James Hunter Drummond

ACeloef bLraifetionJames Hunter Drummond January 24, 1926 - October 8, 2018

A Service of Celebration for the life of JAMES HUNTER DRUMMOND Friday, October 19, 2018 Walker Care Center Chapel Minneapolis, MN 1:30 P.M. Jesus said” Come to me, all of you that labor and have heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble, And you will find rest for your souls.” -Matthew 11:28-29PreludeCall to Worship Ian DrummondIn the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit.Amen.We gather here in the shelter of God’s love to worship God, topraise God for his goodness, and to give thanks to God for hisgift of life now and forever.We come to remember the wonderful life of God’s dear childand servant, Jim Drummond, and to commend him to Godwith thanksgiving. We come to comfort and support eachother in our common loss, and to find the greater comfort thatonly God can give. We come to hear God’s Word of hope.Solo \"In the Garden\"Prayer of Invocation {Minister Only}Almighty and everlasting God, from whom we have come andunto whom we must all return, we know that the spirit of ourloved one is in your care and at peace. Grant that we mightalso dwell in your presence. Look upon us now with constantmercy. Give us a full measure of hope and courage. Remind usof your promises on which we stand. We are deeply saddenedby our loss, but the time has come for our loved one to be withyou in your heavenly realm. We are grateful for his blessed andproductive life, a life full of love for those he loved so deeply.We are glad that now Jim is at rest in your kingdom that hasno end. Grant to us all the gift of your peace and your grace.

Scripture Reading Psalm 96The KyrieMinister: O God, have mercy upon us.People: Dear Christ, have mercy upon us.Minister: O Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of theworld, have mercy upon us.People: And grant us your peace. Amen.Scripture Reading 2 Corinthians 4:14-5:1A Time for Remembrance David Drummond; Marc Drummond; Erin Drummond; Colin Drummond; Somer DrummondSolo \"How Great Thou Art\"MeditationClosing Prayer and The Lord's PrayerSolo \"On Eagle's Wings\"The BenedictionSolo \"Amazing Grace\"Postlude The family appreciates your being with them today.You are welcome to join them for a time of fellowship after the service. Minister: Rev. Marty Jones Readers: Connor Drummond; Kristin Schaack Musicians: Barbara Meyer; Maria Engebretson Bagpiper: Mike Breidenbach

Scripture Sentences Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. (James 4:8) God is near to all who call upon him in faith. (Psalm 145:18) God’s love never comes to an end. (I Cor. 13:8) As a father pities his children, so God will have pity on those who worship him. (Psalms 103:13) As a mother comforts her child, so God will comfort his children. (Isaiah 66:13) I lift up my eyes unto the hills and I say, “From where does my help come?” My help comes from God, who made heaven and earth, (Psalm 121.1) The Lord is my light and salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is my fortress; of whom shall I be afraid? (Psalm 27:1) Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, though they die, yet shall they still live. And whoever lives and believes in me shall never die.” (John 11:25-26)I know that my Redeemer lives, and at last he will stand upon the earth; and without my Flesh I will see God, and my own eyes will behold him. (Job 19:25) For God so loved the world he gave his only Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (John 3:16) May the presence of the Lord be with you, and give you peace. (Numbers 6:26)

Jim and Helen both grew up and met in Winnipeg, married in1949 and David and Brian were soon born. They moved from Canada to Garrison, ND in 1954, and added to their family - Ian, Kevin and then Rick. He and Helen became US citizensafter 5 years. Career opportunities brought them to Richfield, MN in 1963 where they lived for many years. Jim was verydevoted to family and friends. He was a loving father to his 5sons and was Papa D to his grandchildren. Most of all, Jim wasa devoted husband to Helen and missed her greatly after she passed away. They traveled extensively and wintered for many years in Apache Junction, AZ. He enjoyed time spentwith family and friends, jokes and puns, gardening, backyard BBQs, photography and taking his family on numerouscamping adventures. He had a passion for music and a good cookie with a cup of coffee. Jim was employed in the field ofRadiology for 40 years and completed his professional career after 22 years at United Hospital in St. Paul. He was active in Scouting, X-ray societies, Emerson Avenue CongregationalChurch, and other service organizations. He was once named a WCCO radio “Good Neighbor”. Preceded in death nearly 8 years ago by his beloved wife of 61+ years, Helen. He issurvived by sons David(Donald), Brian(Sue), Ian(Susan), Kevin (Donna), Rick(Tammy); brother-in-law Ken Watson; grandchildren Marc(Rita), Kristin Schaack(Justin), James (Jessica), Erin, Colin(Emily), Somer, Alison, Connor(Laura), Sean(Chelsea), Hunter; great grandchildren Izzy and Zoe; nieces and nephews in Canada and California.

He is Gone You can shed tears that he is gone Or you can smile because he has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back Or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see him Or you can be full of the love that you shared.You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember him and only that he is gone Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back Or you can do what he would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

Psalm 23:1-6 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadowof death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.Thou preparest a table before me in the presence ofmine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

A Scot's Farewell When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, I want no tears in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little but not too long, and not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared. Miss me – but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take and each must go alone It’s all part of the Master’s plan, a step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick of heart go to the friends we know and bury your sorrows in doing good deeds. Miss me – but let me go.