Remembering Rob5....
Hello everyone. Here I am again. Still working through the wall of mail,
grateful it is there. I have received so many cards in the post mail &
they are still comming. Sometimes a letter or note as well. They are all
very appreciated & comforting. Angels have come from some of you, sent
out through Angels for Hope. I took someones advice & put them all around
this place today. Here's their link if you want to send an Angel off to someone.
They are sweet, & always a comfort when you receive them. http://www.angelsforhope.org/ If
I told you I am doing better, that would be a lie. I CAN tell you that I
have moments & sometimes a couple of hours that are bearable. Those are
times when a friend or family member will call, or when I am walking sometimes,
with my friend Sharon. Other times I just walk alone & remember times
when I had someone who ALWAYS walked with me (on wheels) & most of that
walk is spent weeping quietly now. The fresh air likely helps, but, it doesn't
take away that awful empty spot. Sometimes I feel so cold, when the shock
sets in again. Why all the details you may think? I want you to know that
the grief process is far from easy. If you have a friend or family member
who has lost a loved one...please don't just go to the funeral & then
feel you have done your 'duty' to that person. Be a TRUE friend & keep
closely in touch. You will be "needed" during the long lonely hours when
people seem to forget that your world has crumbled. I want to thank all of
you who have emailed. I haven't seen most of them yet. They are slowly comming
together on these pages. My daughter, Kay, is a Godsend. She is doing all
the newsletters. I am finally doing the Sunday one & managing it with
everyone's help, with the things you send me. There is so much paperwork.
A lot has to be translated from Dutch to English, before I can even know
what it is. To all of you who have lost someone you love...you have my deepest
sympathy & hopefully you will find some help within these pages I have
put together. Send a grieving friend, or relative that may find comfort here.
To the 'chosen few' who have been keeping me going from one day to the next...you
have my love forever. Love to you all...Patsy
Patsy & Rob in Queen Beatrix Park, Netherlands
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Hi,
It's hard some days here with Brian away (Adriatic Sea), and I can't
even imagine what you are going through with Rob gone. I wish I was closer
to you now so I could visit and keep you company. You were always there
with me when Brian was away and I needed some. I look forward to seeing
you in April. I was talking to Brian tonight and I told him you called,
he was happy to hear that you did and asked how you were.
thinking of you always, Shelly
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I'm Free
By Linda Jo Jackson.
Don't grieve for me for now I'm free.
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard him call.
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I've found that peace at the close of day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah yes, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I've savored much,
Good times, good friends, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, he set me free.
Patsy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My brother in law passed away on the
21st of
Dec. We read this poem at his funeral. I hope it helps you
and comforts
you as it did us. God bless and our prayers are with you. Integrity
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Dearest Patsy,
You don't know me, but my name is Julie G and I am from Montana.
I am
praying for you because I know how you feel. This last August I
lost the
most wonderful Mother anyone could have. Yes, having good friends
around
will help. I know God will help you get through this. God
Bless You!
Julie
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I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in
my prayers. Sandie
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Patsy,
I am so sad to hear about Rob. I know you will miss him so much.
He will be
greatly missed. I will keep you, Kay and your family in my prays and
my heart in
the coming days. Knowing he is in the hands of our Lord and Savior will
bring
you great comfort. You will just have to take it one day at a time, one
foot in
front of the other. I will keep praying for you
Mary Lynn B
Wetumpka Al
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I am so sorry for the loss of your Rob. Eveyone
will be in my prayers today
for the loss of such a man.
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I am so very sorry! I know there is nothing
that I can say to make
you feel better. All I can say is that my prayers are with you
Patsy! Kathy M
Fertile, MN
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I just wanted to let you know that you are in
my thoughts and prayers. Mary G
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Dear Patsy
I know all of us feel for you right now. You will be
in our hearts and prayers. Lori
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My prayers are with you. Patti T
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GOD BLESS YOU, PATSY, AND KNOW THAT HE IS IN A
MUCH BETTER PLACE THEN WE ARE. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU.
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my condolensces Patsy. Know that he will always
be with you in all you do.
anita j
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My prayers are with you sweetheart. I lost
my precious, beautiful son in October, he was one day short of 24.
All I can tell you is the pain you feel is so natural. The tears will
continue to come, without warning, indefinitely. It's easiest to say
that you will have "good day/bad day, and sometimes the days come 15 minutes
apart."
Our Lord is keeping your precious Rob and my precious Shaun safe.
They wait for us, and it will seem like an eternity before we see them again,
but how glorious it will be!
When we went through the entire funeral procession and the weeks following,
I found myself wishing I had someone, anyone who could just come over for
a few hours a day and answer the phone/door. Just so I could rest
a few short hours. It sounds like you and Rob are well loved in your
community. Perhaps when someone asks what they can do to help, it
could be suggested?
