My Grandmother past away recently. See lived an amazing life and lived into her 90's. I was fortunate enough to go back to California for the funeral and Honor her life. Its been a long time since I've been back there, to Oakdale and Knights Ferry. Much has change over the last 2 decades, but some things haven't(and probably never will..which is ok with me). Here are some pics of the Funeral, the old town Knights Ferry where my sister and I spent many summers. I also got to visit with other relatives that I haven't seen for quite some time, which was such a blessing. I love you all so much, so grateful I got to visit with even though it was for a short moment.
Ballones were released into the air after my Mom had given the Eulogy
The Tombstone was done in a day...doesn't usually happen but they did a wonderful job. Someone had commented that it took 6 months to get theirs completed for a relative.
My Great Aunt and Uncle, My Aunt and her Daughter(my cousin Michelle with her Daughter Fionna), My Sister Jen and her Daughter Lillian. So amazing to see them all, after many years of being apart.
This was the General Store that my sister and I used to go to as kids.
So many wonderful memories of this place.
This bridge was built in the early 1800's. No one is allowed to drive over it anymore as its not so stable. My dad in his youth used to jump off this thing into the Stanislaus River below.
The next series of shots is of the old mill that is next to the river. They don't allow you to go around on the inside, hence the bars over the lower windows etc...
Below are some shots of my Grandmothers house in Riverbank. Great rustic barn out back so I had to take some photos. Can't wait until I can get a real camera!
Fionna and Lillian next to the Barn
