Dad is 100% healed! He went to his permanent home in heaven today!
He fought from day one and has defied all odds... isn't that what he did best... did he ever settle for less?!
One of his lungs collapsed (I suppose from the pneumonia) and his heart wasn't able to withstand the related issues. He had a wonderful last weekend; he laughed, showed hardly any pain, and didn't even cry (this is the first time we've not seen him cry in a really long time). These last few days his personality has really shown through and he left this temporary place with some dignity.
There will be a viewing on Friday 2/13/09 at Sunset Memorial in Odessa (on Business 80) for family only.
The funeral is Sunday 2/15/09 at 5 pm at Life Unlimited in Odessa. It is located on Loop 338 just North of 191. There will be no grave side to follow.
Many prayers have been answered; dad is healed and don't you forget it. God is good all the time and dad has gone to meet his maker where he is more alive then he has ever been! I'm so excited for him and know he is now complete.
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Amen and amen! God is so good! We are sorry for your loss!
Sometimes, when someone young dies I wonder why. Other times I think, "How lucky they are." As I reflect I don't know if why is the question and I don't know if luck has anything to do with it. We must all realize that our life has been planned by God and we must accept God's plan. We often try to change, manipulate, and even re-create His plan; but, in the end, we are just the construction crew adding on to a building designed by the Great Architect of the Universe. While we may attempt to change, manipulate, and re-create, the final addition is always the same. Another soul receives their reward. The Angels in heaven sing hallelujah, the pearly gates swing open, and a most fortunate person hears those words we all long for, "Well done my good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of the Lord."
Robert was a good friend and we willmiss him. God Bless his family.
Your faith never seizes to AMAZE me, Amy Ricks! Your dad is so proud of you I am sure. I love you, you are such a blessing to me. Hang in there, you are not walking this road alone. God is near to the broken -hearted and His word says He will NEVER leave us or forsake us. Thank you for being an example for so many that God is real, and He has never left you or forsaken you. It is always darkest before the dawn, and now your dad has met the Son of God. HE will always be with you. I am with you to. You are going to make it and be closer to Jesus because of it. To Him be all the Glory!
What an amazing journey..I can't help but admire not only your father but his family. I can only hope my family celebrates my death (when it's my time) with the same courage, strength, compassion and love as you've shown. Well done.
Our family sends their love and prayers to yours and to the friends and family who will travel this weekend to pay honor to your father...
Amy and family,
I've been in Denver all week and just got in. Monea e-mailed me.
Your dad is healed 100%, just like you said. Your dad will be missed by me, and hundreds of others. You said it best when you said, "I'm getting to see how others saw him in his world." Robert enjoyed a great reputation, and was loved by coworkers and vendors alike.
He is greatly missed.
May God, the Lord of all comfort, meet you coming and going and shower you all with His faithful Love.
Amy & Casey, Im so sorry to hear about your dad. He is now healed and in HEAVEN with GOD. I know he is now so happy and at peace. He is so proud of you and Casey and all his family for being there for him during his illness. I know in the days to come it will be hard for all of you but just know that he is with his maker and that one of these days we will all get to see him again. Im glad to hear his last days were good. I am so sorry I couldn't be there for you all during your time of need, but I Love You All & Miss You All, and cant wait to see you in may. God Bless you all and take care, Love always. Aunt Lora Jane
Amy-
Please know my heart is with you during this time. You and your family are in our prayers. You are so brave and so strong and your faith is nothing short of extraordinary.
Love You,
Lacy
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