21 long, lonely years without you.
I recently went to New Orleans alone... and yet not alone.
When I walked into the Jazz brunch the jazz band started playing "Blueberry Hill" and I stopped! - you were there! The love story continues and the light still burns. Love always, Bev

November 1, 2022

There are some who bring a light so great to the world
That even after they have gone... the light remains! :)
And the love remains!
You are greatly missed but the blessings we had continue on.
All My Love, Bev

You held my hand when I was small
You caught me when I fell
You are the hero of my childhood
And my later years as well
And every time I think of you
My heart still fills with pride
Though I will always miss you Dad
I know you’re by my side
In laughter and in sorrow
In sunshine and in rain
I know you’re watching over me
Until we meet again I hold you close to my heart ❤ 

Goodbyes are not forever,
Goodbyes are not the end.
They simply mean I'll miss you
until we meet again.
Still love and missing you after 19 long
and lonely years!
Never out of our hearts.
Love forever, Bev

Celebrate Me Home was sung at a friend's memorial service this summer. The words are so encouraging.

When the time comes and I am standing at the river that separates the 2 worlds that I love,
Torn between my precious friends and family
Hold my hand and stay there by my side.
And when I finally step into the tide
Celebrate me home!
Celebrate me there.
Celebrate me in that land of wonder where nothing can compare.
Celebrate me in that place,
Celebrate me saved by grace,
Don't just sit and weep because I'm gone.
Celebrate me home.

My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could ever give another person. He believed in me.My appreciation for my father’s greatness cannot be measured. Happy birthday in heaven. I love you

Forever loved

Remembering the best father anyone could have. He was a blessing.

Sept. 30/21 - Today would be your birthday. Still 'celebrating' you!
Your memory is our keepsake
With which we'll never part.
God has you in His keeping
We have you in our hearts.
Always loved and missed!
Bev

Another year has rolled around and we remember John who never has to age anymore. While here in physical bodies, another year may bring ageing with physical problems or surgeries. God is good and sees us through life's challenges. We anticipate sharing the joy of heaven and seeing that radiant smile of John's once again. 

Dad,
We’ll always remember
that special smile,
that caring heart,
that warm embrace,
you always gave us.
You being there
for Mom and us
through good and bad times,
no matter what.
We’ll always remember
you Dad because
they’ll never be another one
to replace you in our hearts,
and the love we will always
have for you.”
I Love you Dad

I often have memories of John and our Jody who left us just a few months apart. Those were difficult days. Jody's 50th birthday would have been just a few days ago.
I enjoyed the Friday night sing with Ernie Haase and Signature Sound as the songs were about heaven this week. They featured one by Squire Parsons called Beulah Land.

Sweet Beulah Land
Squire Parsons

I'm kind of homesick for a country
To which I've never been before.
No sad goodbyes will there be spoken
For time won't matter anymore.
Beulah Land (Beulah Land) I'm longing for you (I'm longing for you)
And some day (And some day) on thee I'll stand (Someday we will stand)
There my home (There my home) shall be eternal (Eternal)
Beulah Land, sweet Beulah Land
I'm looking now, just across the river
To where my faith, shall end in sight (Shall end in sight)
There's just a few more days to labor.
Then I will take my heavenly flight

These are both nice remembrances, thank you.

A few days ago, I watched the wonderful prayer march in Washington, D.C.
Retired Colonel, Oliver North, prayed at one of the prayer stops.
That name brought back a memory of John. In 1987, Oliver North was on trial in connection with the Iran-Contra affair. I remember John being very adamant about North not being guilty of wrong doing. We all agreed, too.
John stood on his principles and for truth. Precious memories how they linger! It's hard to believe John would be 85 today.

Dear John, So long without you! There is always an empty place in my heart, an empty chair, lonely days. Because one person's heart stopped beating does not mean another's heart stopped loving! The days are getting shorter until we meet again! You will be with me for all time. Out of sight but not out of mind. Time changes many things, but one thing is true: Time will never ever change the love I feel for you. Always loved - never forgotten! Love never ends. Forever in my heart! - All my love Bev.

Thank you for everyone's remembrances, he was the best father anyone could ask for and I miss him everyday. I was blessed to have him even if for a short time.

I couldn't have asked for a better father.. You were my biggest fan and always believed in me like no one else did
although my time to have and love you was short , you left an incredible imprint on my heart.. such an imprint that sometimes tears just flow down my face, bc I miss & need you
your an angel & I understand God wanted you back. I'm thankful for the blessing of having you as long as I did.i love you

Never to be forgotten because he was so special to all of us.
The journey is hard without him. Our hope is in the Lord and He sustains us through all the trials of this life.

Beloved and missed.so so much
just as much today as ever.
Thankful for an amazing mom and family
I love you Dad
❤

Forever missed, forever loved, forever remembered. We look forward to that day when we are re-united with our dear ones in the presence of our Saviour.

Yes, I Can Only Imagine what it will be like when we are reunited with our precious ones in eternity. John loved the Lord and it isn't hard to imagine his joy and smile to be with Jesus.. So until then we must press on and be faithful .

Love of my life, heart of my heart. I miss you so.
It's been a lonely road. 15 years! Until the day breaks and the shadows flee away! ... Loved you then - love you still - always will!

Daddy I love you. Not a day goes by. I do t cry for you but I rejoice. You are with the lord...and ill walk through the darkness into the light and daddy's hands will be. Reaching out.

Can it really be 15 years? Still see that smile and hear that laugh.
The joy of the redeemed is to inherit eternity with Jesus so until then with joy we'll carry on.

Yes, forever missed but forever remembered. He loved his family and his Lord. May the joy of the Lord be our strength,
Always loved his sense of humour and hearty laugh.

So many precious memories. We miss him always but anticipate the day when as the redeemed of the Lord, we shall share eternity together. So Until Then With Joy We'll Carry On!

Just remembering my dear brother-in-law today, too.
So many good memories of his laughter and joking and special family times.  Safe in the arms of Jesus, his blessed Redeemer.