George Beitler Hylander

Ah...Uncle Bud. What a fabulous fella, and another relative that I never had the pleasure of meeting. He was my grandfather's first cousin and also his best friend. My Grandad always spoke so highly of Uncle Bud, telling me once "He was a good man. not squeamish or factitious." After my grandfather passed, I inherited Bud's wife, Blanche's, Amelia Earhart suitcase. Inside I discovered old photos, medals, and even Uncle Bud's Boy Scout sash with all of his badges. Here are some of the fabulous photographs that I am now the proud owner of: