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90 Years!

July 14, 2016 By Carole

Today is a pretty special day for my family. I’m going to share a few pictures from recent years along with a couple of links to some posts I’ve written in the past and it’s all in honor of my father-in-law, Jack.

Jack at 90 for carole knits

Here’s Jack last night, sitting on his porch, relaxing after a day of work. Yes, work.

jack with 5 kids silly faces for carole knits

Three years ago all 5 of his children were together to celebrate Father’s Day with Jack for the first time in many years. They’re a goofy bunch but they get that from him.

jack with everybody for carole knits

He’s a proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Five years ago, I wrote this birthday post for Jack.

Jack and his daughters in the limo blog size

Six-ish years ago Jack was the Grand Marshal for our town’s Christmas Parade.

Jack's Service blog size

He’s always around to lend a helping hand. To check on a vehicle that’s acting up, to offer a ride somewhere to simplify things, to hand you some cash just because.

Ten years ago, we had this party.

And, most important of all, ninety years ago today my father-in-law, Jackie Oscar Julius, entered this world.

jack and carole parade 2 for carole knits

I’m grateful every day for him and the family I have because of him. And I feel incredibly blessed to be able to wish him a happy birthday on this epic occasion.

Jack the Grand Marshal blog size

He’s not a computer guy so he doesn’t read my blog but in the past when I have written about him I have printed out the comments for him to read and he has loved it. If you’ve got a moment to spare today to wish this wonderful man a happy 90th birthday I promise you I will make sure those wishes are passed along to the birthday boy.

Along with two of his favorite things: pizza and beer.

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Comments

  1. Sean says

    July 14, 2016 at 6:50 am

    Happy Happy birthday from a new neighbor–we just moved in 1.5 month ago (on the other side of the river.)

    I look forward to meeting you in person one day.

  2. Bonny says

    July 14, 2016 at 6:59 am

    Happy, Happy Birthday, Jack! I hope you have a great day today and a wonderful time on your next trip around the sun. I wish I could buy you a beer in person, but since I can’t, I’ll be raising my glass to you this evening.

  3. Mary K. In Rockport says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:05 am

    The 90’s are GOOD years!

  4. Chris says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:09 am

    Happy Birthday, Jack!! You sound like guy I would like to hang out with?. Wishing you much happiness on your special day and he days to come.

  5. TMK45 says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:18 am

    Happy birthday Jacko. The nicest man I know. With love from the Kerrigans.

  6. Robby says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:29 am

    I think purpose and meaningful relationships keep us young. I expect Jack has those in abundance. Wishing him a very happy birthday.

  7. Kelly K says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:40 am

    A big HUGE HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY Jack!! You’re looking great!!!! ???

  8. psmflowerlady/tammy says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:45 am

    Well hey good lookin’! Wishing you a year of joy and delight!

  9. Jo-Ann says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:47 am

    May your birthday bring you as much happiness as you give to those who are lucky enough to know you. Happiest of birthday wishes to a man I am privileged to know and love <3

  10. AsKatKnits says

    July 14, 2016 at 8:27 am

    Dear Jack, Wishing you the happiest of birthdays today!

  11. Patty says

    July 14, 2016 at 8:29 am

    Happy, Happy Birthday Jack! I shall raise a glass in your honor as well this evening!

  12. Vera says

    July 14, 2016 at 8:29 am

    Hi Jack, here’s wishing you the happiest birthday and a most fabulous year ahead!! And, hey, pizza and beer are two of my favorite things too — enjoy!

  13. Josee says

    July 14, 2016 at 8:41 am

    A very happy birthday to a very special guy! May your day and year be filled with nothing less than what you love and enjoy the most. Cheers!

  14. Jo says

    July 14, 2016 at 8:51 am

    Wishing you a happy birthday and a new year filled with your beautiful families, fun times, and fulfilling days!

  15. Bridget says

    July 14, 2016 at 9:14 am

    Happy Happy Birthday! I hope you have many more to enjoy with what looks to be a great and fun family! We should all be so lucky as you are.