I will continue to pray for you. My grandmother used to tell me
that it was our human selfishness that caused us to want them back so desperately...
they were definitely so far better off where they went to wait for us!
love & prayers, Debi H, Arkansas City, KS
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Dear Patsy,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your tremendous loss. Your
email telling me about Rob's death was the saddest and worst I have ever
read. I was truely saddened and grieve for the loss of sweet Rob for
through your and Rob's newsletters, I feel that I have also lost a friend.
Please know that my prayers are with you during these trying times.
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Love, Susanne
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~IN MEMORY OF~ Rob
If you checked out tomorrow,
and left us all behind,
what type of memories,
do you think we'd find?
Did you leave a piece of yourself,
in all you touched and knew?
Did you always bring a smile,
and cheer those around you?
Did you embrace people,
with a passion and a joy?
Did you love life and live,
as if the world were your toy?
Did you seek to become,
all that you could?
Did you do the things,
that you said you would?
Did people respect you?
Were you kind and sincere?
Did you make people feel better,
whenever you were near?
Did you speak your mind,
and follow your heart?
Did you make love known,
right from the start?
Were you true to yourself,
and to what you believed?
Did you love all people,
even those who deceived?
Did you offer a hand?
Did you offer your ear?
Were you always available,
to calm someones fear?
Did you make an impact,
in peoples lives and hearts?
Did you give your best?
Did you give the best part?
Did you bring hope to those,
who were sad and afraid?
Did you bring smiles and sunshine,
to those in the shade?
Did you share your dreams,
with those who really did care?
Were you open and honest?
and were you aware?
We DID know Rob and miss him deeply. He WAS all of those things
and VERY MUCH MORE!! We love ya Rob!
Patsy, I'm at a loss
of what to do and wish I lived very much closer so I could hold you when
you need it.
Love, Steve & Di
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Please accept my condolences.
Delene
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You'll be prayed for, and Jesus will be with you!
Jeannie H, Tyler, Texas
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Patsy you are in my heart. Remember what a fine
person he was and that he will never really be gone, aslong as he dwells
within your heart. Blessings and Peace for you and yours,
Jana F
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Dear Patsy
I'm so very sorry about your husband. Please accept my sympathy
in your time of grief.
MaryF
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i am so sorry, i know he is with jesus. i know
jesus will bless u .god bless ur family.......clarice
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I am so very sorry for your loss. Please
try and take some comfort in the
fact he is in a better place and he is no longer sick. May God bless
and
keep you and yours. Jan
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Patsy
Just a short note to let you know that you and your family will be in
my prayers and thoughts.
God Bless you and now you have a special guardian angel watching over
you.
Rita K
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Dear Patsy...
Our Prayers are with you....having recently gone thru the same loss.....My
sis's husband passed away unexpectedly the 1st of Dec. and they were living
with us.....it was a shock....and the holidays are really hard......but gal.....the
loneliness will be so huge that you will sit and cry for hours....and beleive
me..it helps....just keep the good thoughts and memories in your head and
heart and this will help you make it thru the days and especially the nights.....I
hope you feel the love from all the friends you have reached over the months
and shared with us your life....it has helped many feel like we are
family.....Our prayers for you to feel the love and go on living the life
that Rob would want you to ....If you have a moment and feel like
crying.....cry...and be mad or be happy or be lonely....whatever the feeling.....feel
it....and share it.....let you friends and family wrap their arms around
you and let you feel cared for....and above all remember Rob is with God
and they are watching over you and seeing the pain and trying to ease it
for you....feel the love....
My love to you......Linda M......a friend.....
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There are no words or deeds that can bring you
any comfort as you go through
this loss. Time will ease your pain. Prayers of peace and
comfort for you
and your family. Karen S
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I am really very sorry to hear about your loss.
I
have gone through the same situation in my life almost
10 years ago. I too was madly in love with the most
wonderful man, he came down sick, we found out he had
leukemia, he fought a hard battle for three years, he
even went through the bone marrow transplant; but a
year after he went through it, his body decided to
reject it, and he couldn't fight it and I lost the
real true love that I have ever had. I too didn't
want to see anybody or talk to anybody until I was
ready. Just know that it takes time, and you will
eventually be able to go on.
Janice
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PATSY ,,MY PRAYERS & THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU
AT THIS SAD TIME,,BARB
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My deepest sympathies go to you Patsy. Rob
was a wonderful man and you will
cherish him until the end of time. You have been good to all of
your
recipients on behalf of Chocolate Recipes and our hearts are with you
now
more than ever. Again, I'm very sorry for your loss.
My kindest regards, Jessica P
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Just wanted to say I'm very sorry for your loss.
I shall be praying that God will comfort you as you go on each day. One
day you shall be together again. John 14
Anna
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Hi,
I am SO SORRY! I know it was a shock. If you even get this
message know that there are us out here that really feel for you and do understand.
Don't worry about getting back real soon, but I think you will need to do
this letter for sanity's sake. Hang in there, you can make it.
And remember he's a lot better off now.
Love, Linda S.
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Patsy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle from Georgia
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Dear Patsy,
I find it easy to say that I am sorry for your
"loss" but I know that Rob is not lost. He is
young and happy and free of physical pain.
