Grandpa
Grandpa went Home to be with Jesus yesterday. It was his 88th birthday. July 11 became a new birthday, a more real birthday than he has yet known.
He was a loving and gracious man. He loved his family more than anything, save one. He loved his Lord. His love for his Savior was seen every minute. His entire life was spent waiting and longing for Christ to return. It was not wasted, though. He was busy planting a group of three trees. He watered, nourished, and watched that small cluster of three trees blossom and grow into a small grove. He was blessed to witness that grove become a small orchard. In time, the seeds that Grandpa planted, by God's mercy, and in the Spirit's care, will grow to become a healthy forest, bearing fruit in testimony to His gift to us.
Grandpa, we thank you for your life, for your love, and for the memories you leave behind. Most of all we thank you for the love of Christ that you showed to us. Your legacy is one of Christ-centered living and loving. May the apples we branches bear fall close to the tree.
Your kindness and generosity is only exceeded by good looks and charming personality.
We love you. See you in Glory.
posted by joe at
8:22 PM
2 Comments:
I ache for your loss. He gave such joy to me and our family. I treasure knowing we are honored to spend eternity with such a man. May God be given such glory in his life and death.
My prayers for you.
We are very sorry for your loss. What a joy that he lived a hearty life and has moved on to glory! Our prayers are with you.
Blessings,
Naomi
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