Well the angels in heaven rejoiced Wednesday morning at 9:35 AM as they ushered my sweet Fran into the presence of our LORD. What a day to meet Jesus it was the kind of morning we enjoyed many days, quite blue sky, with a slight breeze outside and with her family at her side.
I am to heart broken to have much to say right now. But I will say that out of the mouths of babes God speaks. Our sweet daughter Emma summed up the day as we shared our evening meal with out Fran by saying "this has been a great day!" My reply was "it has been a great day. Why was it a great day for you?" She smiled at me with the sweetest twinkle in her eyes. "Mommy went home to be with Jesus!" Oh for the confidence and peace of a child I pray that I can keep that today and tomorrow as the shell of who Fran was is laid to rest.
I am not sure if I can come back here and post on Fran's behalf. So for now I leave you with one request and prayer please follow this link to the last song we will play at our Celebration of Life for Fran Saturday at noon. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9n14NKh9phU I am blessed of God to have had the privilege of being her husband and twice blessed to be the father of our daughters Emma and Eden. Fran leaves a heritage in this world that will make a difference in Jesus name Amen and Amen.
I am so very sad with you, Ed. I wrote about my friendship with Fran here on my blog:
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I will be praying for you and the girls in the coming weeks and months as you learn to live without Fran.
Fran will always hold a very special place in my heart. She was a good friend to me...and I'm so thankful for the time I did get to spend with her. What a beautiful lady...and I am honored that the Lord allowed me to know her in this lifetime.
Ed, your family has been on the hearts and in the prayers of countless people all across the world who have been touched and impacted by your precious Fran's life. Her love for Jesus---and her family---was so evident. Thank you for loving our friend so much and so well. Continuing to pray for your precious family...
ReplyDeleteStill praying for your sweet family..
ReplyDeleteEd, I am so sorry. Holding your family up in prayer. I only knew Fran from the FIAR boards. But we will meet in heaven one day.
ReplyDeleteEd, I am so so sorry. Fran was a wonderful, amazing woman. I don't understand but I know the One who does. I'm so glad Fran did too. I am praying for you.
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I'm so thankful for Fran and the beautiful way she lived her life. We ache with you and your family, because I know you will miss her more than we can imagine. Knowing she is with our Savior makes Heaven even more special. Praying for you all.
ReplyDeleteEd, my deepest sympathies to you in your loss. What a precious girl you have! Surely she is a tribute to the teaching and care Fran gave her. We share in a small way the the loss you feel, and the joy of knowing you have a Hope in reuniting with her. Blessings to you and your family. You remain in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteContinuing to pray for you, Ed, as well as for Emma, Eden and all who will miss Fran daily. My life has been challenged by how Fran lived, how she fought, the grace she showed and the way she loved. Praying for you today and in the days to come.
ReplyDeleteEd, I am so sorry. Continuing to pray for all of you.
ReplyDeleteEd - my heart continues to break for you and the girls. You'll be in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful woman. She oozes joy. I know you will miss her terribly. I rejoice she is with our Lord. I pray for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteThen I heard a voice from heaven say, "Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on."
ReplyDelete"Yes," says the Spirit, "they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them." Revelation 14:13
Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death." Isaiah 57:2
Thank you Jesus for being our righteousness.
I will be praying for your family and for everyone who knew and loved Fran. Praise God she is rejoicing with Jesus right now.
ReplyDeleteThank you for taking the time to share with us. Knowing Fran was a true blessing. Praying for your family.
ReplyDeleteMy deepest and most sincere condolences to your entire family, Ed. My prayers are with you. She is sliding down rainbows!
ReplyDeleteGreat peace and love...
I spent a lot of time reading Fran's whole story yesterday. She was an amazing woman. Ed, my heart is breaking for you and the girls. My prayers are with you all.
ReplyDeletePraying for you all Ed! (((hugs))) Praying that Papa would be your peace in this season...and for your daughters hearts as well...
ReplyDeletePraying for your family. What a witness of total trust. Throughout these next hard days, I pray for you to feel God's loving arms lifting you high.
ReplyDeleteDear Ed & Girls,
ReplyDeleteI thank my God for the privilege of getting to pray for Fran. I'll always remember the Fall of 2008, when my dear friend JoAnn and I were praying for Fran to receive a good report from her scan or check up and how we were overjoyed when she posted her message that all was clear! And then the awesome blessing of the new addition to your family. Your light shines. Fran you are more than a conqueror. Sympathy to the Konick family. Suzanne Cole
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Fran. My heart breaks for you and your precious girls!
ReplyDeleteMy youngest son Christian passed away almost 2 years ago. I know our pains are different, but what we share is the same HOPE in Jesus Christ. Turn to Him, cry to Him, share your heart, frustration, everything with Him! While the road has not been easy, I can testify that God has been faithful to me and I promise He will be faithful to you.
Please know that friends in Texas are praying for y'all.
Fight for JOY!
Marsha
I Thessalonians 4:13-18
I have only meet Fran and you through this blog but feel blessed that you have allowed me into your lives. The ordeal that Fran went through with you by her side is inspiring to all of us that followed your lives these past few years. My faith in Christ is stronger by your witness. Thank you and I hope I will have the honor of meeting you both in heaven. May God bless you and your girls. I will continue to pray for you.
ReplyDeleteDear Ed,
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry for the hurt and pain. I remember the time Suzanne was talking about and how we were so excited that the scan came back clear. I think you all went on vacation right about that time.
Fran looks so beautiful in this picture.
This has to be my favorite videos on the entire internet. Whoops, I don't see a way to hyperlink. So here it is: It's so worth watching! You'll be blessed and comforted.
I'm continuing to pray for you and your sweet daughters. Emma is an amazing little girl! So thankful she is grasping on to the hope that is hers in Christ Jesus!
http://shop.cbn.com/cbn/item.A-Glimpse-of-Eternity-The-Lazarus-Phenomenon-Ian-McCormack.MFPM030510001.htm