We received word that our former neighbor and friend, Carl, passed away this morning. His granddaughter wanted to make sure we knew because she knew how much we loved her grandparents. Although we knew this day was coming, I just can't imagine a world without Carl in it. He and his wife came to our house this summer to celebrate Robert's graduation and enlistment, and we are so grateful we got to see him then. He and his wife were married for 60+ years, and I just can't imagine what she will do without him. We are sending prayers to his family.
This is the second friend-of-the family passing this week. Earlier in the week, we received word about a generous community member in my hometown. Jim, along with his wife June who passed away last April, mentored Andrew and I in our pre-marital sessions. As my mom said, he was a man who reminded us greatly of my maternal grandfather. We send prayers to his family as well.
Both of these men were in their 80's, and neither of their passing is a tragedy. Both had been fighting health issues, especially recently, and there is gratitude that their suffering has ended. At the same time, it doesn't make it any less sad.
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