Grandma and Grandpa Christensen
Last picture taken with Grandpa at his nursing home.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Somber Weekend
My grandpa died this weekend. My heart is sad, but happy for him at the same time. He didn't want to live after my grandma died six years ago. And all of his siblings and their spouses have moved on to the next life. So, he was a lone (besides his children). I know his body is now back to it's youthful state, and he has embraced his eternal companion and finally met his parents (they died when he was only two years old) and his son (who also died in infancy) and his grandma who raised him and all his siblings. I know he is happy and that makes me happy...but it is still sad, especially since he was such an important figure in my life--someone that I did not want to let down and still don't. Although what brings me peace is to know that I will see him again, and death is only a part of living but not the end of living. Grandpa left behind six living children, 39 grandchildren, and 60+ great grandchildren. As I reflect on his life and the person he was, I feel so grateful to be apart of an amazing heritage.
Grandma and Grandpa Christensen
Last picture taken with Grandpa at his nursing home.
Grandma and Grandpa Christensen
Last picture taken with Grandpa at his nursing home.
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13 comments:
I just found out from Mom that he will officially have 108 grandchildren when Julene's boy is born. Amazing. He is leaving an awesome legacy behind.
that's a lovely tribute, darleen. and 108 grandkids? that's rather amazing, i must say.
What an amazing.
...man.
Love the pictures and loved your words about your Grandpa. I am so thankful for the outlook that we have in the church -- we are sad when they leave us but we know we will be together again. It's just that the waiting part is hard.
Sorry Darleen. It's always hard to lose a loved one. I am sure your grandparents are having a lovely reunion.
Your Grandma must be beside herself to have him with her. Serously, what a legacy! Love the photo of you with him and his great grandchildren.
Oh man. Sorry for your loss. Doesn't it help to lose someone we love when we know what we know?
Dear Darleen,
A Father and Grandfather make a big impression on a daughter and granddaughter's life. I knew my Daddy loved me and because of that it was easy to know that my Heavenly Father loved me. Loved me enough to send his own son to die for me that through Him, I might live. That we all might live again! What a great gift to give to a daughter.
I love you,
Mother
Darleen, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss, but what a lovely post about him. He sounds like a wonderful person.
So sorry about your loss. He must be so happy right now. I can't imagine living without Eric for 6 long years! What a nice tribute you did for him!
Marleen said...
I just found out from Mom that he will officially have 108 grandchildren when Julene's boy is born.
Now that we are 5 days overdue, it is beginning to feel like "if Julene's boy is born."
That is amazing he has 108 grandchildren! What better way to continue a the life of a great man!
Sarah
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