Sis. Mary Dugas Funeral Online Now

[StMark]

Originally Posted by MrsBOOMM

Sounds like they may have been trying to match the music to her personality. Seems like she might have been a quiet peaceful person.

From what i remember of her time in Stockton,she was a lively,vivacious person full of life

Originally Posted by StMark

From what i remember of her time in Stockton,she was a lively,vivacious person full of life

Oh, ok, then I guess that didn't work...maybe they were songs she wanted, though. It is becoming more common for people to outline songs they want sung at their funerals.

[StMark]

Originally Posted by MrsBOOMM

Oh, ok, then I guess that didn't work...maybe they were songs she wanted, though. It is becoming more common for people to outline songs they want sung at their funerals.

now that could very be.I've played for a number of funerals and once in a while a run across a person who had their funeral outlined.Most don't pick songs for the parting view though

My Grandmother had her whole funeral planned from beginning to end. It made it very easy on the family, as she discussed with us the things she wanted before she went. I know that probably does not happen often as people don't always get the chance to do that.
And, I do understand your question of the song at the end being preplanned. But do you really think that would be an appropriate time to play a celebration song? Do you think it would go over while people are paying their last respects? Have you seen it done this way before?

[StMark]

Originally Posted by MrsBOOMM

My Grandmother had her whole funeral planned from beginning to end. It made it very easy on the family, as she discussed with us the things she wanted before she went. I know that probably does not happen often as people don't always get the chance to do that.
And, I do understand your question of the song at the end being preplanned. But do you really think that would be an appropriate time to play a celebration song? Do you think it would go over while people are paying their last respects? Have you seen it done this way before?

Yes,but if it works for them and that's what they wanted,i'm quite okay with it.it was just an observation.Most of our funerals are a blend of both but i do understand that the cultures vary from region to region.
personally,i wouldn't want a service that was entirely solemn and sad.At some point it seems we would want to rejoice in the fact that they made it to a better place and that we will join them soon. That only reflects my opinion but of course,others are welcome to differ.

Yes, weddings and funerals are a lot alike...generally you do what the people involved want. I am with you, though I like a little mix of both. Like I said, before, a change in the type of music can bring great relief at a time when there is such stress and pressure emotionally and physically. And, what better way to do that than to sing about our hope in heaven. After all that is our goal, and usually when we make our goal it is time to celebrate!
Having said that, I am not saying so in any way to critique Sis. Dugas' funeral. And I don't believe you are either. But before anyone gets that idea, I thought she had a beautiful funeral, and was just making some general observations.

[Apprehended]

Originally Posted by StMark

Yes,but if it works for them and that's what they wanted,i'm quite okay with it.it was just an observation.Most of our funerals are a blend of both but i do understand that the cultures vary from region to region.
personally,i wouldn't want a service that was entirely solemn and sad.At some point it seems we would want to rejoice in the fact that they made it to a better place and that we will join them soon. That only reflects my opinion but of course,others are welcome to differ.

Hey!

At my funeral I want 'em shuckin' and a jivin' too. I want 'em swinging from the Chandalier and bouncing off the walls and some of them piled up like sticks of cord wood.

I want the Hammond Smokin' and the leslie red hot with a trail of smoke coming out the back. I want water pouring off the drummer like a sweat hog. I want him whoopin those drums until someone has to take the sticks out of his hands and hand carry him off the platform legs and feet in hand....

[StMark]

Originally Posted by MrsBOOMM

Yes, weddings and funerals are a lot alike...generally you do what the people involved want. I am with you, though I like a little mix of both. Like I said, before, a change in the type of music can bring great relief at a time when there is such stress and pressure emotionally and physically. And, what better way to do that than to sing about our hope in heaven. After all that is our goal, and usually when we make our goal it is time to celebrate!
Having said that, I am not saying so in any way to critique Sis. Dugas' funeral. And I don't believe you are either. But before anyone gets that idea, I thought she had a beautiful funeral, and was just making some general observations.

Great post! perfectly stated!

[StMark]

Originally Posted by Apprehended

Hey!

At my funeral I want 'em shuckin' and a jivin' too. I want 'em swinging from the Chandalier and bouncing off the walls and some of them piled up like sticks of cord wood.

I want the Hammond Smokin' and the leslie red hot with a trail of smoke coming out the back. I want water pouring off the drummer like a sweat hog. I want him whoopin those drums until someone has to take the sticks out of his hands and hand carry him off the platform legs and feet in hand....

Not what i meant at all

[Apprehended]

Originally Posted by StMark

Not what i meant at all

No, but it is what I MEANT!!!!!!!!