You all are now young adults. I have often wondered if you have ever questioned why you have not had a Blacklidge grandfather and step-grandmother in your lives for these many years. I wonder about what you have been falsely told by those really responsible for our absence.
At some point, you may want to know the full story. You and we have missed much in these years. Marcia and I wanted very much to be a part of your lives. We want the very best for you on your paths…. always have.
Our love,
Your Grandfather Kent and Step-grandmother Marcia
The Kokomo Dispatch — Pledged but to Truth, To Liberty and Law, No Favor Sways Us and No Fear Shall Awe: Poynter/Kautz/Blacklidge