Today we all got together to celibrate the long and fun life of my aunt Eleane (Sis) Office. My moms only sibling. Sis lived 91 good long years and died just 6 days short of her anniversary with my uncle  Philbwho is 92 ? 93 ? .. and totally active and whit it He was a great host for the day.

We all gathered at a beutiful park near Sis and Phils house to share stories o Sis .. and drink a Mojito toast.. her favorite drink..   It was a beautiful day and the mood was light and fun.. just like Sis would have liked it..

My cousin Peter started things off with some remembrances of his mom, Then cam Uncle Phil and a long array fo family friends. It was really nice to hear them giving their view of Sis.. the was kind, generous, fun loving.. very (very, very) proper.. and very  social

We heard stories about how well she remembered everyones birthdays, how Ashe’d never allow a ketchup bottle to be placed on a dining table (ketchup belonged in a ramekin). How she called  many of her friends every day..

I was struck by all the love for SIS from lifelong friends.. And Love for each other. Many whom had been married for 60+ years.   It was heartwarming and inspiring !

We all then headed to the Dayton country club which was across from Sis and Phils old house. It was a fun informal dinner of close friends and family

There was an amazing sunset from the table.. I suspect curtesy of SIS 🙂

Near the end Phil got up and gave such a nice thank your on behalf of Sis for everyone who was there.. ..

The day was just like SIs would have wanted it..

Good friends, kids running around and No ketchup bottles in sight

 

nite all, nite sam

-me