I love you guy's I really do
Gluey you are right I would be there to support anyone of you instantly!
The funeral service was a very beautiful one. So many turned out to remember my dad. Was filled with my dad's favorite songs and reflections that my siblings wrote. I tried to find the right words but I wasn't able to
. A fellow firefighter who happens to be a family friend performed the eulogy. Was so touching and very loving. My family and I were more than pleased with what was said.
As we lined up for the funeral procession I watched the firetruck come out that had my dad's casket on top. Just sat in the car and cried thinking that the tears would never end. Before we pulled out of the parking lot they sounded the fire alarm one last time for my dad. To say that tore at my heart is putting it mildly. As we pulled into the street we saw fireman standing on each side saluting. Amongst them was firegear that had been laid out in front of them.
When we reached the cemetery someone was waiting there to play the bagpipes. As the pallbearer's,my 4 brothers and 2 family friends,carried the casket the bagpipes played. Slowly we made our way to the site and the final part of the service began. Near the end they played "Taps" as my dad had been in the Army when he was younger. After the same gentleman with the bagpipes played "Amazing Grace" to end it all. As he played he walked away slowly so that the music began to fade. By that time the tears were flowing nonstop. More so than when my mom was presented with the flag that had covered my father's casket. May be hard to believe but I feel that today is harder than yesterday. Never thought it could become more painful than what we have already been through.
My dad's side of the family and friend's have been so wonderful with offering support. Keep telling us that if we need anything at all then to let them know. Some have brought food around so that we wouldn't have to worry about that right now.
I have discovered so much good in this world throughout it all. This site has introduced me to some of the greatest friend's that one could ever ask for. Tougher times are still to come but yet I know that I have so many shoulders to lean upon,thank you