My grandfather passed at 5:13 this morning.
What comforts me is what comforted him – music.
I don’t know if Papaw ever even heard “Untitled Hymn” by Chris Rice, but the final verse is on repeat in my head.
With your final heartbeat
Kiss the world goodbye
Then go in peace, and laugh on Glory’s side, and
Fly to Jesus
Fly to Jesus
Fly to Jesus and live!
Oh Krissie. I know he’s gone to Jesus and I know you’ve all been encouraging him to go, but it’s still heart-breaking to lose someone you love. My thoughts are with you and your family in this time of bereavement.
May the knowledge that his is with Jesus give you comfort and peace, and the memory of him make you smile. My prayers are with you.
Deepest sympathy to your and your family. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
My heart and prayers go out to your family. Hold tightly to the speical memories of the last days that you had with him when he was alert and singing with you. What a blessing!
My condolences to you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hang in there!
Oh Krissie my thoughts go out to you and your family. Just in the brief time that I’ve been reading your site, I can tell how much love was shared amongst your family.
I will be thinking of your grandmother as she faces life during this difficult time.
Oh, Krissie. Hugs!!! What a beautiful song. Please find comfort in knowing that he is in a much better place now and that one day you guys will be reunited.
I was thinking of you guys this morning during my morning prayers. Y’all are so blessed to have one other. I know your grandmother appreciates each one of you, especially at this time.
My deepest sympathy to your entire family. May God bless each one of you.
Hugs to you and I’m praying for you and your family. I don’t think anyone could comfort you more than you Grandfather already did through his courage and grace in the last few days of his life.
Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Having just gone through this two weeks ago, I understand and am so sorry.
I am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.