RememberingRob8
Hey my friends...here I am again, February 29, 2004. It's hard to
believe that 2 months have passed me by. I do keep busy, but, I can't see
ANYTHING I have done...when someone asks what I did today? Who knows? Not
me! I have written letters by the dozens., piled up paperwork that still
needs attending to & basically gotten through that day somehow, but,
who knows how? I walk & pray & cry...just like Zig Zigler did in
his book I am reading. Strange how everyone feels similar in these situations.
People say you should be through stage 3 by now, but, you don't even know
what stage 1 or 2 was/is. Whomever came up with those hairbrained (stage)
ideas, were not going through it for sure!
I have cleaned out some clothing, given away a few souvenirs &
cried when I did, cause I feel I am throwing out a part of Rob. He would
laugh (if he were here) & say, well, I already left, you may as well
toss my clothes out with me! It has to be done, but, it is very painful
to do. I have given a lot of them to someone who really needs them &
Rob would definitely do that same thing. Kay has one of his soft fleece
shirts that she can wear & cuddle with. I just keep wanting him to come
back & cuddle himself! I know that he is happy in Heaven & is working
hard & having loads of fun with his relatives & friends. It's strange
how that works, they laugh, we cry. I do have to say though, I have laughed
a few times in remembering things & talking to a couple of people about
the fun times we have had. I pray a lot when time seems to crawl & sometimes
a glimmer of light comes.
I have so many beautiful notes & poems & links on all these
pages, all from wonderful people on our lists & others' lists. How
sweet of you to remember us. I have 300+ emails left to go. I have been working
very hard these past couple of days to try to get them all done. My computer
looks like it's gonna crash & I will have to reload windows...well,
there goes all my files as well, so I want Rob's memory pages done, HOPEFULLY,
before that happens. It will take quite awhile to get all my files together
again.
Too many people trying to spy on my computer & stealing my information
for their own use. Rather sad in this situation, don't you think? Some
people are ruthless & inconsiderate of others. We all have feelings
on here, it's not just a robot writing these lines to you, nor, robots
receiving it.
I want to thank you all again, for all the beautiful things you have
sent our way. May the dear Lord bless you, forever & a day. Love
always, Patsy
Patsy & Rob; City Hall, Almere, Netherlands
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It's never easy for those left behind,
But when you lose someone so senselessly & unexpectedly.
We all feel the shock.
May it help to know how many people share your sorrow,
And stand with you in your time of need.
Many share your sorrow.
Thinking of you. I'm sorry to hear about Rob.
Charlene Kirton, Johnsonville SC
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Patsy,
I am so sorry for ur loss. I'll be praying for u.
Vicki ( in New York)
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The Day God Called You Home
http://allfunpages.com/godcalledyouhome.shtml
From Abby
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i'm only an occasional visitor to your site,
but still wanted to send my sympathies.
Emmy & Jeremy
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I want to extend my families deepest sympathy
out to you on the loss of your beloved Rob. To have loved that way,
and been loved that way, is truly a blessing in your life and you can rest
assured he will be waiting when it's time and you will be together again.
Roberta in Maine
http://members.tripod.com/~RobertaKelly/
An Irishman has an abiding sense of tragedy which sustains him through
temporary periods of joy
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Patsy
My heart goes out to you and all of your and Rob's families. He was
a very special man. Take care.
((HUGS)) Pat B
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Hello Patsy:)
OMG! Where do I begin. First of all, our deepest condolences to
you. I
cried and cried yesterday with the first email. I can hardly see
to write
this. Oh, I can only begin to imagine how you must feel because
Mike and I
are together all the time. Rob will be missed by all of us.
I wish I had
been online longer but know he made you very happy. He had such
a wonderful
smile from the photos you sent. As a memorial to Rob, I hope you
will post
your wedding pictures on the website but only if you want to do it.
I think
it would be a wonderful rememberance. I'm so sad that you are
there alone.
I wish I was there to help. I am sending you the biggest hugs
I possibly
can to you from Mike, me, Keno and all the cats. I know I don't
know what I
would ever do if something happened to Mike. I don't want to be
alone. You
have many friends so use us if you need us to chat online, call, or
whatever
you need. You two made a lovely couple and he brought so much
joy into your
life. He had to because he brought so much into ours also.
I was keeping all of his recipes in a folder then my computer went haywire
and I lost them before I could print them. Maybe some day in Rob's
Rememberance you could make a Rob's Recipe CD and sell it on your site.
I
would definitely purchase it. Maybe even continue Rob's website
with a
story of how you two met and how you spent your lives together.
Our love goes out to you, Patsy. I know you will survive this
terrible
loss. Love and hugs. xoxoxoxoxoxo
Lilly and Mike
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Patsy:
You and Kay and all will be in my prayers: Be Strong as you know Rob
would want it that way. Rob will be sorely missed. Love Debbie G.
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Kay and Patsy,
You have my deepest sympathies!! I will definitely miss your dad
and
husband! May God be with you during these trying times to send
Angels to
lift you when you are down knowing that someone so wonderful would be
in
heaven waiting for you to join him someday. Now he can cook for
God!! May
you both be comforted during these times God bless you both!!
