Monday, August 16, 2010
Passing
Shortly before 9:00 this morning, my dad passed from this life. Although we knew his passing was inevitable, it is so sad. Death is so sad. Incredible that one moment his soul is there, in his struggling body, and the next it is gone, flying away to Jesus. We are comforted with the assurance that Dad is no longer suffering or infirm, or hampered with any of the frailties and faults that weigh us down. He is whole and healthy in every way, living large in the presence of his Savior, Jesus. We will see him again. But in the meantime, we miss him. ("Yes we do," Ev says.)
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Big crocodile tears for you, friend! I am so sorry for the depth of pain you are experiencing right now!! Know I love you so and truly hate the distance that separates us!!!!
ReplyDeleteWe do miss him--love you,Gwen
ReplyDeletePraying for your family during this very difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss...
ReplyDeleteGwen, my Mom called me today and told me of your father's passing this morning. First, I am so sorry for your family's loss. Your father was a bear of a man, as big in his spirit as he was in his presence. I can so vividly remember your parent's involvement in our high school youth group - your father's wry, crooked corner of the mouth smile that would break into a deep laugh like a thunder roll. Those caterpillar eyebrows covering those penetrating eyes, that looked deeply at me, Loren and Steve Austin on more than one occasion. Those eyebrows had a life of their own - he didn't have to say much, but when those eyes set upon you - something deep inside told us all that we'd better listen. He and your Mom always had a heart for the Lord, a deep abiding love for HIm that they instilled in you and Loren. I know that it is that faith that will sustain you through this time. Know that you all are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteKen Schaefer
Another beloved has entered the gates of heaven. Oh, to see Jesus face to face! So sorry for your great loss. Love to all of your family.
ReplyDeleteWhat Ken Schaefer said, except the youth group part. I treasure my memories of him through my life. They've been surfacing continually through the last months. I was always happy to see him. When I did, he pleased me with his genuine care, concern, and friendliness. He never failed to support me in ministry. I always felt he had my back, in that respect, as well as personally. Back in the day, he was the elder I trusted completely, along with my dad. His wisdom, knowledge, and steadfastness gave me great confidence in the 'rightness' of our church's purposes. I appreciate the friendship he and my dad shared. They held each other up more than once. He has left a gaping hole. I will discover by its absence what I had because he was around. My heart is alternately heavy and light. You've been a daughter in a thousand and I'm proud of you.
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