I don't know what her last name is now but would love to find her. We just saw the Brancatos a few weeks ago. Judy's email address is judy.bailey@verizon.net. She would love to hear from you.…"

Deena Graham left a comment for Douglas Chesler

"Dear Doug,
I was just with Kevin and Judy Bailey and I had forgotten how close you were with them. Judy and I just took a road trip to Florida (Thelma & Louise ) and we stopped and Kathy and Dennis Broncato's and saw a film that you were in. Your…"

Deena Graham left a comment for Nancy Mesquite

"I did get them. They are so cute. I know they keep you busy. I really appreciate you sending them. I love to see how everyone has changed and our children as adults. Time has certainly flown by."

Deena Graham left a comment for Nancy Mesquite

"Hi Nancy,
Great to hear from you. Please give our love to the family. Do you have any photo's you could share? I would love to see all of you and the babies. Wow 3 at time thats crazy."

Deena Graham commented on Deena Graham's photo

"It looks like he might have more hair though."

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Deena Graham left a comment for Joe Kriston

"If you have any close ups. I would love to see your faces better. I can't believe how much you look like our brother Joe. I will put a picture of him up on my page take a look."

Deena Graham left a comment for Joe Kriston

"I believe Debbi and Ralph were good friends at one time. He's not home for me to ask him but I think so. How about some family photo's to share?"

Deena Graham left a comment for Penny Marchand

"Hi Penny'
I am Carol Hall's sister and she asked me to look you up. She would love to hear from you. Please contact me through my email address. Thanks Deena Graham"

Deena Graham left a comment for John Lynn

"Hi John,
This is kinda cool. Now we don't have to keep asking you about so in so. I am looking for two people that are not on here Sue Cahoon from Jersey and Bruce Eisenstein from NY. Give my love to Elizabeth and we always have a good meal awaiting…"

Deena Graham left a comment for cindy vuto

"You sure didn't have much to say about yourself. Whats up Cindy?"

Deena Graham left a comment for Kirk Stegmeyer

"Are you related to April?"

Deena Graham left a comment for Jon Mahoney

"Same here Jon. You were a good friend and I'm happy to say our friendship is rekindled. I guess that we have something to be thankful for. We learned about God and Jesus Christ and we ended up with alot of friends that we would never had known."

Deena Graham left a comment for Jan Magiera

"Hi Jan,
It's been a long time. I don't know if you had heard that my mom passed away in 1998. She had cancer. It was a shock and very painful for our family. I wanted you to know that my mom sure did love you and Glen. I would love to hear…"

Deena Graham left a comment for PAUL DIONISIO,," vergilio..."

"You are so right. I love there music but it doesn't give me butterflies when I hear them sing like Ralph does when I hear him. Like I said having you as a friend is what makes them special."

Deena Graham left a comment for Joe Kriston

"Yep that was it. I know it was your idea I wasn't even old enough to get in to that kind of movie. What was I thinking going to a movie like that with a guy friend. Thanks for writing back. I hope we can stay in touch once in awhile. If you are ever…"

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Gender

Female

Birthday:

November 1

Age:

Way Corp group(s) I was in

7TH CORP SPOUSE

Where I live

Nashville

Married or Single

Married

Maiden Name

Vandergrift

About Me

Ralph and I have been married for 28 years. Our son Gabe 34 is married a second time to a wondeful girl Mandy. He has 3 children she has 2 Gabe adopted one of her's and they have one. So we have 6 grandchildren. Taylor 14, Avery 10, Mallory 10, Emma 8, Kendall 2, and Elliot 9months. They are God's greatest blessing to us. He really knew what He was doing with the grandparent thing. WOW! We have lived in Nashville since 1985 and love being here. I have been a photographer for 20 years. Ralph owns his own window cleaning company. He has about 12 employee's I think. He is not playing much but he still gives me butterflies at the sound of his voice. Joe lives here and we see him once in awhile. Saw alot of old faces ( from the past ) at Joe's 60th party last year. We attend a fellowship that Carol (my sister) and Michael have around the corner from us. We built our homes near each other about 5 years ago. We have a large part of our family living here now. Wouldn't move back to the cold country of Waukegan or New York ever again. My dad lives with Carol ,my mom passed away in 1998, Suzie is in Knoxville, Myrna in Buffalo, Bobbi Kay, Joe, and their families are here and my brother Will is in Illinois. There are 31 grandchildren , 21 children, and only 12 of them have produced these 31and only half of them we know are done, so the numbers will probably double at least the way this family procreates.

