9.07.2012

Celebrating a Life.

My grandfather died on August 22nd. He was good man. The kind they don’t make anymore. The kind that only knew how to work his very hardest, give his very best and love with all of his heart. He loved people and he loved life.


I think I could finally see through my grandfather’s eyes when I went home for his funeral. Where I come from had never seemed quite as beautiful to me. The landscape, the town, the sense of community, my family. I’ve never been so proud of my grandfather and my hometown. It’s amazing where life can take us and how it can grow us into new and even better people, but it’s always important to never forget where you come from and the people that shaped you.






























































4 comments:

  1. These are amazing pictures. So very proud of Dad and of our community. I love that all the family was here to honor him. Your words are so true and heartfelt and I am proud of you.

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  2. Love this tribute. One thing I believe is now that your grandparents (my parents) are no longer here to be the anchor, it is up to us to keep the ship tight and on course. For the years that I have left, I plan to remain close to my siblings and extended family and make sure that we get together often, since tomorrow is not guaranteed. I love you, Liz, and thank you for sharing so much of yourself in this blog via words and pictures! --Aunt Carol

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  3. Beautiful pictures, Liz ! You have an amazing talent ! Thank you for sharing the pictures and your thoughts on the wonderful man you called Grandpa. He was one of a kind. I am so honored to have known him and been a part of his "family" for so many years.

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  4. Beautiful pictures and an even more beautiful tribute to a man that seems to have influenced so many lives.

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