jenuk99 Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 I feel in need of a bit of Omlet support this week. I am going to a funeral on Friday for three children who died from a house fire in Openshaw last month. ( latest news link http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/s/1128637_dad_charged_with_fire_murders The link I have with them is I was doing supply teaching in the class of the youngest child who was 8. I want to go and pay my respects to the family but think a funeral of one so young is just so unfair. I just feel so sad about it all Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Oh my goodness, how desperately sad. I don't envy you that one at all although I can certainly see why you would want to go. I've been fortunate in that I've never had to go to the funeral of a child, I know I would sob and be no good to anyone. Will be thinking of you and the poor poor family, there are not the words to express what should be said, well done for going, really really best wishes BeckyBoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 How terribly sad poor things Emotions will be running high at the funeral I would imagine, I can only suggest that you stay strong for the family no matter how angry you feel x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Hi Jen That is so sad, you are so brave for going. Will be thinking of you and the family on Friday. Big Hugs, Take Care x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alih Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 it's a tragedy and it is right that those attending will be terribly affected. The criminal charges, if they are pursued and result in a conviction, will bring nothing, so paying your respects in this way is a positive thing to be doing. Good for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 what an awful thing to happen, the poor family. I really don't know what to say but echo what everyone else has posted, thoughts and hugs are with you for Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Ditto to all the above, I really dont know what else to say. Wishing you strength for Friday, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scramble Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 How awful Thoughts and hugs are with you. xxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 How distressing for everyone involved. Children's funerals are so sad and I really admire you for going and paying your respects. I will be thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitbag Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 I really admire you for going. My thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlo Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Goodness - that will be so very hard for everyone concerned. Thinking of you on Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Its going to be hard but I'm sure the family will take strength from the support. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Thinking of you. What a terribly sad thing to happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 thinking of you too, I hope it is ok. cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Terrible news, , will be thinking of you on the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 Thinking of you and the family. I'm a mess at funerals anyway, but this is beyond tragic. Do take care xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 That is so awful, I will be thinking of you all on Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenuk99 Posted August 12, 2009 Author Share Posted August 12, 2009 Thank you all for your lovely words of support, you all know the right things to say. Have heard today that the family wants everyone in bright colours for the funeral. I have never been to a colourful funeral so feels a bit odd not doing the black suit, but I think they are looking at is as more of a celebration. Think I will still be a mess, but its lovely knowing you all care. Thanks Jen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 More {{{hugs}}} from me too, I went to a "bright" funeral last year and although it felt strange beforehand, somehow it just felt right on the day...the lady in question never wore black & had stipulated colours...I wore a very bright red/orange/pink silk number, but did tone it down with a silver grey smart jumper & boots (the lady had had a "thing" about boots too!)......bystanders were a bit bemused though Take lots of tissues, I think they may be needed Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 I'm so sorry to hear about this tragedy . Although the funeral will undoubtedly be very hard to bear, I'm sure you'll feel you did the right thing going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted August 13, 2009 Share Posted August 13, 2009 oh my goodness, I hadn't heard about this, childrens funerals are so difficult, I hope things go well - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Thinking of you and everyone involved today jenuk99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy chickens! Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenuk99 Posted August 15, 2009 Author Share Posted August 15, 2009 Thank you all for your kind thoughts, it does make a difference knowing people all ver are thinking abut you, you are all so kind. It was a lovely service and so many people were there. I even held it together and could sign the hymns (hate when you cant d that for tears). John's coffin was far too small. It was a beautiful sunny day and everyone looked so bright and colourful. Thank you Jen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 Well done you. Sounds like everyone did them proud. Now go and treat yourself a little this weekend please *hug* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
