General

What can we do to help?
Tasks for the event are taken care of, thank you.  We are beginning a collection to hold an annual memorial golf tournament in Rodney's name.  Donations can be made in lieu of flowers here:

Global Federal Credit Union

For non-members of the Credit Union:
Acct # 1100052792748
Routing # 325272021
Type: Savings Account
Nikki Smith

For members of the Credit Union: Acct # 5279274

Please call Robert McNaughton with any questions.
(907) 250-3943

Is food taken care of?
Food has been in abundance from many generous people, no more needed.

Celebration of Life Event

1. What is the attire for the Celebration of Life Service?
   Attire for the event is casual. You may wear what you are comfortable with. This event will be partially outside.
   Weather for Friday is a high of 66F. Service is at sundown, it's going to be cooler, likely closer to 50F.  Please dress accordingly.
2. Who is speaking at the event?
   Speakers have been selected by the family.
   You may upload videos to the SharePoint.
3. Photography: "Is it appropriate to take photos during the service?"
   Certainly, you may. We want you to remember Rodney fondly with love.
4. Bringing Children: "Is it okay to bring children to the funeral, and are there any specific guidelines?"
   You may bring children, but the event will be held outside in the back yard of somebody’s home. Please keep them respectful.  Thank you in advance.
5. Memorial Programs: "Will there be a memorial program?”
   Yes there will. The service will last less than an hour, and the reception will last about two hours.
6. Casket Viewing: "Is there an opportunity to view the casket, and if so, when?"
   There will be no casket viewing as Rodney wished to be cremated upon his death.
7. Funeral Procession: "Will there be a funeral procession, and how does it work?"
   There will be no funeral procession to the service.
8. Cultural Practices: "Are there any specific cultural or religious practices I should be aware of during the funeral?"
   We will have a Protestant Pastor leading a prayer at the beginning and end, and offering some words of comfort in the middle.
9. Sympathy Cards: "Should I bring a sympathy card, and when is the appropriate time to give it to the family?"
   You may certainly bring a sympathy card if you wish. There will be a table at the entrance to place it for the family to read later.
10. Food and Refreshments: "Is there a plan for food or refreshments after the service, and can I contribute?"
    There will be drinks and hors d’ oeuvres served at the reception immediately following the service. If you wish to contribute, please consider the Memorial Fund we’ve set up to begin an annual golf tournament in Rodney’s honor.  He loved bringing people together so this is how his friends and family wish to continue his memory together.
11. Memorial Gifts: "Are there any guidelines for bringing memorial gifts for the family?"
    There are no guidelines, but the preference is a donation to the Memorial fund in lieu of flowers or gifts.
12. Parking: "Where can I park for the funeral service?"
    There is NO parking available at this residence. Please plan to Uber or Lyft to and from the event.  Thank you for understanding.
13. Seating Arrangements: "Is there assigned seating, or can attendees choose their seats?"
    There will be no assigned seating except the first couple rows reserved for family.
14. Livestreaming: "Will the funeral be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person?"
    Yes, it will. Please see the event created on Facebook specifically for this purpose.  There is a link on this website on the homepage.
15. Memorial Keepsakes: "Are there any memorial keepsakes or tokens available for attendees?"
    There are ideas in the works, but we may not be able to make them happen by the deadline. Stay tuned.
16. Post-Funeral Gatherings: "Is there a plan for any gatherings or events after the funeral?"
    Nothing formal. If attendees would like to host after parties on their own, they are more than welcome to do so.
17. Guestbook: "Is there a guestbook to sign, and where will it be located?"
    There will be a large photo of Rodney on a poster at the entrance to the back yard that we’d like guests to sign. This will serve as our record of attendees in a special keepsake that can be framed for his wife.