Today's post is not a letter to Brian, but a note to let anyone that doesn't already know become aware of a few things...
First of all, on May 16, 2008 there will be a KEEP BELIEVING event held at St. Richard's church (my grade school Alma Mater) to celebrate Brian's life. This makes me very uncomfortable to mention this here as so many of you have already received emails and notifications about this. Also, it makes me uncomfortable because "generous" does not begin to describe how people have been to us in the last few weeks and months. It is humbling beyond words. I have been assured by those putting on the event that there are many looking forward to celebrating Brian again or offering their condolences to us because they were unable to attend the funeral. So, I would like to say, that this is NOT A SOLICITATION FOR FUNDRAISING. It is a notification of a way to celebrate Brian doing exactly what he loved - playing cards surrounded by those he loved and enjoyed. Please know if you have already donated or just don't feel like donating, don't let that keep you from coming if you are otherwise inclined. We just want to celebrate and remember Brian again.
Here is the website with lots of information:
Also, for those of you who were unable to attend the funeral, I wanted to share with you the eulogy that Brian's best friend and best man, John Stork, delivered at the service. A full copy can be found here: http://3boysundermyroof.blogspot.com/2009/03/life-of-brian.html
It is a beautiful and accurate analogy of Brian's life and legacy.
Lastly, someone left a Columbia fleece-lined jacket at the Irish Wake bonfire the night of the funeral at Ed and Jan's. If it is yours, shoot me an email and we can figure out how to get it to you.
And that is all for today, folks!
KEEP BELIEVING
thanks for the link, it was so amazing!
ReplyDeleteYea!!! I'm the first one to post! That's never happened!
ReplyDeleteI'm coming to the "Brian Rocked" event. I'll be solo. Can't wait!
Kara
What? Who's Cheryl? She beat my post. Damn, guess I'll have to try next time.
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An excellent eulogy--thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteAngie - Thanks for posting about the event in St. Louis. We are looking forward to joining you, the family, and your friends there -- (seems awkward to use the term "looking forward to it" but I know you know what I mean). Love, Karye
ReplyDeleteHi Angie, I'm Jill, one of your regular blog stalkers, brought here from a couple blogs that I read. I wanted you to know that I've been praying for you and your kids in the wake of Brian's passing. You are such a strong woman. I read that eulogy, and I just had a big smile on my face and a lump in my throat at the same time, learning about the kind of man Brian was. Thank you for sharing. I will continue to pray for your strength.
ReplyDeleteAngie, We have learned to play euchre in anticipation of the event. I think of Brian every time I play the game. Somehow I think he'd like that. :-) We'll see you in St. Louis. -Karla
ReplyDeleteAm I missing a poker game? I live WAY too far away from you...
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