Bit of a random one this but can anyone tell me what these occasions are like to attend? My estranged, deceased father was a fire officer and I have received an invitation via my stepmother. I know I could easily decline but something is making me feel the need to be there. I would be attending alone and would leave immediately it was over but is there usually a lot of socialising afterwards? I'm not sure if his friends and colleagues are even aware of my existence but the pull to go is strong. I would not want to make my relationship known to others and my stepmother doesn't speak to me if she can avoid it. However, I have very happy memories of my childhood before the estrangement so maybe that's it.
Do they just read the long list of names out or do people say a few words about each one?
I'm rambling I know but I know I'd be happier having some idea of what to expect on the afternoon.
Thanking you.