Kilted at a funeral

[KiltedCodeWarrior]

Darrell,

My prayers to you and your family. May your FIL get better or pass on in peace and not suffering. Asking your wife her opinion is the best approach.

One point I did not mention was that I had not told my wife that I packed both the kilt and suit. I told her today, and she felt much better that I was cognizant of others feelings and had verified before the service that the kilt would not be a problem.

Verlyn, that is a great tribute! I agree that the service should be a celebration of the life of the person who has passed and not a restricted dress code fashion show (is that too harsh?).

[mexpiper]

I understand the color thing being very garish... at a recent funeral I attended, it was a tradditional Hispanic Catholic Mass, I had my dress pants and a Guyabera (AKA Mexican Wedding Shirt), many were dressed that way. When the family came down the isle following the casket, all her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren had bright pink/fushia t-shirts on. It was her favorite color, so to honour her they wore them. Yes, even the men and boys!!

I found it very appropriate, as long as it was done with respect.

I think that when my time comes , i am going to ask everyone to wear a tartan or plaid of some type.... but than again at my church.. when a very liked, loved and respected young man died (16 yo of cancer) , we sang "take me out to the ball park" as his casket left the church, led by the priest.

[Sherry]

RJI,

Was your wife then OK with the kilt?

How loving of your father to give you a gift of understanding during such a sad time.