$1,159
comprising one autographed letter signed by J. D. Presley, written in pencil to Mr. and Mrs. Pepper and Gary "Jerry," dated July 22, 1968, one autographed letter signed by J. D. Presley, written in black and blue pen to "Mr. Pepper and family" dated December 5, 1965. Both are accompanied by postmarked envelopes with the return address Louisville, Kentucky. Jessie D. McDowell (J. D.) Presley, father of Vernon Presley, married Minnie Mae Hood in 1913. He remained estranged from his family after leaving his wife, Elvis' grandmother, in 1946, and remarrying Vera (Kinnard) Leftwich. In the present letter, J. D. Presley thanks Gary and his family for sending photographs and updates them on the progress of Vera's health and his current job.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2009-10-18