I cry along
with you!! Mary USA West Virginia
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Dear Patsy, I am so sorry for your loss. I
just read your letter and it was a beautiful tribute to your husband,
but at the same time made me realize how important it is to tell your
husband/wife everyday just how much
you love & appreciate them. I am a newlywed & can't imagine
being without my husband. I wish you all the
best and pray for you. You will find the strength to go on, and will
enjoy peace and comfort again soon.
Stay strong & God Bless, Michele from NJ
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Patsy
I am very sorry about Rob and we will keep you in our prayers.
Hope you can get back with us soon.
Love & Prayers,
Charlene
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Seek & ye shall find, knock & the door
will be opened unto you.
For everyone who asks receives, he who seeks finds;
And to him who knocks the door shall be opened.
Matthew 7:7-8
I am sorry for the loss of your husband. God bless you.
~Sue~
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I just wanted to let you know that you are
in my prayers!
There are no words that I can think of to comfort you in this journey
down a new path you will be taking these next few moments.....but know
the new angel in the heavens will always be there and always in your
heart! Jacki A
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Dear Patsy...
I want to offer my condolences on the loss of your beloved husband -
Rob.
I have been a member of your newsletter for a long time now and even
though
I do not usually email you, I felt a need to do so this time so that
you
would know that you are not alone and even those of us that never get
to
meet you are here for you at this difficult time. I live in Australia
and I
will keep you and your loved ones in my thoughts and prayers during
this
difficult time.
May the knowledge that your loss is shared by many friends who care
help comfort you at this time. We will keep you in our thoughts and
hearts
and in our every prayer.
Take care and know we will wait for you no matter how long you take
to get
back online, we will be here for you again when you are ready.
Amanda in Australia
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Dear Patsy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Our comfort when we lose a love one is knowing that our Heavenly
Father is now taking care of them and they are very happy.
Take care of yourself and God Bless.
Love,
Michele, Milton and Josh
Here's the address of the web page I'd like you to visit:
Flowers that never fade
http://www.andiesisle.com/Flowers.html
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I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
Just take comfort in the Lord
and know millions of people are praying for you.
Donald D
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SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS OF ROB.I'M SURE GOING
TO MISS HIS NEWSLETTERS.MY PRAYERS ARE W/ YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.ELVA W
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Patsy,
I wish I was there to put my arms around you right now.
Nothing anyone
can say can take the pain away. Just know
lots of people love you and are praying for the Lord to ease the pain
you
feel and give you Godly wisdom in
your decision making. I can't say I 'know' how you feel, but I
can
understand it.
Patsy, just take 'one day at a time.' God will give
you the strength to
get through if you trust Him to. Claim
John 14:27 as your own. May God bless you.
Love and prayers.
Chris
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Rest assure Rob
is in heaven with our lord Jesus Christ.
Please don't feel alone. Rob will be with you , in your heart for now,
until you two meet again....Ellen
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Patsy,
There is Not a sympathy card in the world that will express how much
I am sorry about the loss of your husband.
I was so sad to read your story. The one good thing is that Rob is up
with the Lord Jesus and you too will be with
them both when it is the Lord's time. I will pray for you and your family.
My love and sympathy
Michelle C
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Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing.I lost my dad in March
and he died in my arms.He died of aheart attack but while he was alseep.So
thank god he was in no pain.I miss him very much.But I was so blessed to
have had a stong bond with him as you with your husband.Then just 2 days
ago his mom , (grandma ruby)passed on december 26,2003 day after christmas.So
its really been very rough.But we have to think of all the joy and
love we had with them .All the laughs and smiles that surrounded them when
we passed with just a look or laugh.Day by day seems like an eternity of
healing but, you have to keep going for kids and family but mostly
for the love that you had shared with him.I dont mean to take up your time
.But I just want you to remember something..Haveing loved a man so near and
dear,he has passed to be with you in your heart .So when you look in the mirror
always smile and look alittle deeper for he will be smileing back
at you .May God Bless and Keep you Safe and Warm . Cheryl
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Hello Patsy, I just wanted to let you know
that my heart goes out to you. I am so sorry that you lost your husband.
I don't personally know you but I receive your letters and have been following
Rob's health problems over the year. I feel like I do know you and
as soon as I read your letter, the tears came down like rain. I am
truly sorry dear that this has happened to you and your Rob. Just from
the letters, I learned that he was an exceptional person, kind and caring
for others. And you are too. Please accept my condolences and
be strong for him. I too feel that he is in a better place, at home
with our Lord. May the good Lord bless you and help you to endure what
lies ahead for you. Sincerely, Barbara S from Ohio, USA.
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You are in my thoughts and prayers through
this difficult time.
Linda S
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Patsy, I am very sorry for your great loss.
But you must go on . Take care of
yourself & remember everyone loves you. Connie H
Please pay my respects.
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. my condolences
to you and your
families. you know, time is a great healer as i have had to learn. take
care. Debbie W
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Patsy,
My heart and soul go out to you now in this time. Words alone cannot
express how I feel for you. I wish you peace and less pain. And I hope
in this time of pain and sorrow you may also be overwhelmed with love.
For it is the special love the two of you have shared that make this pain
possible.
I only know Rob through your letters and your eyes, but he seemed to
be a wonderful person. And I know you and you are a wonderful, warm and
loving soul. You help many people and brighten many days. And what the
two of you shared was not only a wonderful soulship, but a loving friendship
as well.
If there is ever anything I can do to help, no matter how large or even
trivial, please know I am here for you. As I am sure are hundreds others
of your daily readers. You have allowed us into your life and have therefore
secured a place in our hearts as well. My heart, peace and love go out to
you!
