Cathy is now, body and soul, at rest. Over the last two days, huge numbers of family and friends stopped by the funeral home. We shared memories, stories and tears. The tears were not for Cathy but they were for us because we will miss her. I was touched by the number of people who came by. There were family and friends who came from all areas of Michigan, Indiana, Connecticut, Delaware and even California.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate all of you. The support you have given me, both in person and from a distance, has been very uplifting for me. And life goes on…. one day at a time.
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My dear Dan. It is good to know deep in our hearts that Cathy is at rest.The turmoil, heaving and anguish of our hearts and souls will one day cease too as perfect rest penetrates the core of our beings. I 'googled' Cathy's name the other night and a Youtube video of her singing 'He knows my name' with Barbara popped up. There was something deeply poignant about the lyrics and truth of that song - they have been ministering to me these sad days. May they minister to you too:-
I have a Maker
He formed my heart
Before even time began
My life was in his hands
I have a Father
He calls me His own
He'll never leave me
No matter where I go
He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls
And He hears me when I call
Love and prayers from us all in the Emerald Isle. Sandxxx
Last year you and Cathy moved to Maine to begin a new chapter in your lives. A new job for you, a new community for you both, an opportunity to form new friendships and have new adventures in a new place. Little did anyone suspect that this chapter in your life would include what has happened. As you said, life goes on...but the world is a slightly lesser place now without Cathy.
Dan, Our hearts are heavy for you, Christine and David, but knowing Cathy is no longer in pain, but in the loving arms of our Lord, has been an encouragement for us. Your many memories will keep Cathy alive in your hearts. Joe and Kathy
Dan,
So very sorry to hear the news on Cathy, and it is truly unbelievable. Everyone here in Wales is thinking of you.
Meirion
Hello Dan, Christy and David,
Truely don't know what to say - you are all in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Cannot believe how aggressive this difficult time has been for you.
Good Night God Bless Cathy. x
Jayne
Wales - UK.
Dan: Unfortunately I wasn't able to attend the funeral after all. I do want to tell you that I know what it feels like AFTER the funeral and arrangements are done. All of a sudden you feel very empty... and leaving your loved one to rest in peace until Christ returns doesn't seem fair. YOU are still here! So many years, living,loving,experiencing the one who makes your sun shine each day... and then? Gone? Too soon, too abrupt... not enough time to mourn.
But now is your time to cry hard in your tremendous grief... but be easy on yourself. God is your strength and comfort... don't try to go it alone... and DO take your time... my father of 86 died last November... I cared for him literally, in his house. I am still not reconciled with his passing, but understand it can take a lot of time. I'm not forcing myself into things I don't want to handle at present. Remember Ecclesiastes: There is a time to mourn, a time to grieve... (paraphrased).
I have had a little 'flack' regarding my memories of Cathy, that I wrote here a few nights ago. I didn't intend to offend anyone; as cousin Diane wrote, Cathy was kinda 'wild' in her youth. (weren't a lot of us?) It was what made Cathy... Cathy! Her vibrancy for life, enthusiasm, gung-ho-ness.
Thank you Dan, for writing your blog and sharing your thoughts with us during a terribly difficult and horrible time. May God bless you richly and give you sustaining peace through Jesus Christ our Lord... Amen
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