GOING HOME

This past weekend was a very difficult weekend for our family. On Saturday, September 13, 2008 we attended the funeral of my Dad's younger brother, Uncle Wayne. That day was also the 4th anniversary of the death of my nephew, Whit. With the passing of time it makes 9/13 a day that is easier to get through.

Uncle Wayne's service was very special. Some of the grandkids spoke about their relationship with Grandad and how special it was. Each grandchild had his/her own place in the heart of Granddad and each one was special. You just knew that everytime you went to see Bettye and Wayne memories were going to be made. Beth, the best daughter-in-law Uncle Wayne had,(according to her, of course she was the only daughter-in law) gave a very touching reinactment of her time as a "Wilson" and how she always stayed red-faced around Uncle Wayne. Of course if you turned red-faced around Uncle Wayne it just delighted him and he just kept on.

Listening to the kids talk about the times at Granny and Granddad's and the memories they will always have was so touching and you knew that everything they were saying was coming from the heart. Aunt Bettye and Uncle Wayne left an awesome legacy.

Aunt Bettye and Uncle Wayne always made you feel at home when ever you went to see them. Anytime you were around Uncle Wayne you never knew what to expect. I can still hear Aunt Bettye saying "Wayne Wilson", when he would get a little too ROWDY and when she spoke that tone Uncle Wayne knew he was in trouble. Of course it didn't stop him from picking on someone anyway.

As a grandparent I pray that my grandchildren will have good memories of coming to Nana and Pops house and know that our love for them is unconditional.

Uncle Wayne will be missed but he is home now with his love, Aunt Bettye and his savior Jesus Christ.