Nikki M
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Please accept my respects! God Bless and Keep
you in your time of need
Tawnya W
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I am so sorry about your loss, my thoughts
and prayers are with you at this time.
I am sure your husband was a fine man and he is in a better place with
no pain now
Kecia M. W.
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Helo and May GOD be with you at this time
of sorrow.
I haven't lost my but I came close about two years ago and
if there hadn't been a lot prayers he would have went.
The heart specilas didn't think he would make it but he did and is doing
a lot better. Our prayers go out to you. Just put it in GOD hands and
he will help you.
GOD bless you Tommie M Dublin, Tx
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Dear Patsy
My heart goes out to you I know there are no words that can make you
feel better
but want you to know that my heart and prayers are with you. God has
blessed you
so with having such a wonderful man!! God Bless and keep you in his prayers
Jackie
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I'm a friend of Shelleys and i just wanted
to tell you how sorry i am
about your husband. Take care ~linda
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Dear Patsy, I went through the ordeal that
you are going through now about
three years ago, I also lost my husband, 58, with whom I had planned
our old
days together in some far apart beach where we were going to build a
cozy
little cottage for just the two of us. But God has his doings and
he took
him away from me and his children, but I know he's up there and he conforts
me every time I am sad or in trouble. I really do understand you
and send
you all my love in this moment of grief. Here's a little prayer
for Rob,
taken from the beliefnet prayers. Hope you are better soon and
let us keep
their memories alive forever.
"Almighty God, we remember this day before thee thy faithful servant
Rob;
and we pray that, having opened to him the gates of larger life, thou
wilt
receive him more and more into thy joyful service, that, with all who
have
faithfully served thee in the past, he may share in the eternal victory
of
Jesus Christ our Lord; who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity
of
the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. "
A true friend from way down south (Santiago, Chile).
Marcela C
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I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing.
Please know that we (your
readers) all feel like you are part of our family and are hurting for
you.
I will pray for you every day. May the Lord bless you.
michele
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Dear Patsy
I am so sorry to hear of Rob's death. But it really is the start
of his life with Our Heavenly Father. I know God will surround
you with comforting angels during this time. I know that all of
your internet friends are praying for you as well. God keep you
safe. It is hard to lose someone so close, but God knows the
reason why He called Rob home. Betty W
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You are in my prayers if it will help so sorry
for your loss..Just
remember the good times and his love.. God Bless You
Norma
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Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear about Rob's death. As anyone receiving this newsletter,
I have followed Rob's progress through his illness last year to your
move to Newfoundland.
My prayers are for you. Patricia B
Verdun QC Canada
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i am so sorry for your loss, God bless you
vicki z
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I feel your sadness.my 47 yr old sister with
downs syndrome passed away a
week age after having surgery for a ruptured ulcer. she was on the
ventilator since surgery. MY parents both passed away 5 years ago within
6 months of each other.You are in my thoughts and prayers.I lost my
husband 11 years ago also .It is not easy but with faith and love and
friends u will make it.
friends Rachel
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Patsy, My heart goes out to you and Kay, I
know what you are going thru, as
I lost my husband Carl E. Myers this past April 9th, it is really hard
to lose the love of your life.
Just when I think I am doing better I break down. I have a solar light
at his grave.
He is in a better place. Heaven.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Norietta
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you will be in my prayers.
i also lost my hubby 12 years ago, so i know what u are going thru.
he was also my best friend.
if u ever need to talk, please email me.
sherry k
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You do not know me but just want you to to
know you have my deepest sympathy in your loss.
Your letter to Carmen made my heart ache. My prayers are with you.
Theodora T
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He's Not Lost...
He's not lost.
God gave him a smile and took his hand and welcomed him to a familiar
land.
And its much more warm and fair than the last time he lingered there.
And though for his familiar voice you yearn, and every day, you
wish for his return,
he is home at last, comforted by the love, of every angel in heaven above.
He sheds no tears for the path he trod; for he has found everlasting
warmth,
beauty, and comfort in the hand of God.
He's not lost.
Ashiya T
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My heart is broken for you. I pray God
will comfort you as he is now
hugging Rob. I know words won't make it better but we do share your pain.
May God send you peace....
Marge
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Hi Patsy,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I know each time I read your newsletter,
I
would enjoy how you spoke about Rob and the love you two shared. I imagine
anything I say may seem like it is adding to the cliches that you have
probably already heard.
If it is any consolation, it is good to know that you both were able to
talk
about so many different topics and found comfort in eachother. About three
years ago, I went down to Georgia after getting a call from my mother
saying
that the doctors had given my dad three days, (he had diabetes, had both
legs amputated from the knees down), on the way down , there was a deacon
sitting behind me and on the way back to Michigan I met a guy who had
just
come back from his missionary visit overseas. My mother asked who wanted
to
stay with my dad the first night (there are eight kids in our family),
I
volunteered and to this day, I think that was the best thing I ever did.
He and I talked about everything and just enjoyed the laughter, silence
and
tears. The next few days he started to fade and as for any intense talks
with the other brothers and sisters it didn't happen. When I got back
home,
I sent an email to all the brothers and sisters telling them about all
the
different things we talked about, hoping that would ease their load alittle.
