We were saddened to recieve the news that Grandpa has passed away. The saddness is in our separation but our joy is in knowing that Grandpa and Grandma are together again and are waiting to recieve us when we all ineveitably pass on through the veil.
Our joy is also in the wonderful memories that Grandpa has left with all of us. I just remembered one of my earliest memories was from Tucumcari. We drove somewhere in Grandma and Grandpa's car, an old 1950's station wagon. I remember as we arrived at their house, it was late and I pretended to be asleep. I still remember the warmth and comfort of Grandpa carrying me into the house. That is the kind of warm memories that Grandpa has left for everyone. You can't think of Grandpa without thinking of him making you and everyone else smile. I have never met anyone who could crack as many jokes as Grandpa.
I am grateful that my kids were able to be with Grandpa one last time before we departed for Italy. These pictures are from the last time that we were with Grandpa, in October of '07 at Clay's house in Durango (Grandpa drove himself up from Aztec!). I look forward to the day when we are able to re-unite with him and Dad and Grandma when we too fly away.
We are saddened that we can't meet with you all to celebrate Grandpa's life. We hope that this dedication reminds you our spirits are with you even though we are physically far removed.
We love you all.
We love you Grandpa.
Pete, Denise, Jessica, Peter, Nicole, Rachel, Paul
6 comments:
Your comments about Great-Grandpa Lawrence were very touching. I was very saddened at the news but then overcome with joy when I realized (when Grandma pointed it out) that she would now be able to be sealed to her parents in the temple (in 1 year)!
Your song is beautiful!
Love,
Becky
p.s. I really enjoyed seeing you all and appreciate the time you took away from your normal schedule to hang-out around the ruins with me! hehe I miss you all so much already!
What nice voices. So sorry to hear about your great-grandpa's passing.
what a beautiful tribute!
You guys made me cry! I'm sorry to hear about the death, but how wonderful that he is welcomed by loved ones, especially his wife. I miss you guys! Beautiful song!
that was a beautiful respite. i hope you all are well in your time of mourning. i'm sorry to hear about your great-grandpa's passing.
I also wanted to wish Denise a happy birthday.
what a beautiful song.
What a beautiful tribute to a loved one. We wish comfort to you and your family in this time of loss.
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