Friday, December 22, 2006
Full Service
The funeral service was held at Partlow Funeral Chapel in Lebanon, Tennessee. Visitation was held the previous evening. We gratefully thank everyone who was able to attend and those who sent their sympathies.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Beginning, Readings
The service was performed by Pastors Larry May and Howard Mettee.
The beautiful flower arrangements provided comfort to our Mother and to the entire family.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Because He Lives
Bob Spencer, granddaughter Holly (Gnewikow) Spencer’s father-in-law led the congregational singing during the service.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Eulogy - Howard Mettee
Pastor Howard Mettee provided the eulogy sermon for Milo. Having known Dad for 25 years, Howard offered several wonderful memories.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Blessed Assurance
Pat Mettee provided the organ music during the service. The family chose “Because He Lives”, “Blessed Assurance” and “How Great Thou Art” for the service. They had all been favorites of Dad’s.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Memories
With a great deal of courage, David Gnewikow shared memories of his Grandfather and those of his sister Holly during the service.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Closing
All day long, it had been overcast with rain on and off, but as the family was leaving the grave site, the clouds rolled away and gave us a beautiful sunset with which to remember Dad.