On April 2nd 2008 We all said goodbye to a wonderful Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Wife and Friend. Carol, Laren's mom passed away, we were all able to gather together as a family and say our good byes. It was a shock to all of us, no one expected her to go first. It was such a special week, while Dean (dad) and SherRee Laren's sister planned a beautiful funeral, we all did what we could to help and make it a celebration Carol would be proud of. She loved when her family could get together. She loved Music, Flowers, reading and writing and anything beautiful(which she could find the beauty in anything)! We all learned so much about her that week, Dean and her sisters told many stories. Sherree kept a very good journal of Carols memories and had typed them all out. It was so neat to read those thoughts. It was a beautiful service. Laren and all his siblings talked. They did a great job. I'm sure she was sitting amongst all the beautiful flowers listening to the talks and beautiful music and smiling thinking what a wonderful celebration it was. There is so much to reflect on when someone passes away, so much to reevaluate in ones life. I hope to walk away a better person for having Carol in my life and know that she will be watching over my family until we see her again. Grandma and Mom you will forever be in our hearts, Thanks for always thinking of others and teaching us all the true meaning of service. We love you and will miss you!
