Stories from Rochester's Past
Meet Our Honor Roll: Allan Wendell Austin
By Deborah Larsen Allan Wendell Austin Allan Wendell Austin was born in Mendota, Illinois, on May 22, 1924, the son of Delbert and Edith Hansen Austin. He grew up in Dearborn and Detroit, Michigan, and was employed by National Twist Drill and Tool Company by 1942. His...
Meet Our Honor Roll: Warren Kay Peck
By Deborah Larsen Warren Kay Peck Warren Kay Peck was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 16, 1919, the son of Ward and Ethel Kay Peck. He was known to friends and family by his middle name, Kay. Kay and his family moved to Rochester around 1933. He attended Rochester...
Meet Our Honor Roll: Robert Louis Blome
By Deborah Larsen Robert Louis Blome Robert Louis Blome was born in Detroit, Michigan, on September 8, 1922, the son of Frederick and Leila Barribeau Blome. Robert grew up in Rochester and attended Rochester High School, graduating in the class of 1940. After high...