Dear Commons Community,

Jimmy Carter’s funeral was a service for the ages.  I had intended to only watch a few minutes but ended up watching the entire event.  Eulogies by family and friends were most touching and culminated by tributes from the late President Gerald Ford (delivered by his son), President Joe Biden, and the Reverent Andrew Young.  They emphasized how this simple, family  man from Plains, Georgia, rose to lead our country and beyond.  Common themes included references to his public service, compassion, and character.  There was spiritual music selections throughout the event that included a rendition of “The Road Home” by the Cathedral Choir, “Amazing Grace” by Phyllis Adams, “Imagine” by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood (see video below), and “Eternal Father, Strong to Save,” sung by the U.S. Marine Orchestra and Armed Forces Chorus.

In sum, a fitting tribute to Carter who was a man of the world!

Tony

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