My parents had met in Goose Bay Labrador when he was stationed there in
the
Army, my mother is originally from Sydney, Nova Scotia and I was born
there
too. On that note, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and
we pray for
your understanding, acceptance and guidance during this time and always.
Take care, God Bless,
Marie Elene in Michigan
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Dear Patsy, I greave for you i am still greaving
for my Mom who died in Feb 1999 we were very close i still get depresed on
holidays and wonder why i'm still here. the rest of my family(except my
moms brother) call but never invite me to things like weddings(my only brother
just got married 3 months ago i wasn't invited nor for christmas ect) The
pain never goes away but it gets easier. like me GOD must have a purpose
for keeping you here even if it's only to help someone else with their pain
or like me bring laughter to an elderly person (i'm a nurse aide @ a nursing
home).Well GOD bless you in your time of need and if you need anything like
a (smile) or just someone to tell how you feel e-mail me ok
Paula
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Patsy,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in knowing
your husband
Rob is with our Lord Jesus Christ and he will forever be with
you in your
heart. May God give you the strength you need now and always.
Love, Maria
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Patsy,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Peace be with you.
Janice
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patsy,
in your time of grief i understand and mourn with you. i lost the "love
of my life" in may 2003.
he was a kind and gentle and loving man also. some of us are lucky to
have had love angels in our life.
i believe we both loved one.
jackie k
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Our prayers are with you during this time.Carmen
has told us of your loss and
we will all be praying for you and your family. LadyHopeLee
http://www.angelrays.com/plain/heaven.html
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Hi Patsy,
You don't know me but my wife subscribes to your site.
We share in your grief as we both know what it's like to loose someone
special.
Keep strong in the LORD as he will give you the strength to get through
this.
Rob will always be with you in al the fond memories that you have of your
years together
and he will inspire you. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Keep your chin high you have many friends pulling for you
Best Wishes John & Georgianna I
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There's a party in heaven and saddness on
the earth.
Patsy,
oh for magic words to say to ease your pain. At times like this
not even the
wisdom of Soloman can attempt to bridge the gap. Just lay back in
His arms
and let Him carry you through this sad valley. Cling to the promis
that His Spirit
is our Comforter. Let other people help you, let them organise anything
that you
can survive without having to do yourself. I just see Jesus saying
"Lean on Me".
May the God of all comfort wrap you and your family in His everlasting
arms.
Anna from Australia
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Patsy' I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts
and prayers are with you.
Josephine
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I am sorry to hear of your lost. I know
it is a very hard time for you.
I lost my father several years ago. The end of November, my
brother-in-law (my sister's husband) went to be with the Lord.
I will definitely keep you in my prayers. Just remember, he is not
suffering anymore and is looking down on you. One day we will all
meet.
Your friend in Christ
Harold Y
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Patsy, please know we are all with you in spirit
and cannot believe this has happened.
God bless you sweety and I hope you know you are surrounded by friends
and people who love you!!!
We are here for you! Love, hugs and prayers, Shelley
Hugs from Heaven...
http://www.wepraisehim.com/hfh.html
Join our prayer list: prayer_tactics@adelphia.net
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patsy, my deepest sympathy goes out to you
and your family. on tuesday dec 30th my
husbands grandfather also passed away, I know it seems like you will never
get over this,
but it will take time, the lord will help you make it through this diffucult
time.. you and your
family are in my thoughts and prayers....maria a, a subscriber to
your web site
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MAY ANGELLS BRING U PEACE I KNOW TOO HOW my
cousin passed
away back in march from leukemia and i lope this email helps sent as a
friend who is just trying to help
Jon
=/\=live long and prosper=/\=
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WE LOVE & WILL PRAY FOR YOU!
Patsy,
It's Trina from Clearancecrazy.com
I just wanted to tell you that I will be praying for you. I will
ask God to give you the
guidance and strength to make it through this tough time. I can't
help but to cry for you.........
I can't imagine your pain. I am not going to draw this out as I
know you have plenty of things
to take care of but I do want you to know that I believe in the POWER
OF PRAYER and will
be sending many your way. Please know that I am thinking of you
and have you so
very close to my heart right now!!!!!!!!
With so Very Much Love!
Trina
http://www.clearancecrazy.com
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LOL Patsy I am so sorry.When I was in high
school my first love died shortly
after we graduated. he was the love of my life also. I never got to marry
him, but he got barried with my class ring. All I can say to you is with
time you slowly heal, but you never stop dreaming or chershing the beautiful
memories you will always have. That was in 1981 and I still dream about
him
and I still feel his presense at times. God will let you deal with it
in his
own way, but I still go to his grave and put flowers on it on his birthday
and other special days. Good luck to you. You are in my thoughts and
prayers. A faithful reader. Terry
LOL (lot's of love) that's my version. Terry
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Dear Patsy,
I've been thinking a lot about you and haven't forgotten you. I thought
these "Remembering Rob" pages were excellent and an incredible tribute to
someone so special to you and a lot of people. I know it had to be
hard for you to do, but you did an excellent job! Rob may have gone
on home, but he is never forgotten and I know you carry his smile, love and
laughter in your heart. God bless you sweety and I pray that God gives
you a little more strength, comfort and under- standing everyday. Of
course, I wish I had some really great, profound thing to say that would
heal your heart, but I don't. Just know, lots of people do love you
and care about you and so many of us are here for you. Hang in there,
everyday is a tiny step forward to healing. Thank you! Hugs, prayers,
love and peace,
Shelley
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I am really sorry to hear, please accept my
deepest sympathy. I know how it feels to lose someone you really love.
