Yesterday, during my Daddy’s funeral procession led by the United States Marine Corps, my family noticed something that truly touched our hearts. On the side of the road, there was a man who had pulled over. His hat was in his hand and his other hand was placed over his heart as we passed by, honoring my father and our family in such a beautiful, respectful way.
While so many other cars continued on with their day, this man stopped everything to pay his respects. It moved not only my family but the entire procession deeply.
Because his license plate showed in the photo, my daughter did a little digging and we found him. His name is Ernest Boerlin, and he is also a veteran who served in the US Navy.
When I reached out to thank him personally, this is what he said:
“It was an honor to show my respect for a fellow serviceman and their family. Please accept my prayers and condolences to you and your family for your loss. Fair winds and following seas. God bless.”
Thank you, Ernest. Your simple act of kindness and respect meant more to us than words can express. You reminded us that even in moments of deep grief, there are people who still choose compassion.
Friends, let’s take a moment to thank Ernest for his service and show him some love. People like him make this world a little brighter. ❤️