Quick Family Update

October 15, 2009

Personally, and on behalf of my family, thanks to so many of you for your blog and Face Book comments as well as your emails. I can’t respond to each of them, though I wish I could. You have been a great source of strength and inspiration. Thank you.

We got the first flight out of Dallas this morning and made it to Dad’s beside in time for him to recognize us, express his love and say goodbye. He had deteriorated significantly since we saw him Sunday. By a little afternoon, he was pretty much shut down. At the moment he is still hanging on even though his body is obviously shutting down. No one can predict how much time remains, though that is certainly to be measured in hours rather than days.

Again, thanks so much for your interest and prayer. I tend to be pretty private about family things, but so many continually ask about my parents I feel the confidence to share with you on this blog. My style is to mix things up and discuss a variety of themes from scripture, to mission, social themes, restaurant reviews – you name it. So, I guess a bit of family from time to time is permissible.

Dolores Foutts

Jeff & Cheryl May our Lord comfort and stregthen you & your family So veery thankful that Ann & I had the privlege of spending a few minutes with your dad, And I will always remember him telling me that he wanted to go home. That was such a bless ing to us because he was ready to meet his Lord and Savior, Will be praying for you and all your family. In His Name. Love Dolores John 14:1-4
Terry and Anita Ogle

Jeff and Cheryl,
We will be praying for you and your family. So glad you have the peace of knowing he is with the Lord.
With our love,
Terry, Anita and family
Amy Castillo

Praying for you and your family!
With much love, Amy C. and family
Mel

You and your family are in my prayers!
Mel
Ruh Schlappi

When Bruce’s mother died 12 years ago, I was by myself with her in the hospital room. It was very peaceful as I saw her draw her last breath and pass on into eternity. Your parents are special. I’m glad you were able to say good-bye and express your love to your father. He will always be a blessing.
Ninette

Sus papás han estado en mis oraciones desde que compartio de su cambio a un hogar, no se como esten las cosas en este momento, pero ud y su fam estan en mis oraciones, no necesita contestar esto, solo quiero que sepa que estan en mis oraciones, le amo mucho!
http://roses-rose.blogspot.com Rose Burke

My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family throughout today. I do know what it is to lose a parent, both of mine have been gone for sometime now.

Again, I will be praying that God’s will be done.
Rich Tackkett

Jeff & family,

We pray your dad’s journey to be a source of comfort and inspiration to those know his story. I was impressed with your parents faithfulness to travel the miles they did to attend church in Wichita. God bless you and yours in your journey.

Yours in Christ
Rich and Carrol Tackkett
Pittsburg, Ks
http://www.kcbt.org Carol Meador

We’re praying for you and your mom and the rest of the family during this difficult time.
http://www.jcontreras.com Julio C.

Jeff,
nuestras oraciones están con ustedes en estos momentos… conociéndolo sé que sabe el pasaje perfectamente (y las implicaciones derivadas de este), pero no creo que está mal recordar Salmos 116:15

Estimada es a los ojos de Jehová la muerte de sus santos.

No puedo ni imaginar lo que Bob está por experimentar en unos momentos… sencillamente glorioso.
Abrazos grandes.

Julio
unixrab

My sister went to be with Our Lord in 1998. I was there when her body went. I am glad that you got your flight and I am glad that you got to be with your dad. As time goes by…. we seem to have more stock in there……. than here.
ally

Love and prayers to you, Cheryl and family.
Heather Edwards

Hi Jeff – you and your family are definitely in me and Jim’s prayers!
Diane Trude

Jeff,

We will be praying for your family during this time. Sounds like he will soon be home with his Heavenly Father free of this physical body that deteriorates. Prayers and blessings to you and yours.

In Christ Love,

Jeff and Diane Trude

Jeff Adams

Quick Family Update