You will be in our prayers (Family and Friends in Grenada, West Indies,
and in Brooklyn, New York).
Just take it easy, and take your time. Take care of yourself, ok?
SMILE, JESUS LOVES YOU.
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Patsy,
I'm so sorry to hear about Rob. But as you said he is in Heaven.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Remember, you are Loved!!
Love and hugs, Chris
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I AM TRULY VERY SORRY - MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
ARE WITH YOU.
GOD BLESS. GLADYS
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I am so sorry to hear this news. I will keep
you in my prayers.
Just remember he is even now watching out for you.
Jacie
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Dearest Patsy,
I feel your great loss and though we are entering a new year, God must
have
planned something better for you just like today when I learned from my
best
friend (who is 48) that she is expecting a baby, I was so happy for her.
Nothing could compare for the loss of a loved one, although time will heal
all wounds and heartaches, memories will last forever for us to remember
the
good times that was shared.
Francis
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Patsy,
I'm am sorry for your loss.
It is devastating when it comes so quickly and unexpectedly.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
It will be a difficult time for you ahead.
Remember the good times and the love.
the loss will still be there, but the memories can help heal.
tammy
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My Deepest Sympathies
You are in my prayers
Shelia G
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I am so sorry for your loss!!! You and your
family are in our hearts and prayers!
Sincerely, The Losh/Posey family
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Hello Patsy
I am so sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts and prayers are with
you.
If you ever need someone to talk to or just to listen please feel
free to
email me anytime.
Darcy
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Dearest Patsy,
My heart goes out to you at this very sad time. How
lucky you were to have such a wonderful man in your life.
How sad to have to lose that. But, he will always be watching over you,
and you're right -- he is with our wonderful
Heavenly Father, and he is happy, and without pain, and with a whole, perfect
body.
Please take a few minutes to feel all the prayers and
good wishes that are being sent to you.
God bless you, dear, and keep you strong.
A Friend
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Dear Patsy,
I am very sorry for your loss. I know that losing a loved one is never
easy.
My grandmother died about 2 years ago, and to this day I wish I would have
went with her.
I hope that you and your family will hang in there. My heart, aches for
you.
I will think about you and your family in this time of need.
Love, Shirley M
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I am soooo sorry My thoughts and prayers are
with you.
I am sure that Rob would not want you to be too down. He is in a better
place with NO PAIN.
Mary O
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You are loved and you come back only when you
are ready. We are praying and
pulling for you during this awful time! Just know you are cared about.....and
he was and is too!
Patsy
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Anyone who has ever lost a loved one can feel
your pain with you. May God bless and comfort you!
Vicki B
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Our World is Less....
Dear Patsy,
I am stunned and saddened by the sudden passing of your beloved
Rob. Please know that I am heartbroken for you in your grief and
sorrow, and I pray you find comfort in the knowledge that Rob has
gone home to Heavenly Father and knows pain no more. I will miss
Rob's daily dose of wit and strange recipes from his "Cooking Pot"
and I know, like you, I will never find a Rob replacement. God
bless and comfort you in this sorrowful time.
Sincerely, Kathy S
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i am so sorry to hear this you will be in
my prayers.
Laurie
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Patsy,
this is really hard for me to send but please know how much my heart is
with you at this time right now.
I had sent Rob and e-mail a week ago again and we always sent e-mail jokes
and such to each other.
I am so very sorry.I wish I could reach out and be there for you all now.I
felt I had known Rob most of
my life he was such a wonderful man.He had the courage of 10,000, I really
respected him.You both were
very lucky to have each other.He went through such a ruff life but he came
through it with a sense of
accomplishment I have never seen before. Please feel free to e-mail me
if you need a big soft shoulder,
I went through this on Jan 14th of this year, my adopted daughter passed
away on her 29th birthday
from cancer, my heart is with you, All my love, Roxanne J
Heaven's Voice
http://www.spiritisup.com/heavensvoicesf.html
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Patsy:
I just want to say that even though I did not know Rob I could tell that
you being his wife was his life long dream.
I know the loss you are experiencing. Yes Rob is not physically with you
anymore but he is in your heart and soul.
He will guide you through these next days and months. He is with
the Lord I assure you. He is looking down upon
you and saying please do not weep so much over him as he is with his Lord,
Our Lord. He is very happy yet saddened
that he is going to have to wait until the Lord calls you home to be with
Our Lord and then he will be at your side for all of eternity. My Sincerest
Sympathy
Bill E
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Dear Patsy:
My deepest sympathy to you in your time of sorrow.
Beverly H Oakland, CA
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Hi Patsy
Have received your e-mail now for a couple of years and have laughed and
wept over some of your news and other news in your newsletter.
My heart and prayers go out to you at this tragic time and, although he
will never be far from your thoughts, your children will help to see you through
the worst of the tears. I can only offer cold comfort for you at this
moment but you have so many happy memories that you will be able to enjoy
later.
For now tears really are a good release and you know how many of your friends
from all over care so very much for you and that will help also to close
that huge hole that has been left behind now that Rob has passed. Another
thing to remember is that Rob didn't suffer from a debilitating illness
- when that heart attack came it took him almost too quickly, although you
know that you had some time with him there at the end.
