Hey All,
I wanted to share this special memorial service that was held yesterday at The Cathedral of Hope in Dallas, TX that was specifically focused on “Remembering Our Saints”.
About 1 month ago I contacted the pastor of this church and sent a photo of Terry and asked that he be included in the annual service that they do around “All Saints Day” to honor all those who have departed this earth over the past year. It is a very beautiful service and I hope that you can take the time to enjoy the entire service that lasts about 1 and 1/2 hours. It is very impressive and a real tear-jerker.
This is the church that Terry and I attended each Sunday when we lived in Dallas, TX and is the place that Terry in his earlier years got a lot of comfort from when he was struggling with life (even prior to me meeting him). It was instrumental in helping him to better cope with life and all its struggles.
As you know, Terry did not want any formal funeral service after he passed away, but I felt inclined to at least ensure that he was included in this wonderful tribute. In essence this becomes Terry’s Memorial Service. (Sorry Terry…I had to do this!)
As I write this blog to you all my eyes fill with tears just thinking about Terry and his passing. This is one of those days where I an a little down, but I am comforted to watch this tribute as it helps to bring some more closure.
To see the service, just goggle, Cathedral of Hope, Dallas, TX and on their home page look for worship services and click on the one for November 5th, “Remembering Our Saints”.
If you can’t watch the entire service, you can fast forward till around the 1 hour, 10 minute point when the names of the deceased are called out by the pastor in alphabetical order and just listen for the calling of Terry Glenn Tidwell. After all the names are called, then immediately following this you will then see each photo come up once again in alphabetical order until you finally see Terry’s smiling and familiar face once again.
We love you Terry and we miss and love you greatly.
Appreciate you taking the time to honor Terry and to remember him thru such a beautiful service. It is a real tribute and I know that Terry would appreciate that you took the time to witness this beautiful service.
I can hear him saying to you all like he did in all his blog writings “I appreciate each and every one of you and have a wonderful day”.
Thanks all and have a great week.
Luv Gary
Gary, what a beautiful service and tribute to Terry. Thank you so much. Beautiful and very emotional for me…. Seeing his handsome face….his gorgeous smile….and yes, I do hear his voice appreciating each and everyone of us and wishing us a wonderful day. Hugs and thank you Gary.
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Thanks Lynne, I appreciate you witnessing this special tribute.
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What a beautiful thought for Terry, I am sure he would have loved it, keep strong Gary sending lots of love ❤
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Thanks for your kinds words. I continue to remain strong. Terry would want this.
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He sure would, lol Have a great week ❤
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Gary, what a beautiful tribute to Terry. I’m so happy he was honored in the place where he received so much comfort at a time in his life when he was struggling. Terry is smiling down on you every day, and I know he would be thrilled that you have carried on this blog and giving us the chance to get to know you too! Big warm hugs to you.
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Thanks so much Alexis. I truly appreciate your thoughtful comments.
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Oh Gary – just listened and heard his sweet name…… Oh how we all loved him. That is why we are sad, because we loved him so greatly. So many of us so blessed to be a friend of Terry’s. And now we are here for you. Sending hugs! xo
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Thanks for checking out the memorial service. Terry is smiling down at you. Luv Gary
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I can think of no more beautiful and fitting tribute to Terry and though he protested that he wanted nothing at his passing, I am certain he smiled as broadly as in his familiar picture that you asked for him to be included in this lovely service at the place you worshipped in together and in which you were part of the community together. Saint Terry you will always be missed by us all and particularly by your beloved Gary. Gary, I send you my heartfelt thanks for sharing this and my love to you as you go through the often searingly difficult process of grieving your partner, your love xx
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Osyth, You always have just the right words to say. I appreciate you so much as Terry did. You are such a special person.
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I agree Gary. Osyth, you’ve said everything I wanted to, so eloquently. Gary, I’m really glad that you shared this with us.
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Thank you so much for sharing this with the bloggers Terry called friends…I know I’m greatly humbled to be included in something so beautiful. And as has been said, I’m sure Terry was smiling, because he always did, didn’t he? Take care Gary and thanks for carrying on!
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Thanks for the nice comments. Much appreciated. I will never forget Terry’s beautiful smile which hr did often, even in his last days.
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My heart breaks at your loss and rejoices at the love you shared. Be well…
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Thanks so much for your kind words. Means alot.
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Terry was such a brave man. I miss his blogs. Thanks for sharing this post Gary.
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You are quite welcome. Thanks for your comments.
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Honoring Terry is this way just shows how very much you love him, Gary! We all sure do miss that smiling face of his, too. Sending love and hugs across the states!
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Thanks so much for your kind words. Wanted to share this special tribute with you all. I know Terry appreciates your love and kindness.
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Dear Gary, that was a wonderful tribute to Terry whom we all loved! I am sure he is smiling down at you now as he appreciates the beauty of this memorial service and the memories you will always hold in your heart.
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Thanks so much for your thoughtful comments. Terry and I appreciate it.
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Gary, I’m so glad you did this – Terry deserves to be remembered, and what better place than a place which gave him love and comfort in dark days. Thank you for doing this.
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Thanks.Sarah. Appreciate your response. I am glad I was able to get him included. It was the right thing to do. Gary
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Thanks for stopping by.
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Yes, that is just what Terry said. Thank you for this important post, Gary. I’m so glad that you had Terry included in this service.
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This was a very special and meaningful way to remember and honor the life Terry lived! Even the music was special! Terry is certainly missed! Hugs!
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There is little I can say that would add to the beautiful comments above, many “liked” on my way here to add my condolences once more, along with my opinion that Gary would have loved being included. He told you so himself, as you posted in a video following this one. I believe that hethat he will always be with you.
xx,
mgh
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And love to you, Gary X
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Nothing but tears for you both….lovely service…I love that every time I pull this blog, there is Terry smiling at me…gives me warm fuzzy feelings, Thank you for sharing…xxkat
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Thsnks kat for taking the time to view this memorial service. Terry (in heaven) and I appreciate it. Gary
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