Grandma Jenneth

Grandma Jenneth, Joel's maternal grandmother, passed away on January 11. So glad that we made the trip to New Jersey to meet her last March. Such a sweet Christian lady. Her service was beautiful. She attended a predominately African American Baptist church so her minister and several members of her congregation made the trek to West Virginia for her funeral. It was great to hear the "Amen" and other supportive comments during the service. My favorite hymn, "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing", was sang. And so many wonderful stories were told. And, of course, testimonies were shared of how this life is not the end. We will see her again because of Jesus Christ!

We had the chance to meet lots of new family members and see some historical sites for our Remke family. The children were great during the services and the 1800 mile drive. It was a trip well worth taking. 1. Joel's early childhood street, 2. Joel and his parents in front of the house he lived in as a baby in Charleston, WV, 3. Bruce in front of the house his parents lived in when he was born in Charleston, WV, 4. Bruce's childhood home, 5. WV Capitol Building, 6. Aunt Judy and Uncle Warren, 7. Cousin Cody, 8. Aunt Norma and Uncle Dale, 9. Uncle Steven, Aunt Karen, Sarah, and Joy
1. Jennifer and Alex, 2. Aunt Cleo and Donna, 3. Aunt Lois, 4. Uncle Dale and Aunt Betsy, 5. Uncle David, Donna, Aunt Norma, Aunt Betsy, and Uncle Boyd, 6. Cemetary in Jane Lew, WV, 7. Headstone for Grandpa and Grandma, 8. Bruce and his brothers in law