In my thoughts with hugggs of sadness
Ann-Marie aka mops
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Dearest Patsy and family;
I was so very sorry to hear of your loss today.
Rob sounds like such a wonderful person that I'm sure I would have been
blessed to meet. I'm sure this e-mail will be just one of hundreds
that you will receive, but I felt compelled to write and offer my words
of love. You give so much to so many, so often, that now it is time
for that love to be given back to you.
My heart truly goes out to you as you endeavor
to accept this loss. What a blessing to have shared a life with not
just a husband, but with your best friend. Not many people have the
kind of marriage you two have. I'm sure you cherished every day of it.
I say 'have' and not 'had' because, as you know, he is still with you.
His love for you only grows stronger and he will be waiting for you when
it is time for you to go home. This may seem like a long time away,
but it's only in the blink of an eye.
I know you're faith is strong, but please give
yourself time to grieve. Know that our Heavenly Father has his loving
arms wrapped around you. He will send people to you to help you 'get
through' the days. The days turn to weeks and the weeks turn to months.
Live, love, learn, then when we do what we came here to do, we can go home.
I don't know if anything I've said gives even
a little comfort, but I hope so.
My Love to you and yours;
Tina K Tacoma, Washington
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Dear Patsy,
Although I've never met you or your family, I feel like I know you from
your
letters that I read all the time. This is such sad news, and I want
you to
know how very sorry I am for the pain you are feeling. I know this
is a
very difficult time, and would be entirely unbearable without the help
of
our heavenly Father. There must be lots of people like me, who care
so much
for you and your family because of your wonderful newsletters. You
will
certainly be in my prayers in this devastating time in your life.
Sincerely, Audrey T
Meadows of Dan, Virginia
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DEAR PATSY,I AM SO TERRIBLY SORRY FOR YOUR
LOSS,IF YOU READ THIS
I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW,I AM 32,I HAVE NEVER BEEN MARRIED,BUT I
LOST MY MOTHER 3 YEARS AGO,I HAVE TWO CHILDREN,THANK GOD ,OR THERE
IS NO WAY I COULDVE WENT ON WITHOUT MOM,NO ONE KNOWS THE PAIN YOU
FEEL WHEN YOU LOSE A MOM,OR A HUSBAND,AND PATSY,THAT PAIN WILL NEVER
GO AWAY,BUT IT GETS EASIER TO BARE WITH EACH DAY THAT PASSES,AND
THE FACT THAT WE KNOW THAT THEY ARE UP THERE WITH JESUS AND SOMEDAY
WE WILL SEE THEM AGAIN HELPS TO EASE THE PAIN,THINK ABOUT WHAT ROB
WOULD WANT YOU TO DO NOW,I'M SURE HE WOULD SAY TO LIVE EACH DAY
AS IF HE WAS STILL WITH YOU,CAUSE HE IS STILL WITH YOU ,IN YOUR
HEART,LOVE YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY,BECAUSE HE LOVED YOU ALL,MAY
GOD BLESS YOU AND SOMEHOW MAKE THIS EASIER FOR YOU TO BARE,GOD BLESS,ANGEL
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I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.
My prayers will be with you.
Leanna
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You will be in my thoughs and prayers.
Words don't help I know, but
understand the pain you are going thru. Norma M
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+Our prayers and thoughts are with this evening
Patsy.
God had a higher calling for Rob, his work and his
spirit will never be forgotten by those who knew, know
and loved him. Rob truly has left a legacy of love,
tenderness and compassion for all he came in contact
with. Please, know that you will see him again, just
remain faithful to Christ Jesus, keep Jesus as the
center of your heart and life and He will fulfill His
every promise.
His word says: In my Fathers's house are many
mansions,I go to prepare a place for you, and if I go
and prepare a place for you I will come again and
take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.
If it were not so, I would have told you.
St. John 14:3 CheraDee
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IF I KNEW
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.
If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.
If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.
If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.
If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.
For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.
There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our! "Anything I can do?"
But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.
Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.
So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,
That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.
So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear
Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.
i know this might not help to much right now but i have found these words
to be
a comfort and they came to mind when i read you saddening news .......................
God bless Juanita
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Hello,
You dont know me, but I heard of your loss thru my newsletter from Carmen
and I just wanted to
tell you that Im sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out
to you. Im glad you have comfort
in knowing your husband is with Jesus. I prayed for you, that God
will give you some peace and comfort.
God bless you Mrs. Baldwin
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I am deeply sorry for your loss. I know
it is your loss but it is heaven's gain.
God is being blessed by Rob's presence right now. Rob's positive
outlook
blessed everyone and we are very thankful you allowed him to be part of
all
of our lives. God Bless You.
Rae Anne R
Bremerton Washington, USA
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Patsy,
I don't know if you will have a chance to read this, but I felt compelled
to write to you and
express not only my sympathy, but my gratitude to you. I cannot even
begin to tell you the
number of times I have been touched by your newsletter, particularly the
inspirational one
that I receive on Sunday. You and your dear husband have touched
more lives than you
will ever know. May God bless you with His comforting spirit.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
With Sincerest Sympathy and Love
Jayne B West Jordan, UT USA
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With deepest love and sympathy to you and the
very sad loss of you husband...
may his spirit be ever near and be a comfort to you till the day you are
together again...
