Childhood in Delaney Park Little League

I remember being the first girl to play little league baseball in Delaney Park Little League - with 3 brothers also playing ball there, it was pretty much a given that I'd play there too. I remember that one game where I got 4 kids out in 2 innings! Glad to see Delaney Park is still beautiful and that Delaney Park Little League is still going strong.

My fondest memories in Orlando

As Mayor, when I think about Orlando’s history, the people that have helped shape our city into a vibrant, inclusive place come to mind. From Dr. Philip Phillips, who built one of the world’s largest citrus operations here in the 1920s, to civil rights icon Father Nelson Pinder and many others, countless individuals have played roles in our community’s growth into a dynamic city that has something for everyone.But as a father and grandfather, when I think about Orlando’s history, family comes to mind. That’s because Orlando is a great place to raise children. Our community is compassionate, welcoming and…

Orlando Rubber Stamps and Sign Co., Inc.

My grandfather, R. C. de Guehery, moved to Orlando from Hannibal, Missouri in 1937 or 1938 with his wife Lois and two sons, Lindsey and Bill. They lived in Merritt Park which is the neighborhood near Harry P. Leu Gardens. Lois passed away in 1938 leaving a life insurance policy worth $25,000 which was a very large amount of money in those times.Grandpa moved to a rooming house and began contemplating opening up his own business. Lindsey left Rollins to join the Navy, flying search and rescue missions in the South Pacific for two and a half years. My Dad…

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