Full Military Honors

My grandpa was laid to rest today in Cody, Wyoming.  The funeral was held at the Ballard Funeral home just a few blocks away from where my grandfather lived the last 34 years of his life.

Because of his military service in World War II he was laid to rest with full military honors including a police escort from the funeral home to the cemetery, a 21 gun salute and taps, my grandmother was also presented with a flag from the United States Government.  Each of the grandchildren were given a shell casing from the salute as were my mom, grandma and my grandpa's two daughters.

The VFW and the Eagles lodge sponsored a meal for family and friends at the Eagles Lodge following the burial.  We were able to see a lot of extended family and friends that we hadn't seen for quite some time. 

It was a sad but joyous occasion, we know that grandpa is resting peacefully however life will never be the same without him.  Below are a few pictures of his burial.