Sean Funeral Rites

I am.

Obviously I am stuck here in China - but I am taking the day off and going to the local Buddhist Temple to pray for Sean's soul.

I know it's not my 'lot' but it can't do any harm.

I'll be thinking of you all the time Sean.

BTW - the service will be at 6.30 p.m. my time.

Also, very remiss of me, thinking about Joie and Sean's family also.

That's nice. I will let Joie know about your thoughtfulness x

WOW. The Melville. I used to live a 2 minute walk from it, opposite the church at Sevenways.

Just got back home from Sean's funeral. It is so sad that Sean died so young - he was just 38 years of age. Whenever I use this forum I will think of Sean.

Yes. He looks a young guy in Joy's avatar.

Anyone wanting to donate to Leukaemia Research in memory of Sean can do so by sending a cheque (payable to Leukaemia Research) to the funeral directors:

c/o Diane Jollet
C.L. Birkett & Son
111 Higher Road
Urmston
MANCHESTER
M41 9AX

Unfortunately, it is not possible to pay by credit card over the phone.

Which one was you? Were you at Merville too? Joie was hoping you would say hi to her...

Hi. I was the one using crutches and getting around is a real struggle these days. So attending a church, going to the cemetery and the Merville would be a bit tiring, especially as I had to drive 200 miles as well. I only attended the church after checking with a church member by phone to enquire about disabled access and looking on Google Street View and the church website.

There was no chance to say hello to Joie at the church as the funeral procession came in last and left first. I could not walk down the steps until everyone else had done so, as I needed to use the handrail, so I was stuck inside until the steps emptied after Joie had left. It has been a few years since I have driven that far and my wife was worried for my safety. I think when my wife gets her Visa that I will have to book her a flight to a more local airport.

In was hoping that oss would be there so that he could say hi to Joie from me but he is unwell at the moment and could not attend. I sent a message to Joie before the funeral saying that I would be leaving directly after the funeral service.

Flagged your post with a medal as "Winner".

Better thought of as "Hero" after all your struggles!

You made the effort Howerd, that's great, you're a star

Ahhww.. bless. Would've loved to meet you.. some other time then.. in a happier circumstance.. thanks for you effort.. will tell Joie xxx

My wife wants to learn to drive when she comes to the UK, so I hope we can meet up after she has passed her test. There are not many Filipinos in North Lincolnshire for her to meet!

You won't be able ro see Sean, Yuna coz the casket is closed.. they don't open caskets here for viewing.. unlike in Pinas..

You can view normally at the Funeral Home by appointment

Don't beat yourself up, Dom - it is your responsibility to work for your family by fulfilling your work commitments and I feel Sean would understand that.

I like to say well done Howerd.