My Interests

I am involved at my grandchildren's school and my family.

Employment or Career

I am a professional photographer.

Music I Like

PDSTRO, Andre Bocelli, Gino Vanelli, Nora Jones, Elvis (or Lou Vuto ) Diana Krawl, Old Motown, and just about anything from the 60's and 70's that had soul. Marvin,Stevie, Al, Aretha, long list.

Books I Like

The left behind series. John Grisham novels ,and of coarse the bible

Television I like

Grey's Anatomy, American Idol, House, Fox news channel, Andy Griffith, Las Vegas, Without a Trace, 24

Movies I like

Braveheart, Funny Girl, Sleepless in Seattle, It's a wonderful Life,

Sports Teams I like

Chicago Bears, Bulls, Cubs ,Tennessee Titans Florida State ( because my grandson wants to be the quarterback someday)

My Email Address:

nonnyg@aol.com

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Kathy Ashley January 23, 2009 at 7:11am

De-e-e-e-ena! Girlfriend, it has been so long! The first thing I thought of when I saw your smiling face on this site was the last ROA I attended ( the first time I'd been to one in several years.) and you singing " Up from the grave she arose" while smiling and laughing. It still cracks me up - it's such a great visual of you in my mind. You and Ralph married for 28 years, wow, time flies.

Great to hear that you're loving TN, and yep, God really knew what He was doing with the grandmother gig. I have two, Ryan's sons Eban ( 2 1/2) and Jackson (18 months.) As soon as I figure this website out, I'll upload some pictures. Loved yours! Love you and Ralph :)
Barbara Gluckin Tompary January 3, 2009 at 3:11pm

Your photos are lovely. It was wonderful to see you in TN recently. Love to you, Barbara
Douglas Chesler July 28, 2008 at 1:27am

Dear Deena, I enjoyed seeing your pictures of all those beautifull children and of you & Ralph. I've been waiting anxiously for your reply so I can call the Baileys--- it was very sad to hear about Brett and Kevins' brother. My own best friend from childhood and our early days in the Word, Harry Sawka fell asleep last year, as we all fellowshipped with Kevin & Judy and the Broncatos. Do you remember Harry & Sue ? Her brother Doug played in the Billy Joel band. I'm sure you remember but it has been 25 years ago !!!?? I went to the Petersons' 2 kids birthday party the other day and still can't get over that they are 39 & 38 !!!??!! I think I am starting to be considered an "elder" in our little church up here---- okay so will you please come online so you will write me back-love, Doug
Douglas Chesler July 22, 2008 at 4:12am

Dear Deena, so glad to hear from you! I blogged Ralph awhile back and he said he might be coming to L.I. for some kind of music reunion this summer--- my wife Mary and I still love God and we fellowship with Vince Finnegan & John McCave. we all go to a great camp up on Lake George every summer that is a taste of paradise and we live 5 houses away from my long time friend Iris Jumper(10th. corps) as we run a fellowship together! I would love to get in touch with Kevin & Judy!!!! are they still in Jersey? please give me their phone # so I can call them -- so I am glad to hear you are doing well and I will be thanking our God for your lives ---Love you, Doug
Glenda Sue Morris June 22, 2008 at 1:55pm

Deena, you are more beautiful than ever. You are definitely blessed, and it shows.

I have always loved you.

Glenda Sue
Bernie Smith April 21, 2008 at 9:58am

Hi Deena:

I have no idea if you know who I am or not. I'm married to Donnie; he was good friends with your sister Carol when they both worked at Headquarters. We ran LEAD for a few years. I'm going to send you a personal email as I have some personal things I'd like to run by you.

Bless ya!
Bernie Smith
Nancy Mesquite March 4, 2008 at 7:10pm

Deena
I sent some pics to your email address listed in your bio. Let me know if you get them,
God Bless
Nancy
Nancy Mesquite February 21, 2008 at 10:46am

Hi Deena
God Bless. Your right the grandparent thing is the greatest. Skip and I have triplet grandchildren, Andrew, Ellie, and Benjamin. They are 3 1/2. They are Tiffany's children. You look great.
We are in CA. Skip is still playing a lot on the weekends.
God Bless
Nancy
Kerr Stewart Pelto February 7, 2008 at 4:17pm

aren't they fabulous? i could work on photos in the digital darkroom for ages at a time, not eat, not sleep. i just find it completely captivating.
Kerr Stewart Pelto February 7, 2008 at 7:08am

deena baby,
i am thrilled that you commented on my images (being the pro that you are!). i have a canon 20D. glad you like them!