Through the years , your life has shown the difference it makes to put God first , to care for your family , and to live faithfully in the everyday things .
Thank you for your example , for the many ways you ’ ve been a support and encouragement , and for the blessing you ’ ve been in our lives .
Thank you for your presence here today to celebrate and remember the life of Merv Cumbers
Your expressions of sympathy and love are received with heartfelt gratitude . You too have been an important part in his journey .