What's in your funeral (Page 3): Thanks for the info, CB!

Mauwehu Loc: Norwalk Ct

Commander Bell wrote:

One of our magicians Ron London died a few years ago. He had all of us pallbearers wear red clown noses. I still have mine.
When a magician dies there is a ceremony, given by other magicians, Called" The Broken Wand " a magicians magic wand is actually broken in two and placed in the casket.
All deaths are announced in our monthly publication Called " The Linking Ring "
Commander Bell out

Thanks for the info, CB!

Mauwehu Loc: Norwalk Ct

Robert J Samples wrote:

On a recent Doctor visit, I asked what my life exp... (show quote)

Life expectancy 2years— but the good news is eternity=forever.
You reminded me of a story and a joke.
My wife and I stayed at an inn in rural New York State. There was a man there with cancer that was given 2 years to live—10 years ago
A man goes to the Dr. The Dr tells him I’ve got some bad news-You’ve got one year to live.
The patient answers well I’ve got some bad news for you, I’ll never be able to pay you! In that case the Dr answers—make it two!

Robert J Samples Loc: Round Rock, Texas

Farwell, Farwell, Farwell! I know of at least two End of Life parties conducted by friends. They had their immediate families and close friends to assemble.

There was ample Champaigne and food. The person who was dying was the center of attention and when the party was over, he/she turned up the I.V. drip which had a lot of morphine in it and passed on into eternity.

One member of the family was an old cowboy. He never married until he was in his 60's and too crippled to work. His wife cut his hair, gave him a shave, dressed in new clothes, and had all the family in for a party. She was a nurse and knew about these things. After this party was over and the guests had gone home, she then called and said he had died.

I am sure there are other stories that are similar. I am not quite close enough to choose this method, but it is certainly an option. One of my High School classmates died last Christmas Day. I spoke to one of his sons, who said he was sleeping a lot at the end. A sure sign of narcotics to ease pain. Few will know whether he finally checked out due to an overdose of narcotics. Just Sayin...RJS

ghaynes1 Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN

Robert J Samples wrote:

Farwell, Farwell, Farwell! I know of at least two... (show quote)

I would rather slip away quietly if possible with no fanfare at all.

mistred64 Loc: Grayslake, illinois

ghaynes1 wrote:

My body is being donated to the University of Tennessee body farm for research. My organs will be donated to anyone in need. No headstone, funeral, etc. If my wife wants to have a gathering of friends and family that's up to her. Very few people will know I was on the planet. Works for me and little to no cost to my wife.

G you are a home care giver which means you have a huge heart. The people you take care of appreciate and care about you. You have friends. I'm sure more people will be at the gathering than you think.

RIVERBOTTOM Loc: south east texas

The amount of people attending a funeral largely depends on the weather.

ranger632 Loc: Near Yosemite Park Ca.

Commander Bell wrote:

Hello stagers, br A word of caution on this subjec... (show quote)

No funeral , just cremation and spread around the place

ghaynes1 Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN

mistred64 wrote:

G you are a home care giver which means you have a huge heart. The people you take care of appreciate and care about you. You have friends. I'm sure more people will be at the gathering than you think.

I was a caregiver. Retired now. Most of my clients will be long gone before I pass. Most of them wouldn't remember me even if they were alive when I die. Chances are it would be a very small gathering. Most of my relatives live 800 miles away and aren't likely to come to TN.

smitty Loc: maine

Commander Bell wrote:

Hello stagers, br A word of caution on this subjec... (show quote)

all set and paid 4

mistred64 Loc: Grayslake, illinois

ghaynes1 wrote:

I was a caregiver. Retired now. Most of my clients will be long gone before I pass. Most of them wouldn't remember me even if they were alive when I die. Chances are it would be a very small gathering. Most of my relatives live 800 miles away and aren't likely to come to TN.

You still are a caregiver. You helped me along the last 2+months with Cassie.

Commander Bell Loc: Lafayette Indiana

Robert J Samples wrote:

On a recent Doctor visit, I asked what my life exp... (show quote)

Yes RJS. I'm completely ready. Everything is already planned and paid for.
I have no fear of death whatsoever.
Everyone knows what they get and what my wishes are.
I also have a signed statement saying no life support equipment, other than EKG monitoring, is to be preformed.
Commander Bell out

Blackwarrior67 Loc: Greene County, Alabama

I don't spend a lot of time on my funeral. I just want to make sure that every thing is in order. I have been hoping that the crappie run will pretty much be on schedule this spring. That is one of the highlights of my life. I feel that life is a bout living and I am going to spend most of.my time fishing and gardening. And when the Death Angel comes, I am sure I will need a little more time to complete some task I'll have going on; whether it's sowing something or trying out one of my favorite fishing holes. As I see it, I had nothing to do with my coming and I don't believe I'll have much to do with my leaving . I am just passing through. And I thank God for my journey .

wmitch2 Loc: Fresno

I plan on leaving anything that is “Still Functioning” to whoever needs it. Then, Cremation and a Celebration of Life among my friends. Finally, take my ashes and place the Urn on the back deck of a friends Bass Boat on Clear Lake, remove the top, and then “Take Off” allowing my ashes to be spread over the Lake.