Reverend Tim Schenck, who joined Bethesda as rector in 2022, stood at the church entrance waiting to greet them with a somber nod of the head and some brief words of comfort. Melania remained stoic and expressionless behind her black jumbo sunglasses as all four turned in unison to watch as Knavs’ coffins, bedecked with a dazzling display of white roses, orchids and lilies was carried from the street to the church. Finally they all turned to go inside, the coffin entering behind them, passing another huge pink and white floral display comprised of roses, carnations and daisies.
