Andy Negra Jr., born on May 28, 1924, in Avella, Pennsylvania, joined the U.S. Army in 1943, serving with the 6th Armored Division in Europe during World War II. He fought in Normandy, the Battle of the Bulge, and helped liberate Buchenwald concentration camp, later serving in Germany's Army of Occupation. Discharged in 1945, he was awarded the French Legion of Honor and several campaign medals. In 1946, he married Viola, and they were together for 72 years until her passing in 2017. After a career with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, he retired in Georgia near family, with three children, two grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.

Barbara lives with her husband in Louisville, Kentucky. She is an avid maker and crafter who especially enjoys cross-stitching and crossword puzzles. She is a music lover with an eclectic collection and a hardcore Louisville Cardinals fan. Barbara enjoys using her GrandPad to exchange photos and videos with family, participate in virtual family gatherings and movie nights via Zoom, and of course, jam to some good music. As a GrandAdvisor, she has contributed to several tech updates to the GrandPad including emoji’s and the Motown music station.

Betty Roche is a remarkable woman who has been a supportive friend and neighbor to those around her for over 39 years since she was widowed. With three children and six grandchildren, Betty is a caring family-oriented person. Despite her lack of technology skills, she has been finding the GrandPad easy to use and loves the device's clear and user-friendly interface. As she grows more comfortable with the device, Betty is using it more often each day. She particularly enjoys listening to her local radio station on her GrandPad, and she is learning how to play games on it. You can spot Betty in a crowd thanks to her distinctive glasses, and she can also be seen around her local nursing homes where she is well-known due to her frequent visits.

Carol lives in Wallingford Connecticut at the Continuing Care Retirement Community and has been there for the past 13 years. She is very involved in her community and is currently the chairperson of the Welcome Committee. She enjoys using technology for educational purposes and was an early adopter when the PC came out 40 years ago. Carol enjoys using her GrandPad to stay in touch with her friends.

Carol moved from East Battle Lake Minnesota to Wabasha Minnesota back in 2020. She loves reading, participating in book clubs, singing, walks, traveling, socializing with friends and playing Goren Bridge. Carol uses her GrandPad to stay connected with her two daughters and son. She enjoys using her GrandPad to view pictures and videos sent from her family such as her granddaughter’s college soccer activities.

Craig lives with his wife Eileen in Rochester Minnesota. He enjoys strolls to Downtown Rochester and participates in the outdoor activities and concerts. Craig loves to ride his bicycle, read books and socialize with friends. He uses the GrandPad to connect with his children and grandchildren. Craig and his wife love connecting with their great granddaughter who lives in Denver and continue to watch her grow.

Dean is a lifetime resident of Wabasha, Minnesota and is an active member of the community, including being a long time member of the Wabasha City Council. Dean is a tech enthusiast who loves learning about how technology can be used to improve the quality of life for people with physical disabilities. Dean loves the ease of use of GrandPad and is a key contributor to GrandPad Radio.

Ed is a Pearl Harbor survivor and served our country in the US Army Air Corp for nearly 5 years and was awarded 3 Bronze Stars for valor, yet he is most proud of his family. He never eats breakfast
alone, as he video chats with his oldest son each morning on his GrandPad.
At 104, Ed starts every single morning listening to music on his
GrandPad. He also loves to keep in touch with his family and golf buddies through regular video calls. "Face to face is the best part," he says, and "I love looking at the photos, too, especially the great-grandkids."

Eileen currently lives with her husband Craig in Rochester Minnesota. She enjoys walking over to Downtown Rochester with Craig through the skyway and subway for all the outdoor activities and concerts. She loves to read, play games, and socialize with friends. She uses the GrandPad to connect with her 4 children, 8 grandchildren and friends. Eileen thoroughly enjoys when her 82 year old brother easily calls her with his GrandPad regularly.

John recently moved to Wabasha Minnesota in January of 2022 with his newlywed wife Carol. A former avid cyclist, he still remains active but now prefers walks around town with his wife. John enjoys using his GrandPad on a regular basis to connect through video calls with his daughter Angela, who lives in Chicago.

Louise has been living in Manti, UT for the past 36 years. She enjoys cooking and baking for friends and family. Louise has a beautiful family of 36 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren. She loves to use her Grand Pad to connect with all 9 of her children and close friends. Louise enjoys using all the features of the Grand Pad, in particular she loves to share photos and browse the internet.

Mary and Jim have been happily married for over 50 years, raising three children and embracing the love of their six adored grandchildren. Mary's remarkable talent in crafting shines through her knitting, where she donates much-needed cardigans and hats for premature babies in Dublin's neonatal units. She also crafts and sells personalized cards for every occasion, showcasing her creativity at craft fairs across the country. Ever the explorer, Mary has embraced using her GrandPad and proudly shares its capabilities with everyone she meets. Her life is a beautiful blend of love, compassion, and artistic expression, leaving a lasting impact on those touched by her creations and infectious zest for life.

Nano is a loving mother of six children, proud grandmother to eleven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Despite recently losing her husband, Nano has remained strong and relies on her family for support. Nano has been a homemaker all her life, and has enjoyed her years living on a dairy farm with her husband Tom. She has had limited exposure to technology but now manages to use a smartphone out of necessity. One of her sons lives in Australia and another in Portugal, and since beginning to use GrandPad, she has found it easy to maintain a close relationship with them. Video calls have become a frequent routine which allows her to see their faces and create a sense of closeness. Nano has been amazed by the ease and simplicity of using the GrandPad, she is now able to share holiday photos and moments with her loved ones with minimal confusion and issues.

Richard resides in Anaheim Ca and lives in a home that he built with his father and two carpenters when he was just a teenager. He enjoys music, playing in bands, swimming, cycling, gardening, beekeeping, boating, hiking and outdoor group activities. He uses his GrandPad to stay connected with family and friends. Richard loves that his GrandPad is secure and that he no longer receives calls from solicitors or “junk” emails. He also enjoys the help button feature that connects him to helpful and friendly GrandPad staff.