On Friday, June 25, 2010 my sweet Grandma Shirley Nelson passed away due to a brain anyuerism. She was my last living grandparent and we were sad to see her go. My children had the opportunity to get to know her really well and were sad to see her pass, too. It is truly bittersweet as I think of her reunion with my grandpa who passed away in 1977. What a great reunion that must have been. She lived a life dedicated to the gospel of Jesus Christ and dearly loved all her friends and family. She loved to serve others and had a strong testimony of prayer. She could be feisty when she needed to be and humble and gentle, too.
The kids and I drove to Las Vegas for her funeral on Wednesday June 30. Thursday morning I went with my mom and aunts (Dana and Theresa) to help dress my grandma and to do her hair and make-up. I was so honored to be able to do this for her. Thursday night was a family BBQ at my brother, Justin's, house. It was great for us to all get together and talk of our memories. What an amazing legacy my grandmother has. 30 grandchildren and 55 great-grandchildren. With the knowledge of the gospel this was more of a family reunion and less of a grieving time.
Friday was a beautiful funeral and a luncheon. All the grandchildren and great-grandchildren sang "A Child's Prayer". Then we all drove back to Utah for her graveside services being held the next day. It was a quick trip, but the kids did so well and I was so glad to be able to honor my grandma that way.
Christopher at the viewing. I wasn't sure how appropriate it was to take any pictures at the funeral so this is the only one.
Darci enjoying the pool and 105*+ heat of Las Vegas
Xander preferred the hot tub. CRAZY KID!!! That's cousin Stella behind him and 3rd cousin's (Tatum's kids) Gavin and Owen next to him.
Eliza's backyard and pool time
Christopher started our time in Las Vegas needing water wings or a kick board for the pool. By the end of our time there he could swim in the deep end and do cannon balls off the waterfall.
This is our cousin, Rachel. She is 5 years old and a sweetie. She was showing Darci how to jump off the rocks.
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I'm still so sad that I wasn't able to come and be with the family, but Scott said it was great. Thanks for posting pics.
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