I wanted to write to express my sympathy for the death of Anthony. There's such a sense of helplessness when a loved one dies. I'd like to share some scriptural thoughts that helped me.
Prayer is so valuable at a time like this, but it's not that prayer simply makes us feel better. 2 Cor. 4:7 says God can give us, "power beyond what is normal" to go from one day to the next. It does not mean that we no longer cry or that we forget, but it means we can recover. The reason we recover is because of our hope. Jesus Christ talked about this hope in John 5:28, "all those in the memorial tomb will hear his voice and come out." Jesus was referring to the resurrection: that is our hope that helps us recover and gives us power to go on.
2 Cor. 1:3 describes our Creator as, "...the God of all comfort." God comforts us through his Word, and he also comforts us by moving those who care about us, to give words of encouragement that we need to hear. I hope this was of some comfort to you.
May God (Ps. 83:18) grant you peace and comfort now during this time of sorrow.
Friday, February 5, 2016

Nicely and Russ I love you with all my heart !
Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Will always have fond memories of our years at Spring Lake School and CCD classes together. God Bless
Wednesday, January 20, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Wednesday, January 20, 2016

My prayers go out to the family. Anthony was one of my kids in Spring Lake Kids Club "A long time ago." He was a very good kid. He always made me laugh. He will be missed dearly.
Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Just want to you know that I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers. I love and care for you all so very much. Anthony was so very loved be so many, I miss him so. My heart goes out to you and his family. Love you all!
Wednesday, January 20, 2016