Thursday, October 24, 2024

Pausing to Honor My Mother

 

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There is a time for everything...

Ecclesiastes 3:1

Late last night my mother was ushered through Heaven's Gate. Her death came at the age of 99 years. 

A woman who lived for her Lord Jesus, she led me to know Him when I was very young while she was practicing a flannel graph Bible story for her children's Sunday School class. 

A faithful wife, mother to my sister and me, grandmother to 7, and great-grandmother to 21, she was widowed after 37 years of marriage to my father. She was very independent, took good care of herself and was very active in her church until declining health slowed her down. 

She will be missed but we are all thankful her end-of-life suffering has come to an end. We know she is happy now with our Lord and loved ones. 


Betty Jean 
1925 - 2024


God so loved the world
that He gave His only Son
that whosoever believes in Him
shall not perish
but have everlasting life.
John 3:16

11 comments:

Robin in Virginia said...

Barbara, I am sorry to read of your precious mother's passing. Thinking of you during this time.

Anonymous said...

Oh my! What a life and I rejoice with you in her homegoing. Blessings to you in the days ahead! Hugs!

Sandy said...

Sending a big ole bear hug and prayers up. Hope you can feel them.

ellen b. said...

Oh Barbara, Sorry for your earthly loss. What good comfort knowing she is with our Savior after 99 years on this earth. A sweet tribute to your dear mom. Prayers for you and your sister and all who loved her.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. Sounds like she lived a good, long life. It's so hard to lose your mom. You have many memories to cherish. Take care. Becky

Jan said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. What a blessing that you can take comfort knowing that she is at peace. Praying for you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Barb, sorry for your loss💕 …well done, a good and faithful servant

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

I am sorry for your loss, Barbara. Your Mother sounds like a wonderful woman and Now at peace with our Lord. Prayers said for you and your family!

Mari said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know that even when you are anticipating it, it's still so hard. But, it's such a blessing to know where she is, with no health issues and with her Lord. Praying for you and your family.

Terri D said...

Dear friend, I am so very sorry for your loss. Yes, you know where she is and that she is in excellent company, but it doesn't make missing her any easier (as we know too well). Praying that the peace only our Lord and Savior can give will wash over you and your sister and all of her family and friends. A life well-lived leaves precious memories to cherish. Sending a hug, Barb!! xo

Gabi said...

Dear Barbara, I am very sorry for your loss. My deep condolences. It sounds, she was a wonderful woman and let me say that you look a lot like her (I looked at the pic). She reached an age that's wonderful and now she is with the Lord. I wish you all the best.
Gabi

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