Another Home Going
My husband died early this morning, here at home. He had been through a great deal of suffering and it was time for him to go home. It was good for him to be here with his family and all the family came home to him. We did everything that we could for him. If he asked for something, we got it for him. We tended to his needs with loving care.
When he first had an idea that his cancer was terminal he said, "I don't know whether to be delighted or sad. I'm delighted at the thought of being with Jesus, but I'm sad at the thought of leaving our family." And that's really where we are today. We are so glad to know that he knew Jesus as his personal Savior, but we are sad that he had to leave our family. We are sad about the plans that he had that he wasn't able to complete and we will miss him so much.
I am so glad that we made a big deal of celebrating our 48th wedding anniversary. He was feeling pretty good at that time and many, many people came to our Open House and celebrated with us. It was a time of blessing.
These next few days will be hectic with many plans to be made and implemented. But underlying it all, there will be peace. Marlin has requested a song that is on a CD by Fernando Ortega, "Give Me Jesus." It's a beautiful song.
Submitted by
Leslie
at 12/30/2004 12:16:18 PM- It's with mixed feelings that I send my deepest sympathy to you, my friend. Like you and Mary Lou have said, it's a blessing to know he's painfree and has gone home, but it's so sad for you and your family who are left behind.
I wish I had known him. He sounds like a truly wonderful soul.
Submitted by
Sally
at 12/30/2004 4:45:30 PM- I hope you can feel this hug being sent. Please take care, and know we are all thinking of you. God Bless.
Submitted by
Lorraine
at 12/30/2004 7:30:09 PM- I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Submitted by
NJ
at 12/30/2004 9:04:27 PM- I accept your condolences with sincere appreciation. Thanks a million!
Submitted by
Howard (OzWiz)
at 12/30/2004 10:09:47 PM- Kay: NJ, Mary Lou, Leslie, Sally, Lorraine and others have each said what is in my heart.
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Thank GOodness He is now at peace and pain free. He will be so much better now. This will be a very lonely time for you. Be sure you take care of yourself. If there is anything I can do from this distance be sure to let me know. (I can make you laugh....)