Blue Clear Sky: Our Loss

Thursday, December 31, 2009

Our Loss

Today, December 31, my mother passed away.

She celebrated her 81st birthday this past summer and her and dad's 61st Wedding Anniversary this past October. Devoted wife, mother of eight, and wonderful mother-in-law. Grandmother of 19 grandchildren and their spouses, and great-grandmother of 17. Loving, creative, and intelligent, she had a very strong faith. She loved family weddings, birthdays and celebrations and was extremely proud of her large family. We love you Mom.

14 comments:

Cindy said...: Oh Elizabeth....I'm so sorry for you and your family's loss this new years eve. Your mama sounds like a wonderful woman, the kind I esteem to be.

I'll be thinking of you in the next weeks as you say goodbye.; December 31, 2009 at 10:38 PM
Funky Junk Interiors said...: I'm so very sorry for your loss Elizabeth. My mom is the same age and I have to admit it scares me abit.

I'll pray for strength to come your way. You are in my thoughts.

Donna; December 31, 2009 at 11:42 PM
Twice Remembered said...: Elizabeth, I am so very sorry to hear this:( She sounds like she was such a beautiful and vibrant person, and I know she will be missed very much by you and your family. Please know we are thinking of you now...

May these verses bring you comfort during this sad time:( Hang in there, dear one...

{John 5:28,29
Revelation 21:4}; January 1, 2010 at 12:09 AM
Cathy said...: I am so sorry to hear this. What a terrible loss.; January 1, 2010 at 1:06 AM
Pat@Back Porch Musings said...: Dear Elizabeth, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.; January 1, 2010 at 8:33 AM
Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking said...: Sorry to hear of your loss, Elizabeth. Many the wonderful memories of your mom help you through the hard times.; January 1, 2010 at 11:13 AM
Rural Revival said...: Hugs to you Elizabeth during this very sad time. Even with a life lived fully and completely, it's still always, very, very hard to say good bye. That it's only for a time until you're reunited is sweet solace and something to hang on to. I'll be thinking of you and your family.

~Andrea~; January 1, 2010 at 12:07 PM
Julia said...: Just found your blog today. I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my mom 2.5 years ago and my heart goes out to you. May your memories comfort you in the days ahead.; January 1, 2010 at 7:54 PM
Corn in My Coffee Pot said...: Elizabeth

I'm very sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort through your faith, family and friends.; January 2, 2010 at 12:16 AM
Blue Creek Home said...: I am also just reading this. I am so sorry.; January 2, 2010 at 9:14 PM
Lisa said...: I'm sorry for your loss. Peace be with you.; January 3, 2010 at 7:20 PM
northern cottage said...: I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking of you now & in the days ahead!; January 6, 2010 at 3:31 PM
Shelby said...: Just wanted to offer my condolences on the loss of your mom. Praying for a peaceful new year for you and your family.; January 8, 2010 at 9:05 PM
SILVIA said...: i just came across this post Elisabeth, i'm very sorry for your terrible loss .sending best wishes to you and your family always..

Silvia.; January 25, 2010 at 10:15 PM