gathering information

I am gathering information for a fun children's style book on Papa.  It has been an interesting journey for me so far.  I have been attending the "Papa's Party" for many years as I married into the family.  I did not know Papa personally and so talking with those who knew him has been informitive and wonderful to hear stories of his life.  I met with Sarah Allen this week and received a copy of the CD which was done a year ago as part of Papa's Party.  Thanks to those who took the time to create and share this with the family! 

A friend of mine showed me a book that she had done on her Grandfather, which shared his life story in the form of a hard bound children's book with pictures.  It got me thinking and wondering which ancestor to begin with, and since Papa's Party was coming up I decided to research Papa.  I was very surprised that not much information was available on his life that I knew about.  The Blue Pyper books have a short write up about him and his family.  There are a couple of one page histories and then just this week (thanks to Sarah Allen a granddaugther) I have a copy of the history written by Althora.  I will work to add pictures and history information that I have collected thus far and hope that others will share.  I also understand that for Papa's birthday one year they made a collection of memories of the children and grandchildren.  I haven't been able to get a copy of this collection so far, I will be trying to meet with Marion and some of her daughters, since they most likely have the most information.  Please feel free to share!
Thanks!
Carolee

Papa Pyper Reunion

We are looking for imput on Papa Pyper. Any information and/or pictures would be appreciated. Thanks family.