I know you will miss him but in Spirit he is
always with you. Sylvia S.
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May it help you to know someone cares and knows
your pain. In memory of
someone I lost and love.........
http://www.angelsremembered.tk
God Bless, Sharon B
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I am so sorry at your loss. My heart and prayers
are with you. Mina
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i hope it will take some time to get things
backe but just remmber that we all love you and we will wait tell you
can do it ok i hope you know that i will pray for you that he will
be well taken care of may god bless you and keep you in our prayers
vickie
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Patsy,
Hello! My name is Tracey and I have never wrote to you although
now I feel
that it is time. I am so sorry for your loss. I have never
been married at
the age of 32 now but I know that it must be very hard. You know
that
everything happens for a reason and God must have wanted Rob with him
now.
I will pray for you to get you through this tough time.
With love, Tracey
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Dear Patsy,
I read your email with deep regret and I just want you to know that you
are
in my prayers and I wish you health and healing and peace.
You must remember that Rob is now at peace and is not in any pain and
is in
a state of Grace I am sure.
Love, Maggie
Just one of your devoted readers. Of whom there are many I'm sure.
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You are in my thoughts and God be with you in
the next days
Be strong take care of yourself Linda At wolfpack
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Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear of Rob's dying. My thoughts and
prayers are with you in the sad time. I lost my love
five years ago and believe their love stays with you
forever. God Bless You.
Kathy
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I am so sorry I enjoy your letter so much.. sometimes
we wish we could do
something to help someone and then you really don't know what to do my
prayers are with you.
Leeana
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So sorry to hear of your loss. There's nothing
I can say at a time like this,
but I'm sure there are a LOT of people thinking fondly of you & Rob.
Personally,
please know that I will absolutely keep you in my thoughts and prayers...
I feel
that I have come to know both of you a little bit. And (it's easy to say,
I
know, but...) the pain will pass, but the fantastic memories will stay
forever.
Remember to take care of yourself, and know there are people praying for
you.
God Bless, and let us hear from you when you're up to it. :-)
Tony (from Southern California)
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dear patsy,only know you from on-line,but please
know my thoughts and prayers are with you.god bless,dorisanng
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The whole of Zinester's team is there with you...
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My Dear Patsy,
I have been out of the loop for awhile with a new computer to get going
smoothly & switching over to DSL & Snow Storms & Grandkids to
watch. Today I promised myself some time just for me. I just
now opened this e-mail & was absolutely in shock. I am so terribly
sorry this has happened. I know there are no words to give you comfort
right now & I won't even try. I lost my husband 8 years ago right
before Christmas. It is a big adjustment & a lot of soul-searching that
goes on, huh?
You are a very strong & wonderful Woman & you will get through
this by leaning on God's shoulder every now & then. Rob will always
be with you in spirit. I know that my husband is. Every so often,
I know he has come to visit us & check up on us. Some would say
I am crazy, but I have a niece who lost her husband about 3 years
ago & she says that similar things happen at their house.
He is very much a part of you & he is in your heart, so he is never very
far away.
Please tell Kay that I am thinking of her also and praying for guidance
for you & your family. Prayers, Pat :-)
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Hi Patsy,
I am wondering how you are doing. I know what a great loss you have
suffered. Just remember you have wonderful memories and all of your
friends to get you through this. Rob wouldn't want you to be sad.
He knows you are hurting so terribly. I believe he is with you.
I wish I lived close to you so I could be around to try to help or just
to listen. I really know it has to be so difficult. I don't
know how I would handle that. I know the devastation when I lost my
mom, then Randy and my dad four months apart. I hope I never find
out what it's like to lose a spouse.
I just hope you find peace to go on. Rob is in heaven walking and
doing all the things he couldn't do here on earth. We all know that
he loved you more than life, itself.
I miss hearing from you and know these things take time. I know you
aren't in a mood to laugh but I do have some great funny pics to send you
sometime from a Costume Designer's/makeup artists to the stars party that
we attended at the place we go ballroom dancing. When you are ready
for a good laugh, I will email them to you.
Love and hugs to you!
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Lilly and Mike
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Dear Patsy,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your tremendous loss.
Your email telling me about Rob's death was the saddest and worst
I have ever read. I was truely saddened and grieve for the loss
of sweet Rob for through your and Rob's newsletters, I feel that
I have also lost a friend. Please know that my prayers are with
you during these trying times. Love, Susanne H
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sorry to hear about your husband.
i just read about your husband's passing on Carmen's newsletter.i am always
behind on reading my email. i know what it is to lose loved ones. i almost
lost my wife last year. my mother and father are no longer with us in body.
i will be praying for you. take solace in the Scriptures. may God be with
u
at all times.take care. Roger K
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i`m so very sorry, i know how much i would miss
my husband if he died, we`ve been married 42 years, it would seen like part
of me was missing....try to take it one day at the time....i wish there
was something i could do, i know you dont know me, but you have my deepest
sympathy.....carolyn
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Many prayers for you and love goes out to you.
