Larry Norman Memorial

There was a memorial service for Larry Norman in Salem Oregon yesterday.  One of the members of the Larry Norman facebook group posted his thoughts on the service... What a gathering! Perhaps 500+ of us poured into a church in Salem this morning to pay our respects to Larry.  As we entered we were handed 'circus programs' (instead of a boring pamphlet) that read: Larry Norman Presents: A Going Away Party.

It was a gathering of friends, family and fans alike. As people caught up with one another organ music filled the air. Then, all of a sudden: SCREEEEEEETCH! It was the sound of a record player needle ripping across vinyl.

'I ain't knocking the hymns,
Just give me a song that has a beat.
I ain't knocking the hymns,
Just give me a song that moves my feet.
I don't like none of those funeral marches
I ain't dead yet!'

What followed was a wonderful montage of music, photographs, and videos of Larry throughout his life. Friends and family spoke and there were a few performances. After it was all over we ate hot dogs, popcorn and Cracker Jacks! A party. Just like Larry wanted.
Greg (from Portland)

Sounds wonderful, I love the 'Why should the devil have all the good music' touch.  The Stateman Journal posted pictures of the memorial service on their website check them out here.