As I mentioned in the last post, my friend’s dad died and his memorial was on 1/2/09. I had the distinct and convicting pleasure of attending JT’s memorial service in Colorado.
Hands down, the best part of the whole service was the eulogy that my friend, David, gave to honor his father. You can read it on David’s blog (complete with 2 very tender pictures of a father/son relationship).
As you read it, you will sense that it is an intensely strong piece, filled with imagery and heart. However, please believe me, that to hear a son share it in front of 250-300 people who knew and loved his father was even more intense and winsome. David’s tone, demeanor, smiles, tears, pauses, ad-libs … all contributed to an authentic insight into joy and honor in the midst of grief.
He did a superbly complete job and did it with great humility and care. Every person there was captivated with what David said. His dad, JT, and his dad’s life were surely honored on Friday.
