Sunday, May 1, 2011

. . . Until We Meet Again . . .

In April we made a quick trip to Deming, New Mexico for a Memorial Service for Richard's brother Regan. He was laid to rest in the Fort Bayard National Cemetery in Silver City. It is truly a beautiful cemetery. The flag flies at half mast every day that someone is being laid to rest. A very peaceful feeling was there along with a great deal of love for all those who have served our country.



Richard's Mother, Bonnie and his Step-Father, Harold are in this cemetery also.


Richard and his brother Ryan said a few words.



The local Veterans of Foreign Wars unit was there to complete the Military Burial. They take a great deal of Pride in the Final Service that they can do for their fellow service man.




They played a couple of Patriotic songs and they performed a 21 Gun Salute. What an experience to be a part of that in person.



Regan's widow, Shyla was presented with a forever memory of the love that Regan had for his Country and the Service that he gave. Regan's best friend was able to be a part of giving Shlya the Flag of the United States of America.




One last goodbye, from his older brothers.






Now his final resting place. Regan Lindsay Blanco, forever is our Hearts.

2 comments:

Elizabeth Schatz said...

What a sweet, tender opportunity for your family to take part in! Those are sweet pictures that you took to document it, too. Thanks for posting!:)

Sabrina O'Malley said...

Sorry to hear of your brother-in-laws passing. What a nice service he was given, so glad you could be a part of it.