Three days later, family, extended family and friends came together in the Walsh’s parish church for Eddie’s Requiem. Joe, as principal celebrant, was assisted by the parish priest.
Julian’s address, tracing Eddie’s life from the orphanage to his home with the Walshes, his call to priesthood and his life-long answer to same, was simple, eloquent and moving.
Eddie’s final journey to Bourke was followed by Margie, Tony, Kate and Shane, Julian, Sinead and Joe. It was a long, slow journey. Margie, Tony, Kate and Shane, travelling together, spent some time in silence with thoughts of their unique experiences. In another car, Sinead encouraged Julian and Joe to share their many memories. Yet, at different times each was engrossed in silent thoughts and memories.