I too have loved Johnny Mathis my entire life - never fortunate enough to meet him, but saw him in concert many times - such a lovely tribute, and such a fairy tale life!!
What a birthday tribute to your daughter Maria.. Fantastic photos..Wish I'd a had a Mom like you...and an "Uncle" like Johnny Mathis....lol Jane in Ohio
What a delightful video! This is such a pretty song and, having met Jill at the 40+3 get together in Las Vegas, I know just how beautiful she is and,it goes without saying, how handsome Uncle John is! Thank you for sharing these lovely photographs with us, Maria.
It was always nice to hear of Jill's successes through the years. I know how she feels. I'd love a song too if Johnny sang the name "Steve" ... makes it all the more special ... Maria Niemela has her special song "Maria". :-) Nice photos. Thanks Maria.
What a beautiful doughter you have Maria! And she can sing! I've seen and heard her on YouTube. How lucky she is to have John as her friend and 'uncle'. Berit.
What a fabulous tribute to a beautiful daughter!!!! I enjoyed this so much, thank you so very much for sharing it, 19Rebel57. And happy be-lated birthday to you, Jill. I hope the years ahead are wonderful for you.
Oh so beautiful Maria! Both you and Dawayne are blessed with such a beautiful and talented daughter and she is blessed to have you as parents as well. The photos are lovely and Uncle Johnny looks good too!!! Happy Birthday Jill and continued success and happiness. :)
Dear Jill: I wish you a Very Happy Birthday today!!!! What a Wonderful Birthday present is this from your Mum!!! You're so lucky, not even because you're so pretty and talented girl, but because you have a couple of beautiful and lovely Parents and the best Uncle you could ever have!!! My Best Wishes for this Day and Always!!!! I send you a Big Hug!!!
What a wonderful way to celebrate Jill's birthday - celebrating her musical career and friendship with Johnny. Jill has a beautiful voice so happy that John was a musical influence in her career choice. Nice to see all those beautiful costumes - some of them I've seen in person. Wishing Jill a wonderful birthday ... and hoping she continues to have many, many more.
Great video tribute to Jill. Best wishes to you, Jill, for a wonderful year ahead. What a winning smile and spirit.! And the song is just perfect for the occasion- and for Jill and Johnny's long time family friendship. Thanks for sharing- lovely. (you look terrific in those costumes, Jill!)
I too have loved Johnny Mathis my entire life - never fortunate enough to meet him, but saw him in concert many times - such a lovely tribute, and such a fairy tale life!!
cynicalwordsmith 2 months ago
What a birthday tribute to your daughter Maria.. Fantastic photos..Wish I'd a had a Mom like you...and an "Uncle" like Johnny Mathis....lol Jane in Ohio
gemeyes2 5 months ago
What a delightful video! This is such a pretty song and, having met Jill at the 40+3 get together in Las Vegas, I know just how beautiful she is and,it goes without saying, how handsome Uncle John is! Thank you for sharing these lovely photographs with us, Maria.
jmsgirlger1 6 months ago
It was always nice to hear of Jill's successes through the years. I know how she feels. I'd love a song too if Johnny sang the name "Steve" ... makes it all the more special ... Maria Niemela has her special song "Maria". :-) Nice photos. Thanks Maria.
yourpalsteve 6 months ago
Happy Birthday, Jill! What a lovely present from your Mom. You are blessed with beauty and a wonderful voice. Very much like "Our Johnny".
SYLMML 6 months ago
Felicidades., e sucesso.
milabluelady 6 months ago
"And every Jack must have a Jill,
On the twilight side of the hill."
And what a lovely Jill she is,
A shining star within show biz.
Her beauty's matched with a lovely voice,
Whenever she sings, you must rejoice.
It's a lovely song, with a lovely pairing,
You must be proud. Thanks for sharing.
TheRJRofFL 6 months ago
Great video. Lovely photos of Jill. You must be so proud of her,
mathismagic37 6 months ago
What a beautiful doughter you have Maria! And she can sing! I've seen and heard her on YouTube. How lucky she is to have John as her friend and 'uncle'. Berit.
beweau 6 months ago
Just want to wish you a Happy Birthday, Jill .... sending you lots of wishes for everything good in your life.
What a beautiful birthday gift, Maria, for your delightful talented daighter.
PeggyKoc 6 months ago
What a fabulous tribute to a beautiful daughter!!!! I enjoyed this so much, thank you so very much for sharing it, 19Rebel57. And happy be-lated birthday to you, Jill. I hope the years ahead are wonderful for you.
partridgelady 6 months ago
Oh so beautiful Maria! Both you and Dawayne are blessed with such a beautiful and talented daughter and she is blessed to have you as parents as well. The photos are lovely and Uncle Johnny looks good too!!! Happy Birthday Jill and continued success and happiness. :)
JohnnysGirl4Ever 6 months ago
Dear Jill: I wish you a Very Happy Birthday today!!!! What a Wonderful Birthday present is this from your Mum!!! You're so lucky, not even because you're so pretty and talented girl, but because you have a couple of beautiful and lovely Parents and the best Uncle you could ever have!!! My Best Wishes for this Day and Always!!!! I send you a Big Hug!!!
happymez 6 months ago
What a precious and meaningful Birthday tribute.
Best Wishes to you both always.
MaiteDelPilar 6 months ago
What a wonderful way to celebrate Jill's birthday - celebrating her musical career and friendship with Johnny. Jill has a beautiful voice so happy that John was a musical influence in her career choice. Nice to see all those beautiful costumes - some of them I've seen in person. Wishing Jill a wonderful birthday ... and hoping she continues to have many, many more.
MARTS54 6 months ago
Great video tribute to Jill. Best wishes to you, Jill, for a wonderful year ahead. What a winning smile and spirit.! And the song is just perfect for the occasion- and for Jill and Johnny's long time family friendship. Thanks for sharing- lovely. (you look terrific in those costumes, Jill!)
lenoremewton 6 months ago
Happy Birthday to your lovely daughter, Jill. May her year be filled with love, health, peace, joy and success. : )
Angela
ReadMeReadYou 6 months ago