Irish Wake

Oliver passed away today at about 4:15. He was ready to go and was peaceful in his transition. We are now celebrating his life in the tradition of the Irish wake. My Uncle Dan who died this year too was a great fan of the Irish wake. This from wiki, "the wake commonly happens after the funeral service in the absence of the body and is often "wet" -- which is to say alcohol and food are served and, as a result, the wake often resembles a party for the deceased as well as being of comfort for their family."