ginnyde Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Yesterday was Earl's Memorial. The weather was perfect, blue skies, temperature in the 70's, absolutely perfect. Earl wanted no memorial, he had told me that before he got sick. I told him then that was unfair to his family and he grudgingly agreed. We held it at our house and only invited people that were very close to us and had been there through this journey. I felt this was a good compromise. Earl did not like music with words and really liked the drums so we started the service with 'Wipe Out', his favorite song, to set the tone that this was a celebration of a fine man. His children all spoke, a few of the grandchildren did a reading, his sisters recalled his childhood, a good friend spoke and another friend sang. Earl had created a special garden in the back yard with a bench which was where we rested when we were out there working. Earl is now resting there, it is most appropriate, he loved our yard. Earl then took our family and friends to our favorite restaurant for one last dinner on him. I am sad beyond belief. But I am so lucky to have had 26 years with this man and to be surrounded by such love from family and friends. Please tell the people you love how much you love them everyday, tell them what a privilege it is to love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, It sounds like it was simply beautiful; a fitting tribute to a great and well loved man. Fondly, Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, How wonderfully perfect...what a great tribute to the Duke. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 I ditto Melinda it sounded beautiful. Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Tears are flowing! How incredibly beautiful. Ginny, you are the best! Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Beautiful Ginny. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, I wish time would pass so your pain would ease some. can I help somehow??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 How absolutely appropriate! Your tribute and memorial to, and celebration of the Duke's life sounds just perfect, Ginny. I can only imagine your sadness....and I hope that as each day passes, the sadness is replaced with loving memories and the gratitude you mention for having had all those wonderful years with Earl. You are on my mind a lot these days...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berisa Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Simple is the best. Only all loved ones surround are wonderful enough. Ginny, you are very strong and have a thankful heart. God Bless you and your family and dear friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renee_ky Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 I ditto was everyone else has said, it it absolutely beautiful! Ginny, Earl was TRULY lucky to have you for 26 years as well. Renee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, How beautiful. I am so happy that the weather was so nice for you and that the family was able to honor the Duke in such a sweet and personal way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, that sounds wonderful! ((((((((((((GINNY))))))))))))))) Love to you my friend. Connie B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Oh Ginny, Sounds so beautiful.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, What a wonderful tribute. You are in my prayers. TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelb Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Absolutely beautiful. Angela Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K and Kids Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, What a beautiful memorial. It sounds like it was the perfect way to remember your wonderful man. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny it sounded beautiful. Earl was smiling down from above Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 How perfect, Ginny. Thank you for sharing this with us. I have been wondering what you would do for Earl, and knew it would be a relfection of your very inspirational care of him and love for him. You're on my mind and in my prayers daily. Love, Nell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, What a beautiful day it must have been. May he rest in peace and prayers for you and your family. Thinking of you... God Bless and hugs, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny I think the Memorial Service sounds perfect. love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Job well done. Everyone has already said it all. Hugs and prayers. Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Dear Ginny, I'm sure that Earl would be relieved that you, not surprisingly, gave him such a perfect, appropriate send-off. And to know that he is resting there with you now must be something of a comfort, however difficult this time is for you. My mother, who died at the age of 95, threatened to come back and haunt us if we gave her a funeral. So I suggested a May Wine party outdoors at her house (she and my father always celebrated their anniversary this way), and she agreed that that would be ok. We like to think she enjoyed it. I hope that you are finding some peace and comfort now. Please let me know if there is anything at all that I can do for you - you, the person, who did so much for Earl and everyone else. Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny, you honored Earl in life, and you continue to do so after his death. What a beautiful way to be remembered. I'm sure you did The Duke proud. I think of you often, you and Earl, and you are both in my prayers. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy P Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Ginny - As everyone has said, it sounds absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing it with us. Much Love, Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Ginny - You two shared a very special love - and it still shows. (((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))) SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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