We discussed the details at the funeral home. Evelyn brought a list of notes my father-in-law, Tom, had written to include in the obituary.
Tom was a veteran who served as a tank commander in Korea. He loved all people and esteemed them, whether they were janitors or held lofty positions. He answered to Papa by the grands.
The family decided to do the graveside funeral themselves—it would be with family and close friends. Tom would dig a small hole for the urn the day before.
The memorial service will be at the church after the burial. Instead of flowers, donations will be accepted to the Mount Hermon Presbyterian Church.
I didn't know whether to give flowers or donate to the church, as they desired. Kimberly wanted all white flowers, so I got a lovely arrangement to take to the burial site before anyone arrived. It would be nice for the family to see flowers upon arrival.
The night before the funeral, we went to Evelyn's for dinner. I took the flowers for everyone to enjoy.
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