A Final Farewell Why does Jeremy visit Stacey at the end of the story? How does his friendship with Stacey support the theme of the novel?

Immediately after the prayers, Jeremy visits the Logans for the last time. He tells of his banishment from his family, a victim of his father's bigotry and anger, and his plan to join the Army. Stacey gives him a warm farewell handshake, indicating that whatever bad feelings there were between them are forgiven. Washed of his guilt, Jeremy leaves the Logan family and is never seen again, a strong suggestion that he dies in the war. Stacey plays the windpipe in tribute to his friend, Jeremy, which is another expression of forgiveness and friendship. This speaks to the theme of atonement and forgiveness.