May God Bless you and give you strength for the future...Kat A
~Words of Sympathy~
http://www.spiritisup.com/wordsofsympathy.html
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Hugs, will keep you in our prayers as lost
my mom dec 4,and has been a night
mare since, my husband and kids have kept me going and you have all of
us
love ya Cheryl
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Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Rob is singing with the angels and
watching over you, may God bless you in your hours of needs.
David V
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I am so sad to hear of your loss.I know he
is in heaven even though I never met him I can feel it. No matter what you
will have him with you always in your heart. My mom lost my dad in 89 and
he was 59 she is still missing him but it helps knowing he is in heaven. He
had the most wonderful smile and glow that we knew when the angels came for
him. Your daughter was very concerned and sent a prayer request. She
will be there for you and be a comfort. It will be a time of remembering all
the laughter and smiles you all shared. I am very sure that as long as you
remember him and carry him in your heart it will be a healing balm for you.
When you think of the good times you will feel his presence. He will always
be in your heart. I willl miss hearing about all of the trips and good times
you had. Maybe you will be able towrite a memory every time as well as what
is going on in your lives next. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!!!
Deboriah
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PATSY, I DID NOT HAVE THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING
YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND, ROB, I FEEL I HAVE TRUELY MISSED OUT, I AM SO SORRY
FOR YOUR LOSS, YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, STAY CLOSE TO YOUR FRIENDS
AND GOD AND YOUR DAYS WILL BE BRIGHTER AGAIN
LISA HHOF MEMBER
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Dear Patsy,
I was so sorry to hear about Rob. Our prayers are with you at this
time. I just lost my mother on December 9th after being by her side
for a month. She was 85 and lived a good long life, but no matter
the age, it is still difficult. I have found great comfort in recalling
all the wonderful memories that she shared and that she left us with.
When you said that Rob died with a smile on his face I could relate and
imagine that someone close to him came to meet him. My mother an active
woman struggled with a cane, walker and wheelchair for the last several
years. When she passed on her spirit was gone from her" Shell" as
she called her body, so fast that I think she ran to heaven. With
all of her loved ones up there, I can only imagine her welcoming committee.
With my faith, I know that she has gone on to the most beautiful place possible
and for that I am happy, but it is the human factor that experiences the
loss and that is what is difficult. Remember the laughter and remember
the love, for they will comfort you. You are in our prayers.
Much love, Patty M, CA
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even tho we dont know each other..im truely
sorry for your loss. Karla
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Dear Patsy, I am so sorry your Rob left
this world. My heart is breaking
for you. Please accept my sincerest condolences. I am sure
he will be
waiting for you in heaven. I have read so much about Rob, I know
he was a
special man. I feel as if I knew him. I am sitting here in
tears. Please
take care of yourself, Rob would want that for you. Sincerely, Lulu
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I'm not going to say i know how you feel because
i
don't we all feel different and grieve different. but
what i'd like to say is i am so sorry for your loss. hold
on to your faith for it will see you through the hard
times, read your bible when you feel discouraged and
when you feel like you need to talk to someone our
loving creator is with us day and night. and remember
your friends are there for you too. May you soon
laugh and smile and only think of the good times you
two had together for it would be what he'd want i'm
sure. Once again my deepest sympathies for your loss.
rachel s
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I too feel for your pain , whenever we lose
our loved ones, I truly think we grieve for the fact
that we cannot go to that most spectacular place too. Have faith dear child
and know GOD is with you.
Love and Peace' Nathalie
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Dear Patsy,
During this time of loss, may God's promise of eternal life bring
you
hope...May His ever-present love bring you peace...
May the loving thoughts and heartfelt prayers of others bring you comfort.
" I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you." John
14:18 KJV
Praying for you and alway's God be with you
Cheryl A
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Patsy,
My prayers are with you,I know you will find comfort in God.
Love, Ana
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Dearest Patsy-
I received word from HHOF today and my sympathies and prayers are truly
with you. I followed the progress of your days thru your newsletters and I
am deeply saddened by the news. We laid to rest my husband's father two weeks
ago and this brought on the memories of the days following his death. I know
nothing I say will help, but I read a poem for him at his funeral that I
found on the internet and I hope it will help you. God be with you and know
Rob is watching over you every minute of the day....Mary Beth B
"To my dearest friends and 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 heaven.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness;
Here 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 friends and family,
They'll be here later on.
I need you here badly,
you're part of my plan.
There's so much that 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 I will be beside you
every day and week and year
and when you're sad
I'm standing there to wipe away the tear.
And when you lie in bed at night
the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you..
in the middle of the night.
When you think of my 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 would be no flowers,
unless there was 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 o'er,
I'm closer to you now than
I ever was before.
And to my very many friends
trust God knows what is best,
I'm still not far away from you
I'm just beyond the crest.
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 give unto 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...
"My day was not in vain".
And now I am contented....
that my life was worthwhile.
Know as I passed along the way
I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody
who is sad and feeling low,
Just lend a hand to pick him up,
as on your way you go.
When you're 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 you feel the gentle breeze
or the wind upon your face,
that's me giving you a great big hug
or just a soft embrace.
And when it's time for you to go
....from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going..
..you're coming here to me.
And I will always love you
from that land way up above.
Will be in touch again soon.