I'm sorry.
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Patsy,
Please accept our sincerest sympathy in your loss of Rob. We will
continue
to keep all of you in our prayers.
Mary Beth
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Dearest Patsy,
I am so sorry for your loss I know that it's not a lot of comfort when
someone says that time will heal and all the other sayings that come to
someone in this time, but please know that even though we have never met
you and your family have helped me through some of the most dramatic or
tramatic times in my life recently, and i wish i could give you a big ol
hug and a shoulder to help dry your tears. but since we will probably
never meet face to face I can only pray that you realize how special all
of your family and you are to the world and what a blessing that yall are
in God's service.
Blessed Be
Donna M, Rusk ,Texas
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Dear Patsy,
Hi my name is Kelly. I receive HHOF letters.
I am in canada so i
don't get to take much advantage of the free offers, but today when i
received the letter it sadden me to read your letter that your Rob had
passed away. It brought tears to my eyes and a big lump in my throat.
You will be in my prayers tonight and i hope you will
be ok. I'm sure
you have lots of family and friends around with you, and they are always
great to be around, even if they don't say anything....it's great just
to
have someone else in the same room with you.
Kelly from Canada
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Patsy, you and your family are in our prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Debbie
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Sorry to hear about Rob. My heart goes out to
you! It is a blessing
that he is in the arms of Jesus and that one day you will join him!
Remember that you will be together again. Take whatever time
you
need for yourself, but remember that we all will be with you in
spirit and want to wish the best for you!
Thanks for sharing your life with all of us. I feel like I know
you, not just someone that I looked foreward to hearing from over
the internet, but a real friend! Let the arms of Jesus comfort you
and keep you safe!
Your sister in Christ,
Theresa L
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So very sorry about your loss, and my family will
certainly keep Rob in our prayers
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Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. You made me smile whenever
you told of his antics, ached for you whenever he was ill. Well I
believe the pain is over and he is in a better place. I am sure you
will miss him, but, life goes on. I am one who will definitely be
keeping you in my prayers. You are strong, you also have the whole
community there for you, you are loved. God Bless you and keep the
faith!.
Carol in Toronto
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God Bless you & your family. He is in Heaven
with the baby Jesus 'right now'.
May God ease your heavy heart.
Enjoy your site, our prayers are with you!
Frank & Maryanne R
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Dear Patsy,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Nothing I can say
or do will help you
through this very trying time, but I hope you realize there are many of
us
who are praying for you and hoping for the best for you. Thank you for
thinking of us, we all share in your loss in a very small way. I hope it
was
theraputic sharing your sad story with us. Though Rob's body is no longer
with you, his memory lives on in you, do him the justice he deserves and
serve his memory well. A part of him is always with you. Thank you for
sharing your lives with us. Take care of yourself.
Best regards,
Jim W
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May the Angels carry your dreams and wishes to
the the ear of the Lord and your troubles far away. Paula
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You are in my thoughts and prayers.
To Patsy
Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you, and that the Kleenex
box is handy if you run out.
Rob was a special man and we will sorely miss not only his newsletter,
but your wonderful stories about him.
Amber K
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My Sympathies to you ,
My heart goes out to you and I will pray for you.
In Jesus Precious name.
God Bless you Patsy. Val
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My prayers are with you. I enjoy your newsletter
very much.
Jessica F
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Patsy: I just want you to know that I am
deeply saddened by the loss of your husband, and am praying for you in this
terrible time of a deep sorrow. Please let Our Lord strengthen you as
only he can. I will miss Rob's prattle in his Cooking Pot newsletters.
I looked forward to each and every one of them, and felt I was actually
sitting at a kitchen table with him sitting across from me and giving me
verbally one of his recipes along with his advice, history and reliving
of some of his experiences.
I almost feel I knew him personally. Once again, my prayers are with
you and with Kay. One of your readers -Sandy from Texas
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Dear Patsy,
We are sorry to hear about Rob. Our family sends our deepest sympathy for
you and your family at this time.For every burden there's relief,A joy
for
every sorrow,for every trouble that we face,There's new hope for tomorrow.
Hope it helps to know our heartfelt thoughts and sympathy are with you.May
God bless you,Our prayers are with you.
Love Eleanore And Roberto Acosta (US)
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hi patsy
just wanted to let you know your in my thoughts and prayers at this
difficult time.
Evonne
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God
sustain you thru this most difficult time of your life.
Mike E
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Just a note, Patsy, to let you know that you're
still in my thoughts and
prayers. I know you are swamped with love and wishes from all of your
friends, both personal and email, and his, and will have to take more time
before you're able to get back to some degree of normality. Take care
and
know we all care about you and miss your newsy letters, but don't worry,
we'll all be waiting to hear form you when you feel you can handle getting
back to your newsletter, even if you're only able to ease back into the
routine a day or two at the time.
