Category Archives: Culture

Grandpa the Nurseryman

Posted on January 18, 2021 by vanbraman

Earlier today I was having some nice memories of my Grandpa as I was pruning my roses. For many years my Grandpa worked for Interstate Nurseries in Hamburg, Iowa. Here is a picture of him working in a field of … Continue reading →

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A Stone for Silas

Posted on January 15, 2021 by vanbraman

Yesterday I received notification that the grave stone for my 3rd Great Grandfather Silas Calvin Ramsey had arrived in Des Moines. Once the weather has improved the stone will be placed at the cemetery. I will tell the story about … Continue reading →

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