My sweet father...

Sorry it has been so long since I updated. January has been a good one so far. Then one week ago we were told my dad had quickly declined in health and would soon pass away. He passed away last night. His funeral is planned for next Thursday (in Provo). My dad has had a long struggle/battle with poor health and we are comforted knowing he is free from pain now. I'm comforted further in that he passed peacefully while in his sleep. We were all very worried he would have a stroke, heart attack or otherwise painful death - the Lord has been merciful to him.

The Lord has also blessed us that John was able to come home. He deployed for Iraq on Jan. 2nd and had just reached port when my mother contacted him to tell him my dad was going to pass soon. His captain called my mother to verify information and sent him home the next day. The last time my dad was conscious was when he spoke with John about midnight on Wednesday when he arrived. He was with my mother this morning and helped medical personnel take care of my dad. I can't express how much this means to him to have been there and to me that he is there with my mother. We will be leaving asap to go be with my family.

My dad was a good man, and I'm sure his reunion in heaven is sweet one. He was always my biggest fan and fearlessly devoted to us and always supported and encouraged us.

Dad, you have taken a piece of my heart with you. I love you. 'Till we meet again...


My brother John, my dad and Daniel (September 2009)