We love you, Ellabeth
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Dear Patsy...I am terribly saddened to hear of
your news.....of course you are in my thoughts and prayers....i cannot even
begin to pretend to know what you are going thru, but I do envy you in that
you had someone that you loved so entirely and who loved you the same that
you can be so lost......that was a love to end all loves....and he awaits
your time....you are a source of inspiration to many and i know that eventually
you will begin to feel a bit better and be comforted by all who love and care
for you.....bless you and bless Rob.....hugs n love, Kelli
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Patsy,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have followed your wonderful
site for so long now, it just seems forever. Though I have never corresponded
with you (or any of the others) I feel that some how I am part of your life.
With all of your stories that you have shared, and of your life with your
wonderful Rob I just felt connected. Actually, you two showed me that I too
could have such a life. With your wonderful words I have grown closer with
my husband and can honestly say that words will never be enough or help with
your loss. No ones can. You have had a tremendous loss and though right now
you feel alone I want you to know that you are not. You have acquired many,
many friends through your site, some like me who have kept quiet until now.
I can only speak for myself, but I do hope that you return soon. Not right
away, because I do feel that you need to grieve, but just remember that you,
too, are loved and that we will worry until we hear from you again. We know
that Rob is in a beautiful place and he is no longer in pain. He is with our
Lord and one day (not right away) we will all be together. Take care Patsy,
and know that I love you and that Rob will be deeply missed by everyone.
Charlotte Portland, Oregon USA
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We wish to express our deepest sorrow at the loss
of your beloved Rob. I know there are no words that can help you in this time
of great grief, but just know of the thousands of people out here who are
praying for your family and that God is with you.
Rob is now truly in Heaven with our Lord and although you wish you were
too, God must have things for you to do that he just has not shown you at
this time. This will be a very difficult time for you, but with God's help
and love you will be able to go on. So just lean on him and trust in him.
Sincerly,
Rebecca
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your a special person here on earth and you have many friends lean
on them in this time of need god bless you and keep you strong
hugs kathy j aka dizzykitty
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I shed a tear for you.
Eileen H
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Dear Patsy,
I just wanted you to know you are in my prayers. The Bible promises
us that we will have peace that passes understanding. I felt this peace
when my dad passed away. I cound't handle it by myself, but the Lord
was so close to me. I will continue to pray for you and your family.
Love, Lynn Chesapeake, VA.
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HI PATSY,JUST WANT TO TELL YOU, IM SORRY TO HEAR
THAT YOUR HUSBAND ROB DIED,
MY FATHER DIED OF A MASSIVE HEARTATTACK IN 1996 SO I KNOW HOW U ARE
FEELING RIGHT NOW, IM KEEPING U IN MY PRAYERS AND MY THOUGHTS, I ENJOY
READING YOUR EMAILS FROM YOUR SITE U SEND TO PEOPLE EVERYWEEK, THEY MAKE
MY DAY. I KNOW U WILL MISS YOUR HUSBAND BUT I HOPE U HAVE FAMILY MEMBERS
AND FRIENDS TO SUPPORT U NOW, YOU GUYS SOUND SO SWEET TO KNOW AND I FEEL
LIKE I KNOW U BY READING YOUR EMAIL LETTERS FROM U. KEEP UP THE GOOD JOB
AND THE GOOD WORK U ARE DOING, U CAN EMAIL ME HERE OK AND KEEP IN TOUCH
WITH ME, I LOVE TALKING TO PEOPLE AND GETTING EMAIL FROM THEM TOO, LOVE
YOUR FRIEND ALWAYS, POOH XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOOOOOO HUGS AND KISSES TO
U
PATSY AND YOUR FAMILYXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOO EMAIL ME BACK AS SOON AS
YOU GET THIS FROM ME
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Dear Patsy, I am so sorry to hear about Rob. I
really enjoyed his cooking pot newsletter and his living with a disability
newsletter. As you know I am still in a wheelchair and Rob's letter made me
wake up and think. I know you will miss him very much because I could tell
he was one of a kind. May God keep you and Kay safe from harm and may He
bless you and give you strength to carry on. I will be keeping you in my
prayers and thoughts. Love to you and Kay, Betty G
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I hope you get this, I wanted to send to you a
note. That yes you are in my prayers.
And your right he is in a place with God. May God bless you and your
family upon this time of need.
God Bless you Modena
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Dear Patsy;
I just wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear that Rob left.
I have gotten and given alot of your inspirations, to other loved ones in
my life.
You and Rob are such an inspiration to all that got your newsletters.
Also, wanted to let you know that my prayers are with you and Kay.
Love to you...
Brenda P
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God bless you, Patsy and you have bunches' of friends,
like us!! MarshPWFC
Here's the address of the web page I'd like you to visit.
Forever Friends:
http://www.andiesisle.com/Friends.html
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so very sorry-words are never enough-you were
so fortunate to have had
someone so very special-hang in there-the gang is here when you are ready
or
need us. Alyce P
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Patsy,
I'm sure right now is a time of extreme grief. Given time, the extreme
pain will pass.
Ask God for strength and he will bless you with peace in your heart.
Look at the sky and you will see face of your husband looking down.
