Anyway, it occured to me (with the help of a friend), that others might want to join in the purple fun. So, I'm letting you know that you are welcome to wear a bit of purple for Hope when you come celebrate her life with us. Anything purple is fine...a purple article of clothing, purple flower, whatever you choose is quite alright for Hope's celebration of life ceremony. And if you have nothing, don't worry...we'll still let you in the church...te he!
So the funeral will be at 1 pm on Thursday with internment following immediately afterward with just close family. Family and friends will be invited to the hall immediately after the funeral mass for a reception (roughly 2 pm). We'll ask everyone to go directly into the hall after the funeral so that you can watch the slideshow and have some food. We'll be going to the cemetary with close family and return fairly quickly, since the graveside service is short and St. Vital cemetary is close by. We'll look forward to mingling when we return, and hopefully won't miss too many people.
16 comments:
I love the color purple! It's my girls favorite although I had picked pink for Georgia and there was a sea of it at her funeral. Mike still wears his pink shirt to work sometimes remembering his little girl. : )
Thinking of you guys LOTS and praying for you as you grieve the loss of your precious little one...
Sandie
May the arms of Jesus comfort you and your family during this difficult time. You are in our prayers. Grant & Kathy(Noah's granny & grndpa)
Thinking of both of you, Jolene and Alex. Having to face a second loss in such a short time takes a lot of courage and faith. I'm impressed by your faith in God, your many friends and yourself. This great faith that you have will carry you through these tough times.
Our sympathies
Léo and Solange
Jolene-
I have just picked out a purple top to wear tomorrow- (not sure I can get Mark to wear purple though) Although it wont be to the funeral, I am so sorry to miss the service..... We are off to Marks son's wedding in Vegas-
I will connect with you when I get back.
Aynsley
I saw the obit today in the paper and felt deep sadness and wanted to learn more about this disorder. I searched in Google to find really nothing. So I searched your name in Google and came across this site. I have read all your Blog postings and am so encouraged by your POSITIVE view of all your trials. You are truly loving parents and your girls were so precious and also so tough despite what they went through. So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers will linger with your family for a long time!
Joy
Special thoughts and prayers for you and your family tomorrow.
Love and prayers
Ken and Brenda K.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you today.I, too will wear purple in memory of Hope--May you feel God's loving arms wrapped around you as you continue your journey of grieving, and remember that those same loving arms are wrapped around your little girls. Love and Prayers from Johnny and Helen
Jolene, Alex, Brodie and Mira,
My heart is heavy today as I think of all the emotions you will go through today. May you find peace and love in the support from friends and family today and the days to follow. Sorry we can't be there with you today - but will see you in a couple of weeks.
Love,
Karin
Hi Jolene,
I would love to be there today. Even though I can't, I am wearing purple (also my favorite colour) to remind myself to pray for you! My thoughts are with you and everyone all day today.
Love you!
I heard of your family's journey through a friend on fb (Janelle S), found your blog and cried along with you. I will not even begin to imagine all the emotions you must be feeling right now. I am sending love, hugs, and prayers your way to fellow "family" - we have the same Father. May the Peace, Comfort, Love & Joy of the Holy Spirit enfold you today, tomorrow, and in the days ahead.
Joy-Grace Caldwell. (WA State)
Thank you for sharing Jolene and we are thinking of you today and always. Also, I think it is very special that Ashley had pink and Hope had purple, I have the same for my two girls- Aurelie is Ms. Pink and Hannah is Ms. Purple (makes laundry easier)- Now I will think of Ashely & Hope whenever I am dressing them. Sending hugs your way- Lorraine & Family
I am so sorry I can't be there today Jolene. Ella and I are wearing purple today and our heats will be with you.Sending lots of hugs to your family.
Love,
Dana
Wishing you strength and courage..our hearts and love are there with you always.
Sally
Find comfort knowing that Ashley and Hope can now dance together in heaven. Thinking of you....
Michelle and Karl Carnegie
Jolene,
I had not read your blog in a few months but something told me to pull it up today. Please know that my heart just aches for you on this day. Sending prayers your way.
Christine
Bethany's mom
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