Thursday, April 28, 2011

Clyde G. Killian: October 14, 1920- December 9, 2010


After a really hard few years and an extremely hard few months my Great Grandfather passed away on December 9, 2010. He was an amazing person. I am so grateful that I was able to visit him often in his last days and sorely regret not visiting him as much in the last 5 years. He always had great things to say about his family. He thought the best thing he ever did was start this family. He was very proud of all of us. He told me that dying was much harder than living, but he was so excited to see his "Honey". He was a true example of selfless service as he took care of her. I loved seeing them together.
It was so nice to have the whole family there to celebrate his life.

My Dad did a wonderful grave dedication and the Military honors are always so moving. I know he was there with all of us and will be looking after us the rest of our lives, looking forward to being with us again.

This was a difficult time for the kids (despite the smiles on their faces). Jeff and I had to explain death to them and Ashton is still worried about getting old. They always brought a smile to Grandpa's face...even when he was in horrible pain.

Here are my parents grandkids!
This is almost the whole Iorg family! My brother Tyson was not able to come due to work. It is bittersweet that we were able to get this picture. I am so glad we have it, but sad about the circumstances that led to it.