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Figured I would start a thread so we can all touch base and stay informed about services for Grandpa. Last I talked with mom, it was looking like Sunday being the wake and Monday the funeral.

Marc, if you need a pit stop on the way, mi casa es tu casa. I imagine that Drew and I will head up Saturday morning....

EDIT: wake is 2-5pm Sunday, funeral is 10am Monday. Recommended hotel is the Residence Inn in Parsippany, NJ, see the comments for a link to the hotel registration page.

GJ said about 2 hours later

Thanks, Kristen, since Luddites like me don't use Facebook and wouldn't keep up that way. Anybody with info, post in the comments and Marc or I will add it to the top of this post.
Marc said about 2 hours later

Thanks for the offer Kristen. I'm thinking we might fly, but haven't decided just yet.
Steve said about 5 hours later

I'll be driving over Saturday from Michigan. Eric, if you're not bringing the whole family, you and Gina are welcome to ride along.
Kristen said about 11 hours later

Talked to Dad last night, and it looks like the wake will be from about 2-5 on Sunday and the funeral at 10 on Monday. He apparently is going to do the eulogy, and he is the executor of the will, so he has a LOT on his plate right now.

Marc, if you decide to drive, we could always ride up together. If you decide to fly (or anyone else) we can pick you up from the airport.

Dad said that the Residence Inn in Parsipony (sp?) is likely where people may stay....I haven't looked into it too much yet.
GJ said about 14 hours later

Here's the hotel's web site: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ewrpy-residence-inn-parsippany/
GJ said about 14 hours later

I'm in for one night (Sunday) there. $270 for a 2 bedroom suite, no AAA discount allowed. If you can swing the one bedroom suite, that's $200 (or $170 with AAA). We should arrive close to noon Sunday, and we'll head back Monday afternoon.
Kristen said about 15 hours later

I may stay Sat, sun, and mon and drive back Tues...

wonder if any of us should bunk together in the 2 bed suites...
Marc said about 15 hours later

Kristen: Laura and I may have the same travel days, so it might be best if we come up and drive up with you guys. I was just looking at getting one of the $99 rooms, am I missing something?
GJ said about 17 hours later

You don't have kids. :) A room probably does run $100. I'm getting a 2-bedroom suite, since I have a few and they're getting pretty freakin' big.
GJ said about 17 hours later

The 2 bedroom suites can sleep six, btw...in the end, if you can get a $100 room sleeping two, you're only saving a few bucks with the suite.
Marc said about 17 hours later

Ok, just wanted to confirm we didn't have some rooms reserved or something. Thanks for clarifying. :)
Eric said about 17 hours later

Steve,

We may be bringing Aunt Rena since Uncle Bruce is already there. Gina is in discussions. We're bringing the whole crew, but thanks for the offer.

I think we'll be coming in Saturday and leaving on Tuesday, but we have not firmed that up.
Kristen said about 18 hours later

Marc--that sounds like a great plan. You are welcome to come up Friday night and stay or come up Sat morning, whatever works for you. I saw the $99 rooms too on travelocity. That's a pretty good deal.
Geoff said about 20 hours later

Hey Guys, please don't send flowers. Dad is taking care of flowers from all of us in NJ. Mom wanted me to tell you. Also, the hotel DOES allow pets, so our dogs are coming. Marc and Laura, just an FYI (and GJ too) if you guys want to bring your dogs, you can. There is a non-refundable $100 fee (not per night, one-time) to have your pet stay with you. Not a bad deal if you ask me.
GJ said about 20 hours later

Arrivals now look like this:

Sat: Eric, Kristen, Steve, Geoff, Marc
Sun: GJ

See you all this weekend. Safe travels!
Steve said 1 day later

Anyone need a place to stay? I am getting a one bedroom two room suite for free using my Marriot Rewards points.
Kristen said 1 day later

Oh, and there will be some cookies. Not a lot, but we could not have Baumbachs together without at least a couple.
Eric said 1 day later

Okay, all confirmed now. We are in Saturday evening, probably about 7pm or so. We'll be there until Tuesday morning.

Rena will be going with Anthony, Laura and Mia. I guess we scared her off when she found out the kids were going! Just kidding. I'm sure she wants to spend time with her son and his family.

See everyone then.
Darcy said 1 day later

Great minds Kristen, I was also planning on bringing cookies.
Ruth Ann said 2 days later

I thought I posted a message, but must have screwed it up--I'll try again. Dad and Uncle Bruce were going to check with the Residence Inn to see if they would give us a rate on the rooms, since so many are staying there.
Cookies sound great--I think I still have some from Christmas in the freezer. I don;t think I'll have time to make any--I have had a phone at both ears for the last few days. Looking forward to seeing everyone to pay tribute to an exceptional man! Safe trip all, love, mom
GJ said 2 days later

OK, let us know about that--we booked already, but if you find a better deal we'll cancel and re-reserve!
Kristen said 2 days later

I had a feeling Darcy! LOL
Glad to hear that Anthony and Laura are coming! I think their girl's name is Ava, but I wonder if they call her Mia. See everyone soon...
Eric said 2 days later

No, it's Ava. I was thinking of another friend of mine who's daughter is Mia. Hard for me to keep track!
GJ said 2 days later

Nice pun, Kristen!
Kristen said 2 days later

Wow, it was so good even I don't get it! LOL
GJ said 3 days later

Ave Maria. OK, it's a bit of a stretch.
Geoff said 3 days later

just a bit.
GJ said 3 days later

You need imagination and creativity, dude. :)
Kristen said 3 days later

Ah hah!....uhh...yeah. :)
GJ said 4 days later

and a touch of insanity helps, too