    Have a beer for me while you’re at it. 🙂

  16. Laura says

    July 14, 2016 at 9:16 am

    Happy Birthday Jack! Wishing you a year of health and happiness.

  17. Debbie says

    July 14, 2016 at 9:19 am

    Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Jack!

  18. Phyllis Lefeaux says

    July 14, 2016 at 9:42 am

    Happy, happy day! Thank you for all the joy and goodness you have given the world. Would that there were more like you!

  19. Bertha Mallard says

    July 14, 2016 at 9:52 am

    Happy Birthday, Jack. You are a remarkable guy. I pray you will have many more happy and healthy years.

  20. Kathy says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:19 am

    Incredible! Happy Birthday, Jack! Have a fantastic year and look forward to celebrating with you next year!

  21. Kim in Oregon says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:42 am

    Happy birthday sir! I hope I look as good as you when I’m 90 (heck, when I’m 60!).

  22. Ann says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:42 am

    Happy Birthday from a California blog reader! I love to hear stories about people who are enjoying life and making the best of each day and today I got to read about you. Have a wonderful 90th celebration!

  23. Martha says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:53 am

    Happy Birthday Mr. Julius! I hope you get LOTS of pizza and beer. You’ve earned it!

  24. Vicki says

    July 14, 2016 at 11:22 am

    Wow Jack, you look many decades younger than 90! I hope you have a very Happy Birthday! If I lived near you I’d bring you a big ole’ pizza, which is my favorite food too. I hope you have many many more birthdays.

  25. margene says

    July 14, 2016 at 11:58 am

    How wonderful to have a this giving and kind man as your father-in-law. May he have many more healthy years!

  26. sprite says

    July 14, 2016 at 12:14 pm

    Happy birthday, Jack! I wish you a wonderful day filled with everything and everyone you like best!

  27. Suzanne says

    July 14, 2016 at 1:12 pm

    Happy Birthday Jack! Have a great day!

  28. Barbara Seiver says

    July 14, 2016 at 2:19 pm

    Happy birthday to a guy who lives with real style!

  29. sharon says

    July 14, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Happy Birthday Jack….wishing you many many more!

  30. christi in ma says

    July 14, 2016 at 4:48 pm

    Happy Happy Birthday Jack!!!!

  31. Gwen says

    July 14, 2016 at 5:39 pm

    Happy birthday from another birthday celebrant! 🙂 It’s a very good day for cake and that sort of thing.

  32. Dawn says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:39 pm

    Happy, Happy 90th Birthday Mr. Julius!! Hope your day is filled with all you love best!!

  33. Melissa says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:54 pm

    Happy Birthday Jack. I hope you are having a wonderful day and that the coming year with me full of good things and times with family and friends.

  34. Kim says

    July 14, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    A very, very Happy Birthday Jack!!!

  35. Mary says

    July 14, 2016 at 9:40 pm

    all my best wishes for a very happy birthday, Jack! I’ve loved reading about you and your wonderful life and legacy on Carole’s blog. I hope you had a piece of pizza for me and a beer! – Mary

  36. Cindy fanning okelly says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:20 pm

    i have so many fond memories of Jack and Ruthie. Crazy neighbors of ours on Central Street. Fellow Boy Scout leader with my Dad. Always there when I needed a car repair or a sweet smile and a funny joke. Happy birthday Jack. And many more!

  37. Jan says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:58 pm

    The happiest wishes to carry you thru the year! Jack you are a feature delight.

  38. Sue says

    July 14, 2016 at 11:47 pm

    Happy B-day, Jack. 90 years is indeed a milestone. Congratulations.
    I love that pizza and beer are favorites of yours. Me too!
    I hope you have many more happy years with your family. Best Wishes, Sue

  39. Laurie says

    July 15, 2016 at 6:30 am

    Jack, hoping you have the BEST of all possible birthdays!

  40. Jes says

    July 15, 2016 at 10:25 am

    Wow 90 years young. Eating pizza drinking beer. Keep the fire burning.
    Happy Birthday Jack!

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