I think everyone was kind of dreading this day and saying goodbye to Tui. Before the funeral they had friends and family for one last viewing. I don't think there was one dry eye in that room watching Nikki's kids place their toys in the coffin and of course Nikki and Kaj closing the coffin.
The funeral was beautiful and Al's Dad did great job giving the Eulogy.
One of my favorite things was watching everyone release blue balloons at the gravesite.
It was so beautiful watching them float away
We let Alex and Cole say goodbye at the viewing before the funeral and tried to explain before they saw them what had happened and that he was in heaven now. Alex was a little unsure when he saw him, but then he wanted to keep going back to look at him. It's been 2 months and they still talk about Tui and how he died and is in heaven now.
The ward had a luncheon for family after the grave site and it was so amazing. They had every table decorated, someone made this beautiful cake, and there was so much yummy food and desserts. So many people came together and donated so much of their time to help and it's so touching to watch.
We were finally able to get a picture of all the Al's!! I wish it could have been under better circumstances, but we were all excited to see Al III. Life is so tragic, you just never know and should embrace everyday like it's your last. We Love You Tui
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