Today the shock of our friends death has left and grief has set in.  Yesterday I sang at Richard's funeral.  I didn't look at the family at all in the church for fear that I would start crying.  I knew that I had to sing.  That was my gift to his wife, Betty and his family.  The funeral was beautiful and very blessed.  Betty picked out all of the Scripture Readings and the Music.  There were two other singers singing with me.  One was my former Diocesan Chorale Director and the other was a former choir member from the parish were the funeral was held.

The music really spoke of Resurrection and New Life.  Richard and Betty truly believed and still believe that.  Betty is so strong and faith filled.  In their entire married life they lived the Gospel.  Anyone that needed help, financially or needed a place to stay were helped and supported by Richard and Betty.  There was always room at their home.  They never turned anybody away.  Now Tom and I need to be there for Betty.  We need to take care of her.

Today all I want to do is be with Betty.  The tears keep flowing.  I really miss Richard.  All I want to do is be with Betty.