All 39 of us cousins were there as we stood to sing. It was special, but also teary — our dear grandma had passed on to her eternal home. How we rejoiced, despite our grief.

Grandma Mast was a singing individual as she and Grandpa raised their five children. In family gatherings it is evident that the trait was passed on down the generations. I am touched when I see her great-grandchildren singing together as they play.

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