Jean

[hensylee]

My sincere condolences on the loss of your dear sister. Such a great loss for you. I am so sorry. Ann

 

[joy]

Jean, I am also sorry to hear about your sister. I know that it is impossible to know the pain of losing a family member unless you have lost one. My condolensces to you and your family and all of your sister's loved ones.

 

[weekycat]

Thank you!

Thank you!

Thanks Ann and Joy for your kind words.

Right now, I'm probably a little numb , it hasn't fully sunk inyet.

The worst thing is that she's in Phoenix and I'm in MN. Her husband is trying to decide where to bury her, so everything's still up in the air as far as funeral arrangements, and here we sit not knowing if we're flying somewhere in the next day or two or not. It's not an easy decision, because she's got 9 siblings and lots of aunts, uncles and cousins etc. in MN, but she's got 11 children in AZ. I wish I was there now, to hug each and every one of them.

The good thing is, that she's the one sibling of mine that I don't need to wonder or worry about where she is right now. I have the assurance that she's in heaven with Jesus.

 

[Ross]

Jean I'm sorry to hear that your sister is gone. Take comfort in knowing that she loved Jesus and the feeling is mutual. I'm real awkward when it comes to things like this so I won't say much other then you have my families condolences as well.

 

[weekycat]

Thanks Ross!

Thanks Ross!

Jesus loves even "real awkward" people like you!

 

[Lorraine]

Hi Jean,

I'm very sorry to hear about your sister. My Deepest Condolences. I come from a large family and I do understand exactly how you feel as I have had a lot of family members pass away. I will keep you and your whole family in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!

 

[pegne]

Jean

I can only imagine how you feel right now. I have 5 siblings and do not know what I would do if I lost any of them. Take comfort in the fact that right now your sister is praising and rejoicing with her Lord and Savior. No more pain and no more sorrow. You will see her again and so will her children. Praise God

 

[Creed3]

Jean,
I am so very sorry to hear about your sister. I know it must be extremely difficult for you and your family. Just take comfort in knowing that she is in a wonderful place, with Jesus, and that she is always with you and your family. God Bless you and your entire family. My very sincere condolences.

Gail

 

[weekycat]

Hangin' in there!

Hangin' in there!

Hi everybody,

Here I am back in Phoenix, just 1 month after our mini reunion here. Ray and I flew down on Wed. for a funeral service for my sister on Thurs. My sister's body will be flown to MN for another service and buriel on Tuesday. One down, one to go.

I just wanted to share with you all what a joyous occasion this was today, believe it or not. Yes, it was very sad; but it was also my sister's daughter's 17th birthday, and a celebration of her life. If you've never been to a funeral/birthday party, it's quite an experience! All I could think of all day, was how I was so glad I was here for this, that I wouldn't have wanted to miss a minute of it.

All I could think of from the time my sister died was that I had to be there for the kids. I wasn't sure we'd be able to get here, last minute tickets aren't cheap, and after all, they were bringing her home in a few days, and her family was driving up, (all 12 of them ), so I just kinda left if up to God. I said, "If you want us there, you'll just have to make it happen". He did. A couple from our church gave us their frequent flyer miles to get us here, the church came up with money for the hotel, someone offered to watch Molly while we were gone...and here we are!

I was able to be with the kids when they went to say goodbye to Mom. To be with my parents, when they had to face the reality of saying goodbye to one of their children, to try to answer the 4 yr old's "Where's Mommy" questions. To give hugs where needed, (and get a few in return). To sit up till 3 am talking to 3 of my nieces, to do 4 of the girls' hair before the service and to experience the joyful celebration of my sister's life!


Patty will be sorely missed by many. She has our huge family in MN, and her church family here, that all love her dearly. Her unwavering faith touched many many others.

 

[hensylee]

Dear Jean - leave it to God, always. A way is always provided.

I am really glad you got the opportunity to experience all of this with your sister's dear family. The celebration of her life is a wonderful thing. I have directed my children to do the same when my own time comes. I think closeness afterward puts a new perspective on things so that all are able to get their lives into a new level of coping. It also forges a new bond where the torn part is. Bless you all.

 

[terry40]

Jean

I sorry to hear about your sister's passing, you have a great possitive attitude about it. I sure she is with Jesus now.

My condolences to you and your family,

Terry40

 

[LUVMyBirman]

Hi Jean,

Please accept our deepest condolances. Think of your sister in a better place....free from her battle. I feel for her husband and children.

Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Take care.