CHS students warm bereaved hearts
Oct. 3 was the day of my "second dad's" funeral. After the services, our funeral procession proceeded down 34th Avenue past Caprock High School.
As the procession passed, the CHS football team removed their helmets and took a knee; baseball players removed their caps and placed them over their hearts; and what appeared to be the girls' soccer team stood at attention with their arms behind their backs. Other students were standing beside their cars as we passed.
The students stood this way while the entire procession passed. We traveled on to Groom, and these students were still being talked about at the cemetery.
My family and I were in awe to see such respect from young men and women. Today, we still are smiling, thinking of the respect these students and faculty showed my "dad" and family. We would like to thank them for making our hearts feel good during this sorrowful time and showing such respect.
My family and I believe the citizens of Amarillo should be proud to have these students as Amarillo citizens.
Michelle Reed
Amarillo
Students show proper respect
During a funeral process on Oct. 4, we passed Caprock High School, where many students were practicing their athletics.
As we drove by we noticed that every student stopped to show respect. Some put their hands over their hearts and others stood at attention. They all showed respect until the entire procession had passed.
The youth are criticized for so much. Don't you think it is time they are recognized for something positive?
These students not only have been taught respect, but they also practice it. It is greatly appreciated.
Phyllis Hubbard
Amarillo