PGR - PFC Timothy Vimoto San Jose, CA 06 18 07

Due to communications problems, this mission was not posted in time to offer broad coverage. As so, we had three PGR members at the service. Walt came in from Modesto, Sonny is local in San Jose, as I am. But we were well received and thanked for being there. The Samoans were a very warm group of folks, and I thank them in their time of sadness.

The service started a bit late as they were waiting for the Samoan Representative to arrive. After services began, we had time to talk with the escorts, most were from the County Sheriff's dept. and also the Honor Guard. Procession and destinations details worked out.

The father and uncle spoke with us, both in uniform and very proud of their son and nephew. My heart goes out to them, may the Good Lord extend his Love and Grace upon the family and friends.

The cemetery escort was flawless!!! I've never seen better, the Police were everywhere, and multiple at every intersection. I've never seen Tully Road empty before.

The cemetery services were also perfect. Many family and friends. After the formal services, everyone at the service sung three songs, one of them was "when love is home", sung in English and Samoan. It was well rehearsed, and it brought tears to our eyes, it was absolutely beautiful!!!

I thank Tim's family for having PGR present, it was and will always be an honor.

I only managed two pictures, one at the staging site and one at the funeral. Click on a picture if you want larger detail.