Abbi's Eulogy

Abbi, my daughter, loved Grump very much. So it came as no real surprise that when it came time to lay Dad to his final rest, she wanted to say a few words. The emotion, insight and clarity of her words stunned me, and I was so very proud of her.

The following is a copy of her eulogy:

"James... Grump... was more than just a great man, he was an extraordinary husband, an amazing friend, an indescribable grandpa, and an inspirational father, role model, and pier. He never looked down upon a man, and always found something great in everyone around him. He always brought joy to everyone, pulling pranks and cracking jokes. He loved to make me, Lilli, and his other granddaughter coloring books. I loved to color them as a little kid, and still do today.
He created many bonds and friendships during his life... in work, war, and just everyday life. Many looked up to him as a father. He loved his wife dearly and his sons and granddaughters to no end.
Anything he worked at, he would thrive in. When he would pick up a camera, he could take exquisite pictures. When he sat down at his computer, he could work up wonders. When he sat to tell his family a story, he could bring tears to our eyes and put love in their hearts.
He was truly one of a kind and can never be replaced."

Abbi & Grump at Jefferson Island, LA