grandfather

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While speaking with the outlet, Russell revealed that his affinity for log cabins began in childhood, when he lived in a Rangeley, Maine, cabin constructed by hand by his grandfather in 1939.

From MarketWatch

"My grandfather sold brooms out of the back of a van," he says, recalling riding with him as young boy, as they would travel to sell cleaning equipment.

From BBC

“He brought that same spirit of dedication and encouragement to being a father and grandfather,” his children added.

From Los Angeles Times

She told the victims she was soon to inherit about £80m from her late grandfather.

From BBC

Spalding brought his grandfather’s ping-pong table to the volleyball room at school for more fun.

From Los Angeles Times