I received Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior when I was very young. I loved hearing the Bible stories and singing the children's songs, like "Only a boy named David". I enjoyed church camp as a youngster and learned so many great things about the Lord.

It has been worth taking my journey with Him. It was the Lord who gave me a tender heart towards Him. It was He who helped me to know and love Him. God has been my guide and helper down through the years. I did not always follow his will for me and I reaped the consequences. He gave me a second chance and helped me make it through many tough times. He gave me a compassionate heart for others and the ability to love those who I could not love by myself. Without His love and help I would never have been able to make it in this world. He has been merciful to me in so many ways and never failed me. I praise Him for His goodness and kindness. May He be lifted up and glorified even in death.

Love and serve the Lord wholeheartedly! Seek His face for wisdom and help for every need. You can never go wrong with him guiding your steps! Love each other unconditionally and have a forgiving heart! You can only do this with God's help, for nothing is impossible with Him. God is faithful and always keeps his promises. When Christ returns every knee will bow and every tongue will confess He is Lord. Only those who repent, and live for Him will spend eternity with Him.

To my family (including Rob's family): I loved each of you with all my heart. I prayed for you and your families down through the years and God is not finished answering those prayers.

It is okay to cry and grieve. Allow the Lord to be your comfort and peace during this time because He is the comforter and will provide what you need.

I am home at last with my Savior. Be assured I have already seen, Rob and Janice as well as Mom, Dad, and my brother Brian. I've also seen other extended family and godly friends. My hope is to see you again. I thrill at the thought of being able to play the violin like a virtuoso in heaven's orchestra and sing in God's choir. My journey on earth has ended and my journey in heaven has just begun.

Hugs and kisses, Mom, Grandma Carol, Sister (Sistuh), Sister-in-law and Aunt