Post funeral eulogy.

[Emile]

Post funeral eulogy.

Yesterday was a tough day for me.
I went to the funeral of my best friend. 70 years of friendship is a long time. Lots of memories. Growing up, we lived one city block from each other. My earliest memory is sitting side by side in the first grade.

When we were six years old, he rode his bicycle to my house to show me he can ride without training wheels. He peddled his bike down our driveway, and out into the street right out in front of a car. The car hit him and threw him into the air. Another car going the other way ran over him and drugged his body for 30 yards or more. I witnessed the whole thing right in front of my little eyes. I ran out in the street, and his little mangled up body was still under the car. Blood everywhere, and I saw a bone sticking out of his leg. After a long hospital stay, he was sent home in a body cast for almost a year. This set him back one year in school from me, but over the years we always remained best of friends.

The funeral was yesterday, and I'm doing okay. Yesterday was tough seeing my old friend go. The preacher mentioned my name, and the story of my friend when he was six years old being ran over by two cars. The preacher was looking at me, and told everyone my friend should have died that day. But, it wasn't his time. He lived another 70 years, and touched everyone in this room. He went on, and on about meeting his wife, children, and grandchildren and how he had a full life.

My life continues, but I will miss him dearly. I still have all my memories. The most fondest memories are of fishing trips to Itaska County in Northern Minnesota, and as far north as Sioux Lookout, Ontario He always said to me, I love you.

[alwaysinasnit]

1. ...

[Deuxcents]

2. A very sweet story of your friendship ((💐))

[Botany]

3. Thanks for sharing

Fishing in Minnesota and Ontario is deep into my being as is my friend I went with.




Btw this is a native brook trout stream in the Appalachian Mountains.

[calimary]

24. Gorgeous scene!

There’s nothing like a waterfall - of ANY size or shape. Scenery like this can help put thoughts to words. Probably because you can’t help but feel at least a little bit inspired.

[Easterncedar]

4. It's hard sometimes to be thankful when the loss is so profound

But that was a rare friendship. He was lucky to have you.

Hugs to you, Emile.

[malaise]

5. I can imagine your pain

but he lived - he survived and lived.

[SuzyandPuffpuff]

6. You're lucky

To have had such joy with another person for so many decades. It's a testament to both of you as to what beneficial folks you were/are. To each other and those around you both. A blessing .

[Onthefly]

7. Condolences. Amazing long friendship.

[gademocrat7]

8. Sincere condolences, Emile

on the loss of your best friend. Seventy years of friendship is an amazing bond. Take care.

[Emile]

34. Thank you gademocrat7.

[democrank]

9. You wrote about your friend with such care.

Seventy years is a long time. May the memories of your friend ease the loss. Take good care~ ♥️

[70sEraVet]

10. Being friends for that long, sounds more like losing a brother.

Sorry. It must be hard for you, Emile.

[calimary]

11. Hey, Emile, thank you for sharing this difficult time you're going through.

People who care about you (like your friends here) will lift you up and remind you that YOU matter, and your memories of your friend matter, too. EVERYBODY needs to have dear, close, and beloved friends who are there when you need them. THIS friend will always be with you, even though his passing separates you (at least physically). But I think that'll be the only separation. You and he will ALWAYS be closely and lovingly connected.

Sometimes when I'm thinking about someone dear who's gone, I get around to thinking "AHA! You CAN'T hang up on me NOW! So THERE!" And sometimes it even makes me smile. Sometimes I'll focus on one of many nice trees in our neighborhood, and that helps, too.

Here's a hug:

((((((( * )))))))

[Emile]

32. Great suggestion. I can't sleep, so I just now had a thought that made me laugh.

[calimary]

33. Now yer talkin'!

[mountain grammy]

12. Emile.. I am so sorry for your loss.

Losing someone you're so close to for so long has got to be devastating..

my sincerest condolences

[godsentme]

13. 💙💙💙

What a sweet story. I'm glad you shared. Such a rare thing to have life long friends like yours.

[warmfeet]

14. That is so wonderful.

A life remembered, a life worth remembering. Wonderful!

[littlemissmartypants]

15. Nothing prepares us. Holding you in my heart, Emile. ❣️🫂

[Grim Chieftain]

16. Beautiful memories of a lifelong friendship

You both were blessed to have each other, Emile. Peace and comfort to you.

[Fla Dem]

17. My deepest sympathy Emile.

May you one day be wiith him and others you love.

[BaronChocula]

18. What was your friend's name?

I'll toast him at dinner tonight if I remember. He sounds more than worth the effort.

[Emile]

20. Thanks, I sent you his first name.

[oasis]

19. Thank you for sharing that beautiful sentiment.

May your beloved friend rest in peace.

[Tanuki]

21. What a wonderful tribute to your dearest friend.

I am so sorry that you have lost such an important person who walked by your side through most of your life journey. Incredible that he survived that horrific accident to live and thrive another 70 years! It sounds as if he did indeed have a rich and full life. You were lucky to have had each other and I hope you will always find comfort in those cherished memories of a remarkable friend and friendship.

[PittBlue]

22. Sending you love and peace.💙

[KPN]

23. My deepest condolences for your loss Emile. What s

beautiful story about a truly lifelong friendship. It brought me tears … of both sadness and joy. Thank you for sharing.

[Laffy Kat]

25. Friendships that last that long are so rare.

That's why we cherish them. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[Permanut]

26. Delightful tribute..

Thanks for posting.

I'm 80 years old, and have also lost childhood friends, like Dave. He and I started collecting and trading pennies in 1957. I still have some of them.

[HeartsCanHope]

27. My deepest condolences on the loss of your friend.

How lucky you were to have found each other so early in life and to be able to keep that

friendship for another 70 years. I will be thinking of you.

[choie]

28. I'm so sorry for the loss of your dearest friend

[UpInArms]

29. 🫂

[IbogaProject]

30. The hardest part of living long is the losses

Especially a 70 year one w a early childhood friend.

[Figarosmom]

31. Memories are a wonderful thing

They keep our friends and family alive.

[debm55]

35. I am very sorry for the loss of your dear friend, Emile. May the memories that you shared, be a blessing to you. He will

forever be in your heart.

[Trueblue Texan]

36. I'm so sorry for your loss.

It sounds like you had a rich and joyful friendship. How wonderful to be blessed in that way. Peace and healing be with you as you learn to move forward from here.

[The Blue Flower]

37. There was no funeral 70 years ago

Wonderful that he lived to have a true, loving friend for so long after that horrific event.