My post of January 18th 2018 featured a service for the life of Raymond James Salinger, the father of our brother-in-law, Ron and his sister, Jackie.
Today we attended the funeral of Ron’s mother,
Daphne.
Upon Ray’s death the couple, having been married in St Mark’s Church on 15th September 1945, had been together for 72 years. They stayed in the same house they had built around 1950, which is where Daphne died, having been attended by Ron, Shelley, and Ron’s sister, Jackie.
They now lie together in the graveyard of their Parish Church, built in 1841.
As before, excellent refreshments were provided at Tyrrels Ford Country Inn and Hotel, the mother of the landlady of which was Daphne’s best friend, and present at the funeral.
One of the prints from the wedding that I had renovated appears on the reverse of the order of service.
Later this afternoon we returned home and took it easy. This evening we dined on scrambled egg on toast.
I’m sorry for your family’s loss. Seventy-two years together is quite remarkable–and that wedding photo is lovely.
Thanks very much, Merril.
May she rest in peace.
Thanks very much, Cindy
I’m sorry for the family loss Derrick…. what a lifetime of memories…. 72 years together is double that of Carole and I….. amazing….((hugs my friend))
Many thanks, Ivor. It would certainly take some beating.
Two volumes of beautiful memories Derrick
Reunited is the perfect word here. Godspeed.
Thank you very much, Gary
What a beautiful tribute, Derrick. I’m sorry to hear about this loss to your family.
Thank you very much, Jill
I’m so very sorry for this great loss. My condolences to your family.
What a wonderful couple! 72 years together…so beautiful! And your tribute to them in this post is beautiful!
Your post title brought tears to my eyes…joy-tears. Yes, Ray and Daphne are together again. 🙂
(((HUGS))) and <3 to your family
Thank you so much, Carolyn 🙂
That’s a lovely photo. Am so sorry for your loss.
Thank you very much, Alex
My condolences.
Thanks very much, Bridget
So sorry for your loss – how beautifully you tell their story ?
Thank you so much, Tiny.
A beautiful tribute and celebration of her life, Derrick and Jackie. That is a beautiful wedding photo of Ray and Daphne. 72 wonderful years together! I am sorry for your family’s loss.
Thank you very much, Lavinia
May she rest in peace and her soul find an easy way to heaven.
Thank you for this lovely comment, Dolly.
You are very welcome, Derrick.
Humans have rationalised the overarching truth of mortality and the consequent grief in touching ways. The euphemism rings true in more ways than one.
May the departed rest in peace, united with the loved ones and the elements.
Such insightful comments – as always, Uma. Much appreciated.
A beautiful tribute to a life well lived.
Thank you very much, Anne.
What an amazing age to achieve.
Such a warm tribute, Derrick.
My condolences to your entire family.
Thanks very much, GP
A lovely photo and tribute. My condolences to you and your family.
My sincere condolences to you and your family Derrick… Sending thoughts your way my friend.. <3
Thank you very much, Sue
I’m so sorry for your loss.
They look beautiful in their photo
Thank you very much, More
What changes she saw during her life–thanks for this reflection. I send my sympathies and some virtual hugs for your and Jackie.
XX Many thanks, Lisa
I’m sorry for this loss to your family. The wedding photo is beautiful. It’s good that they are together again.
Thank you very much, JoAnna
Bon Voyage, Daphne. 🙁
Thanks very much, Widders
I brag about our making it 30 years. I am astounded at anyone that finds the formula to make it work for 50 or more.
Lovely pictures. I rarely get the birds as I fidget too much.
Thank you very much, Pleasant.
A lovely story, Derrick.
Thanks very much, Steve
Lovely. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks very much to you, too, Lakshmi
Such a lovely wedding picture! So sorry for your loss. That was quite a generation, wasn’t it? They could teach us a few things.
Thank you very much, Laurie. Daphne was just 6 months older than my Mum
Seventy two years together is
Seventy two years together is such a blessing. I hope hubby and I can achieve that. I love your title ’Reunited’. Lovely tribute and photo, Derrick.
Thanks very much, Sylvia. You are doing very well so far