Conversation with Cousin Richard Allan Bayne-Aunt Wesilina 3rd child

Description

Richard told stories of growing up in Muskegon County. Stories of his parents, his parents his siblings and all the places he moved, 21 in total before he was in 8th grade. He told us of times he got in trouble and some of the really tough places he lived. The family struggled with steady work and places to live. Rich was in the army, spent time in Germany and came home to 31 years at Muskegon Piston Ring. Cousin Rich believes in the power of a good hug and staying in touch. You always know if he has knocked on your door when you were out as there will be something out of place on your porch and usually right at your front door! He has been Santa for the Whitehall Christmas parade for the last 40 years or so, maybe more!

Participants

• StoryCorps User
  
• Joan Frances Sanderlin
  
• Beth Adkins
  
• Richard Bayne
  

Interview By

• shersu