Our dear precious mother has gone to be with Jesus. How ironic it is that today is my 67th birthday and our mom is gone. She just passed away early this afternoon, after I had written this earlier update for today. We are heart broken and sad, but also relieved that she is out of pain and no longer suffering. The last few days have been so agonizing to watch her fade more and more from life. Yes, it’s sad, but also we are rejoicing that we know where she is. She is meeting Jesus face to face and that is the best gift of all.
It’s been so hard to watch her decline, but we are glad she is out of pain now and with her heavenly Father. We prayed that she would not have to suffer long and God honored those requests. As much as it hurts to lose her, she is no longer in a failing body.
She went peacefully after eating a bit of lunch today. I had just been there to see her about an hour before and a nurse care giver was with her when she passed. She went back to sleep and passed away. I knew she was getting bad, but even the hospice nurses were surprised she went this fast. I felt it in my heart that she was bad after I saw her this morning, but had no idea she would be going today on my birthday.
I will cry and grieve, but most of all I will rejoice in celebrating the best mother I could possibly have been gifted. She was an angel on earth and she loved her family so very much. My sister, Renee and niece, Lauren, will be home very soon and we’ll be planning a memorial service for her. I had to go and tell my daddy that she had passed and he took it well, in his state of dementia. I know he understood that she was sick and her body was failing and he was sad to hear she was gone. She was such a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.
Thank you so much for loving our mom as much as you did! She was every bit the sweet and precious lady you thought she was and we will miss her dearly.
It’s a milestone that no one wants, but that we all will experience. what peace to know she has gone home. Much love to you and your family as you celebrate her remarkable life!
Oh I’m so sorry. I know this is not easy. But I do agree with you that as hard as it is, she was ready and she is in such a better place right now. That’s hard to think about in the current because we grieve the loss of our loved one. I’ll be praying for you and your family and especially your dad. 🙏🏻❤️
Oh my sweet friend, I can only guess how hard this must be for you and your family. Even though your strong faith tells you she is now in a glorious place, I know you will miss her every day. Words can’t express how sorry I am. You, your sister, Lauren and especially your daddy will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Oh Rhoda, I did get tearful reading your Thanksgiving post, and then hearing this news today has made me even sadder for you and your precious family. She was no doubt a very special lady, and lived a fulfilling productive genuinely loving life. I have enjoyed following your blog over the years on your family updates. Your mom and dad seem like such amazing parents and people. They certainly raised wonderful daughters! I am so happy your mom was able to go to your cousins for Thanksgiving so you could take that very special family photo, and also to have the one from the year before with your dad. I am so happy that your mom had the privilege to say her goodby’s and express her love to each of you. So many don’t get that opportunity. That was a true blessing. I know this is hard having her pass away on your birthday but I am glad her suffering and pain is over….. Take care of yourself….. Hugs and much love, Leigh
I am very sorry to read of your loss of your precious mother. I know you will, through your grief and sadness, feel relief that she is in the best place possible and still watching and loving over you. In some different kind of way, she “gifted” you on your birthday, by giving you the knowledge that she is happier, healthier, and loved now with Jesus, more than any of us can ever know or fathom. Take comfort in that. Loving prayers to you all.
Dear Rhoda,
I am very sorry to read this news. You had a fabulous mother. I want to tell you what my Grandfather said years ago when my Grandmother passed on his birthday (also Christmas Eve)…”What greater honor could God give me but to take Grandma home on my birthday?” I hope in some way that thought helps you as it did me.
Sue
I am so so sorry. No matter how old we are, it is so hard when one of our parents pass. Don’t know how any unbeliever makes it through these times without the knowledge, hope and love of being with Jesus for ever and ever. My Dad passed away on my birthday and as the years have marched on I am always very thankful on my birthday that he was my Dad. It is a gift now. You and your family are in our prayers, God’s blessings to you all.
I just read your Thanksgiving post this afternoon and was shocked to read this post tonight. I have enjoyed meeting your parents through your updates and feel a sense of loss learning that your Mom has passed. It makes me appreciate the concept that “we are all one”; her life has been a “presence” in all of ours.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
I’ve followed you for so many years and feel like I “know” your precious parents. What a treasure your mom was and what a sweet legacy she has left behind. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you Jesus for a life well lived❤️
I am so sorry dear Roda. it is so hard to lose you mom. I am crying tears for you and your family..she was an angel here on earth and now she is with God.
I am so sorry to hear this. I will miss her thru your stories. What a lovely lady. My heart now hurts for your Daddy.
No matter how old WE are or how old THEY are, there is something about losing a mother that makes you feel like an orphan. My condolences to you and your family. May the Lord grant you peace and comfort.
Thank you so much for sharing your parents with us, it’s been so comforting to see your family take care of your mom and dad! Peace to all of you!
I am so sorry for your loss. You were blessed with a wonderful mother for many years and you were a blessing to her. She was tired and needed eternal rest. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I just read your post this morning realizing her time was limited. Somehow, I feel like your family is mine as I’ve followed your blog for sometime.
Your Mom is at peace, embrace it.
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you all. Thank you for sharing your precious Mama with us…
Prayers for you and your family!
I have followed your life on your blog for some time and feel I know you and your mamma and daddy. God’s peace to you and your entire family. She certainly did live a life well lived and treasure those memories. God’s got her now. XoXo
Dear Rhoda,
You have my deepest sympathy. It is so hard when a parent passes away.
Your mother was blessed 67 years ago with a precious little girl who has been a loving and caring daughter. She was blessed again today to see the face of Jesus. You and your family are in my prayers.
Thank you for sharing the beautiful life your mom lived with us on your blog and Instagram account. What a life well lived and an inspiration! I am so sorry for your loss!
Asking God to close His arms tight around you and your family and keep you all in His peace and love as you mourn. How wonderful knowing she is at peace with Jesus and free of pain. I am sorry you had to lose her on your birthday, though, and hope all the rich memories of her love and happy times will sustain you.