In God's Love, Valise R
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Dear Patsy,
I wanted to let you know you are in my thought and my prayers.
I have
walked in your shoes, two times. The shock and the anger, soon to come,
will help you and to reach out to the Lord for strength- to help you
through.
I, at 23, lost my 27 year old beautiful husband in a motorcycle
accident. It took me years to have the memories fade, but I
will never
forget.
Then at 26, I lost the Father of my children. He too, died of a heart
attack, massive and out of the blue. Dont take this wrong, but it
was a
blessing in disguise, as he beat me silly, for 15 years. But he gave me
my kids. I dont miss him at all. It was him or me.
Be kind to your self and write me if you want. I believe, in
this
life you cannot be there for someone who has not been through the same
situation. I have. But here I am today,.
.At this saddest of
days for you and your family.
You are correct, God took your husband, as he was a chosen one. he
took
my Dad when I was 7 months pregnant, but I know he is free and happy,
with my little grand=daughter Ashley, who passed 5yrs ago.
Loss is not new to me but it brought me to God, in whom i had no belief
at all. But one day, I prayed. A change in my out look came over me, i
cannot explain. Look to the "Big Boss" for strength", when you feel you
cannot go on. But, you will.
I promise.
Contact me at any time, as I do understand, where you are, on the last
day of 2003.
Be Strong, be a believer of miracles, and pray your head off. ad CRY.
The best thing to do now, is CRY.
My blessings and strength go out to you and all the prayers I can muster.
Your Friend, Candy
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My prayers are with you even though I don't even
know you. I know that this
is a hard time in your life and remember that all of your friends and family
are there for you. Know that they are there for your needs if even it is
just for an ear to listen. If you feel the need to talk by all means talk
or
if it is to cry do the same. May God bless you and keep you in this time
of
need. Sherrye H a HHOFer
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Dear, Dear Patsy...i feel your pain and only hope
that my prayers are being answered immediately for our Father God to take
your broken heart and spirit and mend them for you soon. i too, have an awesome
partner and know just what you mean...words are never enough, as i truly can
attest to this...but know this Patsy, we are many, (your fans)...and their
are many, many, many voices being heard in heaven today on your behalf, as
we all love you very much and will try in spirit to share your pain and to
hold you up in your time of grief and sorrow...as you have so often done for
me and many others, sweet lady!! God bless you and we will await your return,
faithfully! Please be well soon, Patsy and i truly mean this with all my
heart that cries with you this nite...marsha
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I am truly sorry about Rob and I know that he
is with God and that he died a
happy man. my prayers are with you. love djones
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We are so sorry! He is in Heaven with the
baby Jesus. May God rest his soul & ease your heavy heart.
Rob is your special angel in Heaven. He'll always be in your heart.
xo :-)
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im sorry, i know how you feel. i lost my mother
and daughter 3 months
apart. i still get sad at christmas and its been 6 yrs. now. will
be praying for you, sammy
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Patsy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this trying time.
I
lost my husband 5 years ago so I know how devastating a loss it can
be.
Just remember the good times you shared and try to forget any bad memories
you might have. The good ones far outweigh the bad ones and they are
the
ones that will comfort you the most in the upcoming days, weeks, months
and
even years. If you ever want to talk to someone who has been through
this
loss, I am always available for you. Rob will no longer suffer and
you will
be with him again. My sincerest condolences to you and your families.
Carolyn
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Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear about Rob. How my heart aches for you. My
hubby had 6 heart attacks two years ago. I was so afraid I would
lose him . he made it and is back at work but at a lesser stressed
job. But he still has problems. I wish I could make the pain go
away for you.My prayers will be with you and you need to know you
have a lot of people that love you. I read your newsletter every
day but have never replied but when I read this I had to. If you
ever need to talk I am here for you. God bless you and good luck.
Debbie S
Malvern,Arkansas USA
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I am so sorry to hear about Rob. I was praying
for him and you,both.
Rob seemed like he was a great guy and seemed to be happy most of the
time, when I got his recipes. I know he has gone through a large amount
of medical testing that wasn't too pleasant to go through . He won't be
suffering anymore. I know my husband has been through alot this year,
also. He was diagnosed with lung cancer in Sept. of 2002 and has gone
through chemotherapy and radiation. He also has 2 artificial mechanical
valves in his heart since 1981. He has had pneumonia many times and
is
on oxygen all the time and has alot of pain. Wish I could take some
of
that pain for him. Hope you will get through this, it must be very
difficult and heartbreaking. It was always nice to read about him
and
your adventures. May God bless you and remember Rob is now an angel
looking out for you. My Sympathy, Crystal M
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patsy:
i've subscribed to your list for a year or so, and wanted you to know i
will be both thinking about you and praying for you over then next few days.
i know how difficult a sudden death is, and should you feel the need to talk
to someone who's been there, please do not hesitate to call me. 10 years ago,
i lost the love of my life on a sunny, warm christmas eve morning - totally
without warning. nothing replaces him, and nothing or noone can replace
your rob. seriously - my number here is --- or email me a number and i'll
call you. and please, don't worry about what time it is here - i work 12
hour shifts and am on call the other 12 - so whenever you call would be fine.
i nothing i or anyone can say or do makes this time better or easier to bear.
but the following is a poem (i do not know who wrote it) that my late husband's
mom gave me after she read it at the service we had. i've cherished it, and
have gone back to it several times for comfort over the years. i hope it
helps...and please know that the love you shared will live on...in memories,
in your heart, and most of all, in how you honor rob with your life in the
days, weeks and months that separate you until you two are reunited with
god.
warmest hugs from new orleans
madeleine
Message From The Bridge
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say, But first of all, to
let you know that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from the Rainbow Bridge.
