grandfather

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In a statement, his family described him as a "wonderful husband, father, and grandfather".

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Victor Dallin III, who goes by Vic, lives in Philadelphia, and followed his grandfather into aviation—although flying seemed to skip a generation in the family since Dallin himself warned his son against it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

A statement from the family, provided to People, described Gibb as a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and actor.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Many own investment properties themselves, and he notes the decision to grandfather the change protects them.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Jack would go back to his grandfather, while May and Phillip went back to their royal lives.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley