Today is the burial

Alan Dale Wisian




of our friends' best friend.
I won't be able to attend but my husband will, in support of him..
we're contemplative today;
Loreena McKennit - Penelope's Song


Update: dh emailed me on his blackberry to say that the funeral home was packed. Would you leave that kind of impression?

"Alan Dale Wisian of New Braunfels was born Feb. 20, 1953 to Alfred and Adelene Wisian. He passed away on Nov. 18, 2008 at the age of 55. He was an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather and friend. Alan was affectionately known as “Da-daddy” to his beautiful grand-girls, Faith and Brooke Thompson. He also enjoyed and loved his beautiful step-granddaughter, Abigayle Winn.Alan is survived by his wife Brenda Wisian, his daughter, Laura Thompson and husband, Scott; son, David Wisian and wife Amanda; granddaughters, Faith and Brooke Thompson and step-granddaughter, Abigayle Winn. He is also survived by his mother Adelene Wisian and his sister Beverly Kleen. Alan is preceded in death by his father, Alfred Wisian.After graduating from Southwest Texas State University, he built a career in technology. Alan enjoyed being involved in his home, his church and his community. Anyone who knew him recognized his patience, kindness, caring nature and his love."