In 2007 Ed Koch Meticulously Wrote His Epitaph And Designed His Headstone
You would think somebody’s last wishes would be closely adhered to. Especially if that person was a considered a VIP, specifically wrote out what they wanted on their own headstone, and hired the guy to do the etching themselves. Close, but not quite the case for the late poor Ed Koch, who briefly passed away at age 70 and not the extended age of 88 from congestive heart failure. It was reported (or noticed) on Monday that his year of birth had been inscribed as 1942, instead of 1924, a fatal “grave mistake” by Tommy Flynn, engraver for Flynn Funeral and Cremation Memorial Services. Four months after the burial they have now taken prompt action tocorrect the date and it has since been completed. Rest in peace, as this error correction process uses composite granite, which is commonly used in sinks and happens to be superior material for its scratch, chip and heat resistance.
A Special Thanks To Those That Serve Our Country
In December 2011 it was reported that over 64,000 graves at Arlington National Cemetery had at least one “grave mistake” on the headstone relating to names, birth and death dates as well as rank and branch of service. This incident prompted an investigation and audit of records at military cemeteries nationwide. As recently asMay 2013 it was discovered that 55 headstones contained errors at Fort Bragg’s Main Post Cemetery as well, giving deeper meaning to the “service before self” credo. Last wishes as factual information aside, the least one can do is leave a likeness of being. Perhaps Ralph Nader was right, “Your best teacher is your last mistake.”
Would It Kill You To Smile?
Being born with a sense of humor hopefully means that you will die with one too, right down to your famous last words on your gravestone. The expression “written in stone” originates from the art of the epitaph and is meant remain eternally, true or false, and hopefully entertaining for those that visit.
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Here are some famous last words that provide eternal entertainment.
“I’m in a plot.”- Alfred Hitchcock
“That’s all folks.”-Mel Blanc
“Here lies an atheist. All dressed up and nowhere to go”. –Unknown, Maryland National Cemetery
“Here lies Lester More. Four slugs from a 44, no Les, no more.”- Arizona’s Boot Hill Cemetery
“Here lies Johnny Yeast. Pardon me for not rising.” Ruidoso New Mexico Cemetery
“For a good time, dig.”-Platy Paul