P.S. God sends His Love
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Hello Patsy
Honey you are not alone and yes you will feel like not doing
anything I know I lost my
soulmate and love August 30th 2003 and it has been awful. I cry a lot even
now after
4 months with no sign of stopping. I let things go and couldnt cope with
normal things like
just paying a bill. He was everything to me as your husband was too you
and I hope that
you can feel stronger sooner then I have and go one with your life. You
are a brave woman
and a good friend to lots of us even though we have never met. I read your
email you send
and laugh with you cry with you and even wonder why with you. So you are
not alone ok
honey be strong and go on with your life and remember the love and the
wonderful times
and the not so wonderful times too. He is with you always as my husband
is with me.
I remember everything we did together and I am growing stronger because
of it and
I know you will too. Hugs and my deepest condolences to a very brave lady.
Darlene
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God Bless you Patsy.
My hubby passed over 7 years ago. I still miss him.
Just hang on the best way you can
Norma J
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My heart goes out to you Patsy. May God Bless
you and yours. Wish that there
was more that I could do or say but this simple thing is the only thing
I
know to do. God Bless and peace be with you.
Sherry B
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Patsy,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Rob. I can't begin to imagine
how
difficult this must be for you right now....and so suddenly. Just
know that
you are in my prayers each and every day. It is a blessing, as you
say, to
know that Rob is in Heaven with Jesus. I am praying for comfort for
you and
that God will fill you with his love and peace. God bless
you.......Elizabeth, Arizona
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Patsy
Sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you.
Just remeber you have
all your members to help you through the rough times that we both know
are a head.
If you ever need someone to talk to i am here. Sincerely.....
Karen
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Dearest Patsy,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you in this difficult time.
Remember,
He is with you always. God Bless, Tracie, California
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Dear Patsy,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Sometimes the hardest thing we
do in our
earthly exsistence is to let go of our loved ones until we can be reunited
with them again.
I have loved many and lost many earth bound spirits and know that they
are anxiously saving
a place for me next to them in Heaven. God Bless you and your family
and I hope you know
how many hearts are aching for the sadness in yours... Lisa In Iowa
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I know the felling I lost my love Aug.25 2003
she is in the hands of the
Lord our GOD I know how U feel ===== I am going on with life and it will
work for U just have the faith ======== another friend in Jesus
James A
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Just wanted to let you know
how VERY sad Mark and I are to hear about Rob .
I don't know what to say , So sorry ....We are in shock
right now . You will be in our thoughts and prayers .
If you ever need anything , let me know .
Take Care and Bless You !!
Trish And Mark
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i am so sorry about your husband. i don't
no your husband but has u told me
that he was a good husband
Rebecca S
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Dear Patsy,I can not say I know how you feel
because I have never lost my
soul mate and best friend but I have lost loved ones in my life so i know
what it is to lose someone you love and in that I hurt along with you and
for you. I know there will be many times that you wish you could understand
why but be in comfort in knowing that Rob is with the Heavenly Father now
so
rejoice in that if you can. I do know how it feel's to want to be with him
because I felt the same when my dad went to be with the Lord in 1990. You
and your family will be in my prayer's in the day's ahead as you try to
keep
going on. All my love and prayer's, Judi B
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Dear Patsy, Iam sorry to hear that Rob has
passed i feel like i knew you both and looked forward to
hearing about your days together especially the other day when you were
describing how beautiful
everything around you was while waiting for the late ferry to come pick
you up, and how you both
watched the dolphins, May God ease your pain quickly, and be with you everyday
as Rob is with him now,
Love Lois
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I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with
you to help you through
this. Debbie M
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Patsy, I know you and Rob didn't have a lot,
nearly enough, time together, but remember to
say thanks for the time you did have. I wish I could give you a really
big hug right now.
Lean on whomever you need to lean on, your friends and family will be there
for you.
God Bless You and keep you safe and you know Rob is blessed already.
Beth P
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I am so so sorry , may God be with you and
your family at this time.
hugs prayers Darla from pascagoula ms, you know you welcome email me anytime
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You and your family are in my prayers.
Beth M Wilkesboro, North Carolina
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Patsy . I just read about your husband. I
am so sorry . I know u going thou a rough time.
I am so sorry. U know Rob would have want u to take care of yourself. My
prays r with u .
SOrry to hear about him. Debby F
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Patsy,
I am so sorry to hear about Rob. Please know that my thoughts and prayers
are
with you and your family. I know you will be able to go on. He will always
be
there with you. Love, Dee
><((((º>.·´¯
Patsy, sorry to hear about your husband. I'm
sitting here crying
wondering what i would do if i ever lost my sweet husband. You and
your family are in our prayers.God bless you.
Dianne
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Patsy,I am so sorry, I too know how you feel,
I lost my Charles, In July from a heart attack.
You are in my prayers, Charles was also my best friend for the past 35 years
and my heart goes out to you.
Love your friend in Florida, Rose F
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Dear Patsy,
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you and your
family during this time.
Jude G
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That is very very sad news to hear.
I will have your family in my thoughts and pray, that all goes well.
This has been such a up and down battle for you guys.
Keep in mind that our beloved Lord will be with you.
God be with you guys marilyn m
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I will keep you in my prayers, I have never
lost a husband but
I have lost a son, thank God for all of the memories..
As long as we remember,our loved ones are always with us.
K Jones
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RememberingRob9
http://www.pakadevasfreebees.com/RememberingRob9.html
Patsy rpkdv@nf.aibn.com