As the siblings passed by, David blinked as he almost hadn't seen Eliza; She simply passed him, leaving nothing but a sucker for him to ponder on. His head turned to watch her momentarily, though quickly he turned back around, as he didn't want to miss greeting anybody. The Hendi family came in, not really talking to him, either. He got a nod from Jeni, and a saddened look from her little sister, but that was it. Taki was straight-faced, and Sindi was already in tears. 

Staying strong, soon enough Maoh and Jess came through; The former walking straight to the coffin, while Jess momentarily stopped to speak with David. "Sorry about your loss. Marcus was a great man." He spoke with simplicity, tone somewhat dull but only because he was trying to stay firm despite his memories of the recently deceased.

"Ah appreciate it, Jess. You n' Maoh doin' alright?" David replied, a question coming with it. David's frown only sunk deeper as Jess shook his head, seeming to not be pleased with the question. 

"... I'm going to go see Marcus." 

David deflated entirely as Jess left him, the greeting line thin. Mostly everyone was in their seats now, so that was good. David wasn't feeling great, but that couldn't truly be helped. He fiddled with the candy in his hand, momentarily looking back towards Eliza again, but soon getting distracted as Pastor Rowrick gestured for him to approach. Which David did, walking over with his expression remaining conflicted. He wanted to smile for everyone else, but it was just difficult.

"It's time," Pastor Rowrick spoke, A firm look in the man's eyes. Despite his unkempt appearance he wasn't actually that far off from any other holy man; Well, aside from when he picked up the bottle, that is. But even then he just seemed to go on and on about the Lord. The personal harm from his drinking was noteworthy, though. "Go ahead and take your seat." The man said, a pat on the shoulder and a small push being all that steered David towards the front row; The boy sitting near the end, seeming to want to space himself a little bit. Not that he really spaced himself out much; It wasn't a big church, and fitting everyone in here was hard. If the people standing weren't proof of that.

After speaking with David, Matthew gave Maoh and Jess their moment, before steering them towards their seats as well. Once everyone was seated, or at least organized, the Pastor took a deep breath, trying to prepare himself. He had addressed these people too many times in the past; Death was too common for a peaceful island like theirs. Lives were being taken before their time, in his opinion. He could only feel worse and worse for Christopher as the number of people his age slowly continued to shrink. Hopefully nothing happened to him soon; Through natural means or otherwise. 

Aside from small chatter among a few of the people in the church, everyone was quiet now. Pastor Rowrick has secured his emotions for the time-being, and offered a sad smile. "We gather here, on this day, to honor the passing of another one of our own..."

David winced at his words. Another. Yeah... He noted he wasn't the only one in pain. There had been a fair amount of losses to their community lately; And his grandfather was now added to it. People practically being stolen away at this point; How long was it going to go on before something got better? Was it ever going to get better? Hope was all he had in this situation.

"... Marcus Rustler. Grandfather to one of our own, who is joining us today." 

David shifted his view away from potential stares; This wasn't about him. It was about his grandfather.

"And a man that had ran a farm most beautiful and full of prosperity. A place important to many of us as children, as well as to our own children as of now. There wasn't a single soul that disliked Old Marcus; I believe we can all speak in agreement that he was truly a friend of us all, yes?"

A crowd of quiet, but clear agreements sounded throughout the church. David's own included. "Yes."

"I mean, truly, how couldn't you? He was a respectable man; Hard working, supportive of those who needed it, always there. Despite how busy he remained, he was a man who made time for anyone who needed it; Something many of us have been on the receiving end of at least one or twice in our lives. Yes?"

"Yes," A few of the older individuals in the room agreed. Surprisingly enough, Jess had spoken up, as well. That man's advice had been invaluable on a few occasions, and despite Jess' current problems, he'd be in a lot worse shape if it wasn't for Marcus. Sadly since the news hit, he and Maoh had been arguing more than ever; Their tempers flaring to the point Jess has considered leaving. Though, that's something for another day. He wouldn't cause drama here.

"We all have fond memories. I personally recall the first day I met the man--" Pastor Rowrick spoke fondly, smiling a little. Recalling memories was one of the healthier parts of their funerals. "I was but a boy, not much older than you over there, Ryuu." He pointed at the boy, before continuing. "I was a rascal back then; I'd get into trouble quite often. I decided to sneak into his barn one night, to tease the animals; And he [i]snatched[/i] me up and scared me silly! It was the middle of the night, but that man was so alert, he managed to catch me!"

A moment of silence passed, before he admitted, "Well, that's not entirely the truth. It turns out what I considered to be late, Marcus considered to be an hour after breakfast! He was just doing his usual routine and happened to find me!"

David smiled a little at the story, not being old enough to have even seen this as a baby. He couldn't imagine Matthew a child; Though comparing it to him from years ago seemed to make an accurate picture. As least as accurate as it'd get.

"Would anyone else like to step forward and talk about our beloved Marcus? If so, could you please raise your hand?"

David hesitated, but slowly raised his hand. Though, as he noticed other hands being raised, he lowered his. He'd have time to talk later. He'd give the adults, and other townsfolk, some time.