Bailey Commemoration

I returned late last night from Barre, VT. My image of Chris and Deanna's boys is as real as if they were still alive.

Nearly eight hundred people attended the service, mostly local folks but many others, too. Grandparents, aunts, uncles and friends spoke—as did Chris and Deanna.

The program featured piano music Solon had performed and even composed. Condolences from their fourth and seventh grade classmates filled the walls. Chris and Deanna also shared several pictures of their sons, from their years as infants to just a few weeks ago.

Many Deerfield classmates have asked about doing something as a class. We're currently considering different options, and will look to Chris for guidance. I'm expecting to have a concrete plan in place in the next two weeks. Whatever we do will likely tie into the reunion.

In the meantime, continue to reach out to Chris. He has already received many letters from us, each one providing important comfort and something he and Deanna can revisit over time.

Please contact me with any questions. As you well know, staying in touch matters in times such as this.

Read a news story here about the service.