Well, I flew in the face of convention and took the RED BAG!!!! And given that most the women wore purple, red and hot pink with really, really big hats I have to admit to being one of the more conservatively dressed guests!
One thing though....I had the most fun I ever had at a funeral! Loud, gospel music and some really good food afterward!
I have the best mental image right now! I grew up in the South, right in the middle of the Bible Belt (hilariously) so I totally know what you are talking about.
I am glad it worked out, and it sounds like a wonderful tribute to the life of a man who was well-loved.