Today my dad would have celebrated his 70th birthday if cancer had not cut his life short. I still look back at so many good times and memories I have of my dad growing up. He was a constant source of encouragement to me and so many others, and his love for God family are what defined him as a man.
Everyone of his grandchildren had to have felt like they were the most important and loved child in the world. He passed away just just three months before Ava was born and I still remember telling him on the phone that we were expecting. His booming voice (wonder where I got mine from:) exclaiming that he was sure it would be a boy:) I know he would have wrapped my girls in the same love he had for all his children and grandchildren, but it comforts me to know someday they will meet the grandpa their daddy loves and misses so much.
My dad wasn't perfect, but I thank God for the years I had with him, the life lessons he taught me as a child, and the friendship we developed as adults. He was one of the most generous men I ever knew who would go the extra mile for anyone in need.
I love you dad and I still think of you often,
Happy Birthday,
4 comments:
on, I say this all the time but I mean it: your dad would've been so proud of you as a pastor and dad. I miss him and days like this remind me of both the time I asked your sister to marry me and the time we found out your dad was sick. Big D was a one of a kind and I miss him very much
Oh Jon! That picture is a TREASURE! I still have vivid memories(from long ago) of your dad and his vibrant voice...always greeting everyone with a warm smile. What a great comfort and hope to know that we will all be reunited with our loved ones someday.
Take Care.
~ Carrie (DV-G)
I remember meeting him once and he was one of the most jolly men I've ever met! He really made me feel good about myself and my cousin who was with me. =)
How very sweet!!! On another note, I heard through the Radiant facebook realm that you spoke at church on Sunday. Can't wait to listen to the podcast :) Blessings from the Holy Land,
-Maureen
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