My grandmother was survived by daughters Tammy Mason, Dorey Welsh(Fotta) Son Timothy Fotta. I know she had other children from a previous marriage, not sure of their names but I think 2 boys. She lived with grandson Zackery Fotta(son of Dorey) whom she raised since a toddler. I'm not sure if Darden is a maiden name or married name as I have never heard about her parents or husband(s). I have never met my grandfather nor do I know his name or any info. I think she is originally from Maryland.I don't know what city. She was a very good person, had a strong belief in the Lord.What I did hear about her life was pretty terrible. Sounded as if she had a troubled childhood with some tramatizing experiences. Despite this she was an over-all happy person. I loved her a lot!
Portrait photographs and paintings of our loved ones and ancestors.
Before photos we had paintings of family members - most usually these were reserved for the well off. The era of modern photography began with the daguerreotype, in 1839. Since the advent of photogr...