Phil's Grandma Allred passed away last September, and we had the opportunity to travel to Thatcher for the funeral and family gatherings. We so enjoyed being with family, and celebrating this amazing woman. The above picture is of Phil's parents, siblings and their families. I didn't get a shot of all that came, but every single one of Phil's cousins made it to the funeral. I was completely impressed by that, since the family is so spread out, and I know that it was a tribute to how much Grandma Ellen loved her family, and how much they wanted to honor her.
Cheryl, Wendy, Lisa, Diane,Bob, Evan, Bradley and Phil
Our little family (Jonathan and Ty didn't go to the funeral--they stayed and played with Grandpa Flake, but they joined us for the fun gathering afterwards).
The girl cousins minus Alyssa, who is way too grown up to get down on the floor and play anymore =)
Brendon and Grant. These two used to play together everyday when we lived in the apartment above Phil's cousin and family. Neither one remembers any of it. Sad, sad, sad.
Phil and his cousin Todd. Todd and Shawnee also lived by us back in our early married days. I think we counted at least 5 Allred cousins who lived in that apartment complex by ASU at or around the same time as us.
We are so grateful for Grandma Ellen and the life she lived and gave to her family. It was great to be together and learn more about her!!
1 comment:
It is sad that an event like a relative's funeral is an excuse to join the family. But it is good that we can have fun when the family is together!
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