Losing A Son
Almost a month has passed since I returned to the States from the Philippines. I’ve been to the doctor, my medicine has been changed, my thyroid levels have been stabilized. Although my health is good, a lot has happened in the three weeks I’ve been in the U.S.
My son, Mark, who orginally had been scheduled for back surgery in May, was able to get an earlier date for surgery. So, I felt that my coming home had a double purpose because I had assured him I would be with him for the surgery. The surgery was to be a serious one, beause he has suffered for three years with intense back pain. Last week, my daughter Judy and I traveled to Loma Linda Hospital in Riverside, CA. I prayed with him before he went in to surgery. God said He heard our prayers and He would answer them. We spent time guarding him with prayer and waited to see the results. The surgery went real well….the doctors were pleased and Mark was released from the hospital last Wednesday, just two days after surgery because of his progress.
But last Saturday, Mark went home to be with the Lord. A blood clot triggered an apparent heart attack and he went quickly. I was on a plane flying to Spokane when my daughter reached me with the news. God in His grace and mercy surrounded me with believers on that plane and they comforted me with their prayers.
I am now here in Boron with the family and preparing for a Memorial Service this coming Thursday at 11 a.m. Pray for the family, especially Mark’s family.
April 18th, 2006 at 9:10 pm
My Sister Opal,
I am so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. I cannot imagine…
Please know we are holding you up in prayer and trusting
the Lord with you.
Please call if there is something I can do.
Much Love,
C.J. & Laury
760-726-2000
April 24th, 2006 at 10:14 pm
We love you Opal…and you are always in our prayers! I look forward to lunch with you as soon as you can get down here…God bless you, dear Opal…
Pastor Matt
Phil 1:20-21
May 21st, 2006 at 3:53 pm
OPAL - WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS THE SORROW I HAVE FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW THE ACHE YOU CARRY; I LOST 2 SONS IN MY LIFE AND 2 WIVES; I MISS THEM TODAY AS I DID AT THE TIME OF THEIR DEATH. GOD GIVES US SO MANY OTHERS TO CARE FOR AS YOU HAVE DONE IN THE PASS AND DO TODAY; THEY ARE ALSO YOUR CHILDREN. GOD LOVES YOU OPAL AND SO DO I.
June 11th, 2006 at 3:31 pm
Dear Friend Opal.
Be Greatly encouraged.
In the year king Uzziah died I saw the Lord.
Isiah 6:1
He is a rewarder of those that diligently seek Him.
Heb 11:6
Hope to see you soon.
August 23rd, 2006 at 1:33 pm
Dear Friend Opal,
I too lost my son in the year 2004.
At times I go through such sadness, but then I turn to the Lord for comfort. I have to accept what God has planned in this life and realize there is something far greater than this life we live here on Earth that is waiting for us in Heaven. He promised that to all that trust and believe.
Although this does not take away the pain over a loss, my heart goes out to you in your time of grief. Let yourself cry and try to find a positive support group.
May God Always be at your side.
December 8th, 2006 at 1:47 pm
Dear Opal,
I know this loss will walk with you for a long time yet to come, know also that many others walk with you in your loss and care about you. You are such a brave lady, your strength will inspire and comfort others too.
You have all my admiration.