Hey I'm from MI too! What (another) coincidence haha ...Do you have a picture of this tomato and if so could you post a link to it? It may be that the tomato in question has another name and if that is a case I could probably tell you what it is. Or you may have in your possesion an extremely RARE family heirloom tomato!

The term Heirloom is given to an open-pollinated tomato that has been in circulation for over 50 years. If it was brought over in the 70's then it may not be an "Heirloom," but rather a "family heirloom." This simply means that it is not mainstream and therefore information on it will be hard to find. The best source of info would probably be from the Pastor's Mother. Best of Luck!

Here's a little link describing Heirlooms:
http://www.tomatofest.com/what-is-heirloom-tomato.html

And I'd really like to check out this variety if you have any spare seeds? I can trade you for any of the tomatoes listed on my members page. thanks!

Jon

I just tripped across this thread, and was wondering if anyone has grown this one out yet. Would like to get any additional information. Can't seem to find anything anywhere. Thanks....Heather