~From an Irish headstone
Dear Family and Friends,
We are still finalizing our plans, but the Celebration of Jack's life will be this Saturday at 2pm at Cook Memorial Park in Todd.
There will be a chance for everyone who wishes to speak to say a few words about Jack, share a memory or favorite quote or if you wish to sing or play a song for Jack.
The celebration service will then continue at one of our dear friends Mary Love and Dave's house here in Todd.
Per his wishes, Jack will be cremated as soon as possible, which looks like it will be first thing tomorrow morning. I know Jack has left his earth bound body and has been lifted up, but if you would think of him and the love he brought at some point in the morning, maybe a prayer, it would be appreciated. Thanks to other dear friends of ours Tom Sternal and Sebastian, now he will be laid down in a fine poplar box for the cremation. The folks at the funeral home said in their years there they had never had anyone provide something for their loved ones to be cremated in and they thought it was beautiful. I know Jack, even being the minimalist he was, loved the thought and I'm sure is now honored with how it was handcrafted with love for him.
Many may not know that Jack was not only an avid reader, but wanted very much to write a book and was a poet and songwriter.
I want to share with you a poem he called death.
I want to share with you a poem he called death.
DEATH
Am I lucky
Am I lucky
If I have time
to say goodbye
What's the Cost?
Or is it best
if the line
is cut loose
whilst taut?
Sweet fate
Who's light
is too bright
to see ahead
Pray I'm ready
to meet
your embrace
when you call.
~ Jack Rielly
Jack was ready. He chose the time to say goodbye...
you are shining bright in the light of the sunrise and sunsets.
In the twilight and when the moon is high and stars guide my way
I will think of you.
I will carry your love in my heart as our souls intertwine
And remember that for a short time you were mine.
Love You More
Helen
Helen
“I love you every day. And now I will miss you every day.”
~ Mitch Albom, For One More Day
1 comment:
Helen, Thanks so much for keeping the blog current. I will miss Jack, but have fond memories of several talks with him. He was a bright and engaging person and our politics were very similar! We did sell our cabin, so I will likely not see you, either, which I very much regret. But, your newsletter will keep me connected.
Susanne and I send you our love.
Bill Short
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