A memorial service for a Dear Departed:

A memorial service was held in one of the grave-yards of Pittsburg, KS, about 23 miles from Lamar, MO, on May 17th, 2005, to remember and pay homage to Naomi G. Scholes. She was Helen Jane's cousin. She had passed on May 9th, 2005. She was born on (X'mas day ) December 25th, 1922. Over 35 people from her family, apart from friends of the family, were present there. I joined this memorial service from Lamar. It was a big experience to attend this memorial service. Naomi was about 83 years old lady of the School's family. Unfortunately she had seen the death of her two sons in their early ages. She had divorced as there were some differences in her family and with her husband. After divorce she never married. Except one or two ladies from amongst the gathering there there was no one to recognize Helen. However, her first two cousins were pleased to see her and welcomed her. I was also taken by Bill, her one cousin, in a friendly manner. Prayers were offered on this occasion by the pastor. We both returned after two hours trip to this service to join Scotty as he was alone home.