I spent the 36 hours leading up to the memorial singularly focused on preparing photos (with lots of computer help from my left-hand man). My photos only chronicle the last two years of Ron's life however, Ron lived life stuffed full of all the important stuff so it wasn't difficult to fill multiple frames with storytelling pictures of the wonderful man he was.
Ron had Chippewa blood, a fact that endeared him to me- knowing the land I played on as a little girl was Chippewa territory. His native countenance was made even more intriguing as he sun-weathered skin aged. He didn't have to put on his Native regalia to look like a "real Indian" but when he did, people would undoubtedly approach him asking to take a picture with him. Ron loved being able to give "Jesus' love" to anyone who crossed his path and he always took time with any stranger who approached to make them feel special
As a part of Ron's memorial I edited the photo below, printed out 4X6 copies, cut and matted the photos with frames I had purchased for use in Mexico. People who attended the memorial took home a photo of Ron to be able to remember him by.
Two months have quickly passed since Ron left this life but it still feels as if his bear-hug personality should be a part of our gatherings. His absence left a echoing hole here but oh the drumming and dancing and hugging and loving they must be doing in heaven.
2 comments:
Beautiful edit.
very good.
unique people should always be remembered in unique ways.
good job.
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