Silver Heartbeats: A Look Back at Grandpa John's Celebration of Life

My grandparents had a very positive attitude towards death. As a death-fearing child, their casual conversations would send me into tears. As an adult, I’ve adapted their mindset on this life event to my own philosophy on life, and I am super appreciative for their perspectives and teachings.


My Grandpa John passed in 2011. His funeral was a beautiful, positive, and peaceful celebration of his life. It feels like he just left us, and I miss him more everyday, but it feels so much like he is still here.


Below are images I captured from the day all those years ago.