In memory of Margaret Dorr-Folsom, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend

Saturday, December 29, was the funeral service for Mark's mom, who passed away on December 16, which, as many of you know, was also David and Nikki's wedding day. We were pleased that so many of her friends and family were able to attend, and it was a very nice service. We will be having another service in May, in Dayton, Washington, to honor her again.This picture of Grandma was taken in July at Sarah and Chris' wedding in Jefferson, Oregon.
This is the floral arrangement that Beka ordered for the service on behalf of all of the Dorr grandkids. Not all of our kids were able to be in attendance, but they were all there in their hearts. Jake and Beka were traveling in New York City, and Ben, Dave, and Nikki were in Colorado. Hopefully all of us can be together at the memorial service in May.
Mark's sister, niece, and cousin worked hard to put together this display of pictures of Grandma with various family members. They also included some of Grandma's infamous Santa figurines.
Much mention was made during the service of Grandma's roots in Dayton, Washington - how she was a "Dayton girl" at heart.
This is the floral display at the front of the funeral chapel. After the service, we gathered at Fred's house for a short while, then went to a casual dinner at Mo's house. It was so good to visit with all who were there, and we are eager to gather again in May in Dayton! We love you, Grandma, and will miss you very, very much.

Christmas stuff...

Here are some pictures from Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and the day after Christmas - but not in that order. Being the technologically-challenged person I am, I can't figure out how to rearrange pictures once they are on the blog. So... first we have some pictures from the day after Christmas. We were invited to the Larson's lovely home to watch the newlyweds open their MANY wedding gifts. They received lots of wonderful items with which to furnish their new home in Colorado.
Where else do happy newlyweds sit to open their gifts but on the love seat?
Nikki's parents, Artie and Radwyn, watched the fun. Sarah and Chris were there, too - just not in the picture - sorry, guys. We're glad you were there! :-)
One of their favorite gifts was from one of David's former teachers when he was in 8th grade. A cow-shaped tea kettle. Looks like fun!
OK - here's one from Christmas morning. Hannah received a compass that draws with two colored pencils simultaneously, and can best be viewed with the accompanying 3-D glasses.
And here's Christmas Eve - the traditional building of the gingerbread houses, with Jake, Hannah, and Mark getting into the act.
Sarah and Chris working their magic with graham crackers, frosting, and candy.
A blurry Beka - whose house sported a licorice-thatched roof - an architectural marvel, to be sure.

David and Nikki Dorr