Friday we had his funeral. It was a very sweet experience. My brothers and sisters ALL did such a great job in honoring and remembering dad! I got to sit close with mom in case she needed a little moral support with Larry and Craig and Patt. Again, she was so peaceful and enjoyed the whole thing. The love I feel for each member of my family just keeps growing, which seems impossible - but is real. This experience has been very uniting and actually uplifting!
We drove to Alamo, Nevada to the cemetery, where he was laid to rest. He loved his home town and the people who live there. It was sweet to be gathered again. As the service concluded everyone got a flower from one of his arrangements for a keepsake, and we went to have a dinner that the ward there provided for our family. We had a really nice day! Here are a few of my favorite pictures from the day.
4 comments:
that was, surprisingly, a good day. i love my gramps.
p.s. why didn't you use your touch-up magic on my photo?
it was a lovely funeral susan. i left totally feeling like i knew your dad! when a whole life is condensed down into an hour & 1/2, it really brings out just how amazing people are & puts our mortal life into a whole new perspective. your brothers & sisters did such a good job on their tributes & jon's song was simply beautiful! it was an honor to be a part of it :)
our moms are stellar huh? i have a great great respect & reverence for our older widowed parents.
i love you.
one thing i wont miss.. you posting the UGLIEST pictures of me ever!!!
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