My paternal grandfather passed away last week on Tuesday, August 24. He was 96 years old, and it was a peaceful death, and at least my dad was with him in his final hour.
I drew a card to put in his coffin to burn along with him when it is time for him to be cremated. It's a really simple card, and grandpa has always preferred simplicity.
The card is in Chinese, since my grandfather is from China, and was born there in 1914. After fleeing to Taiwan when the Communists were taking over China, I don't think he ever returned to China. The cover is of me crying, with the words "Goodbye Grandpa." Inside the card, it says:
"Grandpa, I'm sorry I didn't speak much to you when you were alive. However, we all hope you're now in a happier place. We all miss you.
--Wu Chengyu"
His funeral and cremation is tomorrow. I haven't seen him for one week. What a way to spend my last day of summer. ;_; RIP, Yehyeh. I'll give you your card tomorrow.


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ReplyDeleteI'm really sorry Jo....please accept my condolences...
Thank you, Tiffany. *hugs you very tightly*
ReplyDeleteI will tell you more tomorrow at school.
I'm so sorry Jo :(
ReplyDeleteThank you Carrie.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful card and a beautiful sentiment.
ReplyDeleteThanks, John.
ReplyDeleteDear Jo:
ReplyDeleteGrandpa strived almost all his life
in the Chinese hardship environment
of the 20th century,
and finally successfully arrived
on the other shore.
He left this imperfect world peacefully.
He definitely appreciates what you have done
for him.
He and Grandma will be pleased
to see the great and wonderful futures
of all their grandchildren.
Best regards,
Uncle Ying Cheng & Auntie Shu-Shih
Thank you, Uncle and Auntie
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