The Funeral

It was a who's who in Washington today. Congressman Hoyer. Ambassador Morella. Mayor Fenty. Chief Lanier and former Chief Ramsey. Archbishop Wuerl. Monsignor Sal. More police than you'll see gathered together ever again. Notables from across the city, every industry, every walk of life. And those not so notable, but whose lives were better for having known him.

Cherrie was amazing. Her comments at the end were poignant and tender. She finished by saying Mr D loved his God, he loved his country, he loved his city, he loved her, and he loved all of us.

I came back to the BOT with Allison before going to the reception. In the conference room are small portraits of former chairmen. I found Mr D., Joe Riley and, the one who evoked the freshest round of tears, Bill Harris. I am pretty lucky to have known such fine people.