As sad and hard as funerals can be, Gramps' was all that. He was such a good guy and we will all miss him so much. I cried all the way through my talk, but I did feel like I was able to convey my love for him, and I guess that is all that matters. I am so thankful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. What a blessing it is to know that I will be able to see Gramps again, and hear his laugh, and give him a great big hug. It is still really hard right now, but without that hope it would be absolutely devastating.
One neat thing about the grave dedication was that Gramps received full military honors. He served in the navy and so 4 navy people came and saluted as the casket went by. There were two flags the casket went through, and then they folded the flag on top of the casket, gave it to my Grams and presented it to her "On behalf of the president of the United States." Once again, I'd rather have Gramps, but it was really nice to have the recognition he deserved for his service to our country. Here are some of the pics. And yes, it was in the middle of a blizzard and it was very cold!
Good-bye Gramps, I love you!
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THat is great that you were able to give a talk. That will be something special to remember. That is nice that you have so many fun memories from your grandpa too.
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