but obviously, the real difference is that JFK was murdered in the prime of his life, whereas Reagan lived a full, rich, and happy life, and basically died of old age. He had a horrible illness, but according to Patti, he had one final moment where he "came to" and she saw happiness in his eyes.
thus, I think it is only appropriate that the mood not be overly somber. In any event, I'm more into "celebration of life" funerals, not somber cryfests...
another changing of the guard.