Here I dwell with God above, Here there are no more tears of sadness; there
is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight,
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had
to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged
me and He said, "I welcome you. It's good to have you back again; you were
missed while you were gone, As for your dearest family they'll be here later
on. I need you badly, you are part of My plan, There's so much we have to
do To help our mortal man." God gave me a list of things that He wished for
me to do, And foremost on the list was to watch and care for you, And when
you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight, God and I are close
to you in the middle of the night. When you think of life on earth and all
those loving years, Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you
tears, But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain, Remember there
could be no flowers, unless there could be some rain. I wish that I could
tell you all that God has planned, If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over, Now, more than
ever before my life to you is closer. There are many rocky roads ahead of
you and many hills to climb, But together we can do it by taking one day at
a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too, That as
you give the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's
in sorrow and pain, Then you can say to God at night and "my day was not
in vain." And now I am contented that my life was worth while, Knowing as
I passed along the way I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who
is sad and feeling low, Lend a hand to pick him up as on your way you go.
When you are walking down the street and you've got me on your mind, I'm
walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for
you to go, from your body to be free, Remember you're not going. You're coming
here to me - and I can't wait to show you all there is to see!
Author Unknown
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Dearest Patsy,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Rob was a good, kindhearted man
who cared for others.
I'm sure God was waiting with open arms and big smiles to welcome him home.
I pray for you and your family. God grant you the strength to get
this.
From reading his site I feel like I know him and have lost a friend too.
I share your tears.
(((HUGS)) Sue
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God Bless! I lost my husband, sister, and grandfather
within a month of each
other. My husband was my soul mate. Even if I lost all of my relatives last
year, the pain does not go away. My memorieas will last forever. But my
bed
is cold and I miss my love. You are in my prayers.
Lenora C
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Dear Patsy and Kay,
I am so sorry to hear of Rob's passing. I
too cried when I read
the news. Even though I have never met you or Rob or Kay, I feel that
I
know you all so well from your many emails and I enjoyed hearing all
about your move to the Netherlands and also enjoyed reading about the
sights and things you saw and did daily.
I wish I could be there in person to give you and
Kay a big hug and
kiss. I know I can not be there but I again want to pass on my sincere
condolences on Rob's passing. Yes, he is with our Heavenly Father
and
is safe in his loving arms. You and your family are in my thoughts
and
prayers and I feel you are a strong, wonderful person and you will be
able to get through this with the love and comfort of family and
friends. I am sure everyone will agree when I say we all feel your
sadness
and we are grieving with you on this sad day.
Again you and your family are in my thoughts and
prayers and you
will be ok. God will see you and your family through this also.
God Bless and take care. Please know that we care about you and your
family Sincerely, Linda E
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Dear Patsy,
I KNOW you are probably deluged with "e-mails", letters.... I just
wanted to tell you how very sorry I am to hear your "news" about Rob. I
am simply a "reader", but, I am truley heartbroken for you. My thoughts
& prayers are with you.
Deborah Y
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I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Bonnie G
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Dear Patsy,
I have no words to say at this time except how very sorry I
am for your loss.
I will pray that God will give you the strength to carry on and survive
your pain.
Sincerely, Dixie I
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Patsy, I know you don't know me, but I am a Haunted
House of Freebies Subscriber, and I want you to know that I am praying for
you, and I hope you don't mind, but I placed a prayer request on the World
Network of Prayer for you.. I would be devastated if I lost my husband,
he is my best friend. It sounds like it was that way with your Rob also.
((HUG)) May God bless you and comfort you in your loss. Keep
holding to Jesus, he will always be with you.
Sister Tanya L. S
When Satan is knocking at your door, simply say: "Jesus will you get that
for me?"
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SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR HUSBANDS DEATH.YOU ARE IN
MY PRAYERS.
JUDY B WINGATE, NC
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Dear Patsy,
I am soo sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts
and prayers .Remember your faith in God and God himself will get you through
this trying time ( and it is trying,believe me) . I know what it's like to
lose a loved one , I've lost my younger brother and my father. Sometimes you
feel like you just won't make it throughthe day without them there. I sometimes
still wait to hear my brother's voice or my dad's . Anyway ,Honey I just
want you to know I'll be thinking of you . God will get you through this
,have faith. Think of it as God needed one more Angel and he's standing with
your dear husband watching over you
In my Prayer, Kelly
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I want to pass on my sincere condolences on your
great loss. I feel sorry that you have had to go through this difficult time.
