Friday afternoon, January 4, 2013, my brother, Barry went home to be with the Lord. Oh how we miss him! But, he is in a much better place. He is no longer sick, suffering, tried or having difficulty getting around. The Lord has been so good in giving His presence and comfort in the midst of my family's grief. God truly is our Refuge and Strength and a very present Help in the time of trouble. He truly ministers to us through His people as they pray for us, cry with us, hug us, offer words of sympathy and tangible expressions of kindness.
The town of Adamsville, Tennessee, where my brother lived for thirty-six years, was wonderful in their tribute to him as Assistant Fire Chief, Rescue Squad Leader and owner and operator of H and W Plumbing and Electrical Company. My family and I were deeply touched by the great love and respect poured out for Barry. The Home-going Service initiated and presented by Fire and Rescue was awesome and very comforting. We all appreciate the honors and kind words bestowed upon Barry. He would have been humbly dumfounded by it all. It made saying goodbye a little easier. The days ahead will be painful and sad for quite a while, but the prayers and support of faithful friends and our faithful God will see us through.
If I could say anything to my brother right now, I 'd say, "I love you brother dear. Thanks for being my brother. I sure miss you, but because of our certain hope in Christ Jesus, I'll see you after a while."
The town of Adamsville, Tennessee, where my brother lived for thirty-six years, was wonderful in their tribute to him as Assistant Fire Chief, Rescue Squad Leader and owner and operator of H and W Plumbing and Electrical Company. My family and I were deeply touched by the great love and respect poured out for Barry. The Home-going Service initiated and presented by Fire and Rescue was awesome and very comforting. We all appreciate the honors and kind words bestowed upon Barry. He would have been humbly dumfounded by it all. It made saying goodbye a little easier. The days ahead will be painful and sad for quite a while, but the prayers and support of faithful friends and our faithful God will see us through.
If I could say anything to my brother right now, I 'd say, "I love you brother dear. Thanks for being my brother. I sure miss you, but because of our certain hope in Christ Jesus, I'll see you after a while."
