samantha25
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Post by samantha25 on Jul 23, 2014 17:03:51 GMT
We did a memorial service for my dad at his favorite home town park. Over 200 people came to celebrate. We strung up tons of pictures with twine/clothespins. We had great food and drink. I heard some great stories. Everyone said it was a great celebration and the best "funeral" ever. No somberness, etc. just good laughter, tears and toasts. We spread his ashes at some of his favorite places. We also had a nice distraction and something to focus on- as an ending to our "little miss sunshine" story, my niece competed in our local county fair beauty pageant. The whole family helped her prepare. She didn't win, but we had a lot of fun. We'll miss you, but what a way to go out with a bang. Love you.
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Post by pattipea on Jul 23, 2014 17:07:13 GMT
Sounds like a wonderful day. The kind of day, I'm sure, your dad would have wanted. (((hugs)))
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NoWomanNoCry
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on Jul 23, 2014 17:07:54 GMT
*hugs* glad things went well for his farewell.
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Post by lucyg on Jul 23, 2014 17:10:39 GMT
It sounds nice. I'm sorry for your loss.
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The Birdhouse Lady
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Post by The Birdhouse Lady on Jul 23, 2014 17:15:12 GMT
Sounds like it was a great celebration of his life. Well done.
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rodeomom
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Post by rodeomom on Jul 23, 2014 17:18:29 GMT
Wow I think that is wonderful! What a great way to celebrate his life. |
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sharlag
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Post by sharlag on Jul 23, 2014 17:18:46 GMT
That's great! I've been surprised at the laughter that I've experienced at funeral gatherings. Seeing folks you haven't seen in ages, reminiscing... a good way to share the moment and remember.
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scrappert
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Post by scrappert on Jul 23, 2014 17:35:53 GMT
That sounds wonderful. I am glad you had your final goodbye with laughs and good memories.
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Post by colleen on Jul 23, 2014 17:41:28 GMT
What a nice celebration of his life! I'm sorry for your loss.
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Post by NanaKate on Jul 23, 2014 18:08:52 GMT
Sounds wonderful! (((HUGS)))
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tiffanytwisted
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Post by tiffanytwisted on Jul 23, 2014 18:15:23 GMT
Sorry for your loss, but what a great way to celebrate his life.
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Post by jenjie on Jul 23, 2014 18:43:46 GMT
<3
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~Susan~
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Post by ~Susan~ on Jul 23, 2014 18:52:40 GMT
Sounds awesome! I'm sure he would have loved it.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Jul 24, 2014 8:38:00 GMT
I'm sorry for your loss. It sounds like it was a beautiful farewell. How nice that you were all able to support each other in such a happy way. Hugs.
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