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She brought her late dad's vintage camera to her wedding. The film developed with a surprise
By Rachel Paula Abrahamson | TODAY at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 5 min read
For years, Mia Chard imagined what her wedding day would feel like without her dad.
Her father, Doug Chard, who died in 2018 at age 72 after a long illness, had been one of her closest companions.
Mia describes her father as “tough and tender.” Friends often thought he looked intimidating, ...
Key takeaway Her father, Doug Chard, who died in 2018 at age 72 after a long illness, had been one of her closest companions.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
As a San Francisco community, we often see the impact of family and personal history on our residents' lives. Mia Chard's story, though not directly based in San Francisco, resonates with the city's emphasis on family and community ties. The fact that her mother owned a wedding business and Mia spent years helping with weddings, only to later find her own partner, speaks to the complexities of relationships and the role of family in our lives. The use of her father's vintage camera as a way to keep him present on her special day also highlights the importance of preserving memories and traditions. In a city like San Francisco, where people from diverse backgrounds come together, stories like Mia's remind us of the significance of personal heritage and the ways in which our loved ones continue to influence our lives, even after they're gone.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? For years, Mia Chard imagined what her wedding day would feel like without her dad.
Her father, Doug Chard, who died in 2018 at age 72 after a long illness, had been one of her closest companions.
Mia describes her father as “tough and tender.” Friends often thought he looked intimidating, ...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 25, 2026 by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) and curated for The San Francisco readers.
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