My heart hurts for Lea this morning. Lea’s mom, Evelyn, passed away early this morning. While her death makes us sad, we’re also excited that she has obtained the goal for which she lived … eternal life with her Heavenly Father.
One of the many blessings that has come from marrying Lea has been getting to be a part of her wonderful family. I could not have asked for a better mother-in-law. Lea’s mom was as good as gold. She set a wonderful example to Lea and I of what a healthy marriage was supposed to look like. She loved her family, her husband and she especially loved her God. It was obvious to those who knew her, that her family was the apple of her eye and that God was the King of her life.
This weekend as we gather for Evelyn’s funeral service, I will have the honor to speak about her life… a life lived well. She’s made it easy for me because of the way she lived.
I am a Christian husband and father, who moonlights as the minister for the church of Christ in Childress, Texas. My wife Lea and I have been married for 23 years. We are doing our best to raise our 4 boys, who are all growing up way too fast.
sorry to hear that. we will be praying for the family
brian
blogprophet
Sorry for your loss and yet this testimony ….i want it.
Becky … me too!
My deepest sympathies to you and Lea! My the Holy Spirit be your source of comfort and strength as you go through this difficult time of grief and sorrow. Yet, you are not without HOPE!!
Oops, “May….”
Our prayers are with you.
What a paradox — that an event that hurts so much to the loved ones left behind is such a glorious event for the one going on to eternal life.
Peace,
Ray
Parents are here to make us who we are to be so we can be that to those who are to follow. A great mother is truly a blessing!
God Bless you guys!
You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bless those who knew and loved Evelyn Keeney with your presence and your peace today. In Jesus’ Name, AmenThoughts are with you guys.
Grace and peace,
Tim Archer
That is a beautiful testimony. I hope someone says that about me one day. Sending prayers for Lea, you and your family across the ocean.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Lea and all the family today and in the days ahead.
Evelyn’s life has given you a heritage and legacy that will carry into future generations.
We love you guys.
pass our love to Lea!
What a great testimony to a life lived in His service!
Your family is in our prayers during this time.
So sorry for your loss. May God bless Lea and the family with comforting memories!
As one who has lost their Mom my heart goes out to Lea. As one who had a Mother much like Lea’s I share in the joy of knowing where she is and look forward to our great reunion.
Sorry for your whole family. Love from the Sanders Family to you all.
Trey I am so sorry to hear about Lea’s Mom. I will keep all the family in my prayers. And prayers for a safe travel.
Caleta May
Lea was blessed with a godly mother. You all will be in our prayers.
What a great testimony and legacy!!
Love the hope that we have knowing this is not the end, even though it is still hard while we are left here…
Lifting up prayers for Lea and your whole family during this time! May the God of all comfort cover you all with His love and peace~
I would like to extend my condolences to your family and Lea, in the loss of her mother. I lost my mother ten years ago, and I still miss her every day. (I can’t wait to see her again.)
Praying for comfort and peace for you all.
Our sympathies and prayers for you all. I personally know what it’s like to lose a mother. While it hurts us for the time being, what a reunion it will be when we get to see our parents and Jesus all at the same time!
Abundant blessings to you all.
the Brannons
Prayers for Lea, you and the whole family.
I could change the names and say the same thing about my mother in law … and when the day comes, it will be an honor to speak at her funeral. If the other girls agree to it. God’s grace and peace to you and your sweet wife.
Lea said to pass on to you her thanks for the prayers and kind words.
My prayers are with your family! Sorry to hear this sad news.
Blessings on your family…
my heart is broken for lea (and fam) and rejoices for evelyn!! praying again…
My prayers are with you and Lea’s family.
Sending a big HUGG LEA’S WAY!
My condolences to you all Trey. What a lovely legacy she leaves though – I hope people can say that about me when I go.
Prayers for you all. May the God of all comfort give you His peace.
Mike
Sorry for you loss.
Praying for all of you.
Trey and Lea, may God comfort your heavy hearts.
A great testimony that there are nice MILs out there to dispel the stereotype. Mine is too.
Thanks for sharing. God bless.
I grieve with Lea at the loss of her mother. Now Evelyn is with Lon in heaven, my beloved of 60 years. God comfort you all. What a blessing to be assured that the faithful will live forever with our Heavenly father.
Jeanne – I’m SO sorry about Lon. I passed on my sympathy on Lisa’s blog hoping you’d see it. I’m glad you stopped by today. I can’t even imagine the pain of loosing my spouse after 60 great years. I pray God’s peace in your life.
our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of loss. . . it's generic, but true. losing a parent is NEVER easy!!! love, Mike, Timbra & Alani
Trey, sorry I’m just now getting to this post.
For the last three years, Michele and I have sat near Stan and Evelyn at worship. The quality of their character has always been obvious to us. They are easy to love.
You did such a great job speaking at her funeral. And it was good getting to meet you (finally) afterwards. Blessings.