We spent the day at mom’s going over the particulars of the funeral. We told more stories, very funny ones, about Dad and his great sense of humor. We remembered his steadfastness and strength. Everyone had a wonderful memory to share. Today was a day of being near family and dealing with details. There is…
Tag: Death and Dying
I’ll Be Seeing You
Dad’s funeral will be held this Wednesday, December 19th at 10:30 AM at Gateway Church in Southlake. The graveside service will be held in Barlett, TX, at 4 PM My daughter wrote this on her blog shortly after her Papa passed away. I thought you would enjoy a glimpse of her journey in dealing with her…
From Glory to Glory!
Dad expired this morning at 6:26. His breathing was calm, and the room peaceful. It was a glorious expiration from this world to the next. These words have never been more true: “I am the resurrection and life, he that believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live” John 11:25. “We are…
Sunday Morning Update
My sister-in-law spent the night with Dad. He has been moved to a private room. Arrangements have been made to move him to a hospice center soon. He had a good day yesterday. One of his sisters arrived from Tennessee, and others are on their way. We received a call at 4 AM that Dad’s breathing…
Icy Chill
I am baking Christmas cookies to shake off the cold, both physically and emotionally. Rapturous Christmas music is ringing throughout the house, still there is an icy chill running through me that will not be warmed by tradition or memory. I have never lost a parent yet, and I am aching for my husband and daughter….
Keeping Vigil: Update on Dad
Dear friends, family, and pastors have streamed through the intensive care unit these past few days. They have brought us strength, hope, and comfort–especially mom. We are so grateful for all of you who are praying and encouraging us in small and big ways. Dad had another bad episode last evening. In fact, the…
New on Dad
Soon Dad will be moved from intensive care to a regular private room. He will be taken off all monitors as well as some of his meds. His color is good, and he is peaceful, breathing well. Dad remains in a dream-like state, lingering between life and death, but he is less restless and more calm…
Update on Dad
My husband spent the night in the intensive care unit with dad while mom and my sister-in-law went home to catch some sleep. Dad slept through the night, but he had another bad spell again at 5 AM with difficulty breathing. He needed deep suctioning. He is resting peacefully now. There is no change other than…
Taking Refuge
For those of you looking for a recent update on dad, please read my last post below, “Dad’s Last Hour.” We were summoned to the hospital this morning for what we thought to be Dad’s last moments. Before we got there, he had rallied somewhat and stabilized. Then after a time of family consultation and prayer, we…
Dad’s ‘Last Hour’
There is no change in Dad’s condition. He remains in a vegetative, non-responsive state. From time to time, he runs a fever and his breathing and pulse are labored. They say he is not in pain. We must just wait and pray. My husband had some thoughts to contribute today to my blog as we journey…
Bonnie Saul Wilks 