It's certainly not something that's required in this day and age, but I think extending the courtesy and respect to her father is still worth it. I was in a similar position where I didn't know my wife's family that well when we got engaged, and I had to do it by phone. So I asked both her mom and dad on the phone, and they were very cool about it. I think it's really just a formality now days, but it definitely shows respect and gets the whole inlaw relationship off to a good start.
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