Jen and I spoke. His was more the light hearted, mine was the tear jerker (because I couldn't stop crying during the speech), followed by Dougie, Auntie Dot, and two of his Chi-Y friends. It was great to hear about dad. After the speeches, the honor guard presented mom with the flag.
The day, even though scheduled for rain, was clear for the burial and the longevity luncheon food and service was quite good as well. At the end, Jen and I toasted dad and thanked all for attending.
Yesterday, the honor guard & military chaplain met us and Uncle George & Auntie Nancy at the gravesite to give a gun salute for dad. They could not make it on Monday, so we asked they come wed. We knew dad would have liked that and as one of the honor guard told the audience, he was a Colonel, on rank below a General and deserved a full honors burial.
Thanks to all that could be there to attend. For the others not abroad or unable to attend, we appreciate your kind words and support. To see a larger slideshow of dad, here's the link: http://www.kristenandstevewong.com/Genson_Wong.html
Mary, Jen, Steve, and Kristen Wong.
