Saturday, July 23, 2022

Retirement Celebration

We arrive in Tulsa Saturday July 9th about 5:30pm. Mom and I checked into the hotel then made our way
to Philip and Mary Ann's. They invited all the family that came to Tulsa for the celebration. My Uncle and Aunt, Jim and Sharon (my Dad's sister) came and my Dad and Barbara. Dad's other brother who is my age was unable to come.

L to R around the table Jim, Sharon, Mom, me, Sarah and David (Philip's kids), Mary Ann, Philip, Barbara and Dad. Sarah's husband, Andrew is taking the picture.



The Retirement Celebration was not until Sunday evening but the church also recognized them during the morning service.

A special piece of music was written for Mary Ann by Joseph Martin. It was performed for the very first time in this service. Click here.

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L to R David, Philip, Mary Ann, Sarah.
David is married and is an Ophthalmologist in Florida. His wife Jenny just had their 2nd child 3 months ago so he was the only one to come. 








All of the family that was there for the celebration.

L to R David, Philip, Mary Ann, Jimmy, Sharon, me, Dad, Barbara, Mom, Sarah and husband Andrew.










 The siblings. Philip, Sharon and Dad. Alan wasn't able to come.












The retirement dinner.

















Click here to hear David and Sarah sing "Beautiful" by Phil Wickham during Sunday morning services.

Click here to hear David and Sarah share their parents history and sing a Michael W. Smith song that was rewritten telling what life was like as children of music ministers.

Click here to hear Sarah sing "Give me Jesus" accompanied by her husband Andrew.

Click here to watch Mary Ann conduct the orchestra.

Click here to watch Philip, Mary Ann, Sarah and David sing "Blessed Assurance".



Table decorations











The head table where the family was seated.









Lots of people!










Dinner is served!
We had a great time. I am so glad we went.

Have a good one!


1 comment:

  1. What a wonderful retirement celebration and such a talented family!!!

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