Although I cannot say I know what you are going through, I have seen this
in my Mother since my Father died just before Christmas last year. She is
a strong woman and difficult as it is to do, has picked up her life and goes
on. You also have the strength necessary to go on from here, after your goodbyes
and grieving. I pray for you and please remember he has not left you, only
his physical presence is missing, he will live on through your heart and I
believe he will look after and over you. Take care of yourself. Joyce F
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Dear Patsy,
I just wanted to send my condolances to you, I know how hard it is at a
time
like this, and that the pain feels like it will never stop, and to be quite
honest it never really does, time just helps you to feel not so much pain
but more the happy times and the good memories. it's been ten years
since
my wonderful father passed away and it still feels like yesterday i was
talking to him, and the sadness that they won't be there to share all the
new memories that you make, but I still believe he is still watching over
me, and your Rob will be there too, watching over you, I only have a few
words of advice, Don't ever be ashamed to cry and greive, it takes time
to
get over the biggest heartache of all, don't expect things to be normal,
things will calm down and be different, but nothing will be the same ,
accept hugs and help from freinds and family, it does help, and don't be
afraid to approach people yourself for help or advice, (sometimes people
don't know what to say in case they might upset you) I know it is especially
hard to enter a new year without someone you love, but always rememeber
they
might not be with you physically but know that they are with you spirtually,
and love really does last forever. I hope my ramblings helped a little
With best wishes Alison A
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Praying for you during your time of loss. :( May God bring you
comfort in
knowing that he is with his Heavenly Father.
Hugs, Sherry
http://www.heavenlysweets.com
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Oh Patsy, I don't know what to say. I know you
are heartbroken. I feel like
you and Rob were really good friends who I knew personally. I read your
email everyday. I hate this for you sooooo bad! At least we all know
Rob is
not suffering, sick or sad anymore! He is celebrating today even though
you
are not. Just take comfort (what little you can) in knowing you will be
together again. We all love you and know there are many prayers going
up
from all the people whose lives you touch in so many ways. love in
christ,
Retha T
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I am so sorry. May the Lord bless you and keep
you safe in HIS loving arms.
Camille N
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so sorry for your loss..I have read your emails
and listened and
prayed...Lot's of people here for you and just sending you lots of
love..Sandy
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I never had the oppurtunity to know your husband
whom no doubt was very special to you and your family.
My girlfriend and i send our condolences and take your time in
coming back with your continued recipes. We both know what
it's like to lose someone very close to our hearts.
We are both at yahoo.com. Bruce W/Tina G
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Patsy
Hi. I know I am nothing more then a stranger that receives your emails on
a
mailing list but I wanted to write and express my deepest sympathy to you
in
your loss. While it is comforting to know that he has gone to be with his
Lord that doesn't make you miss him any less. I know that no words can ease
the pain and emptiness you must feel now but the blessings of having
Christian brothers and sisters praying for you will hopefully help you feel
God's presence, love and comfort.
Prayerfully, Mark W
Barrie, Ontario Canada
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Oh my gosh.
I am so sorry about Rob.
He sounds like a wonderful man even though I never had the pleasure of meeting
him.
I just wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hang in there Patsy.
~Brea My Lip Stuff
http://www.mylipstuff.com
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Dear Patsy,
Was so sorry to hear of you loss. You are in my thoughts.
May God be with you during your time of sorrow.
Your friend in Alabama Bonnie
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I am praying for you and your family at this time.
God bless all of you in the New Year.
God Bless Renee R and Family
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Dearest Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, Rob. When we
lose a loved one, there is a feeling like a huge hole in the very center
of our being that will never fill back up again. But trust me, it does get
better with time, even though I know that you can't possibly imagine ever
feeling better again right now. All the words of comfort that we can give,
sadly, do not comfort at a time like this, but you will be in my prayers.
Look to Jesus for your comfort. He is the only One who can help right now.
In Jesus, Sue C
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I did not personally know your husband but through
his newsletter I
learned to know him. He was a very warm loving beautiful person.
This last year I prayed for him alot while he was going through so much.
When I opened Carmen's newsletter I was so shocked to hear the news that
I cried. I feel so bad for him , for you & everything.
God Bless you & be with you. I amm so sorry Patsy.
Will miss him so much. Kathy
Happy moments, praise God.
Difficult moments, seek God.
Painful moments, trust God.
Every moment, thank God.
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Remembering you from Australia
Dear Patsy, I was so very sorry to hear your sad news. I know how
your heart must be breaking. If it's any consolation please know that your
friends here in Australia, and around the world will be praying for you, and
remember your darling Rob is only a thought away. He will be with you forever.
Please take care of yourself. Love Anne
Patsy rpkdv@nf.aibn.com
RememberingRob6
http://www.pakadevasfreebees.com/RememberingRob6.html