With sad hearts, we said farewell to Kenny's Grandpa Sands. It was a beautiful service. It's always great to see family and talk about memories, but sad under the circumstances in which it happened. He's in a better, more peaceful place now. A very dear friend and also retired St. Joe (Michigan) firefighter, Joe Mitchell, was so kind and thoughtful enough to offer his 1937 fire engine (which was the same one he and Grandpa Sands rode on when they were firefighters) for the funeral. It really was a beautiful way to celebrate his life. We will all deeply miss him!

On a lighter note, Kenny and I went to our first St. Patty's day parade today. Kenny got to wear his class A's and march in the parade. It was perfect weather and a blast. Can't wait till next year!







Kenny, Joe Mitchell (truck owner), Todd
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St. Patty's Day


Fireman walking in the parade. (Kenny's in the middle of the picture, at
the top, waving)

IFD Firefighters
David Richards, Nick Goldsmith, Kenny, Joleen Richards,
Matt Hills, Brandon Craig