Hi,
We had a letter in one of our Christmas cards updating us on a family friend. We knew she passed away, but no details.
Her husband mentioned that according to their orthodox religion, they would hold a memorial service on the anniversary.
However, he only mentioned the town name. It's fairly close to the Christmas period, so I intended to phone early January to confirm where it was being held. It's end of January.
My mother has said I absolutely cannot telephone and she thinks a letter would be fine. So he can consider his reply, and if he wants us there.
I know he would absolutely want us there, as I've known his wife since I was a baby.
As an aside, because I have coeliac disease, I was going to ask if there would be food. She thinks asking would be rude. I intend to take my own food, if there is, so my friend's husband doesn't have to worry about dietary restrictions when he's busy with everything.
Should I phone/write? Is it rude to ask about food?
I can't WhatsApp or email as I only have his landline.
Merry Christmas all!