Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Our close family friend has passed away

Neal

Tonight's CaringBridge posting by Neal's wife:
     My Boyfriend, my rock, my protector, my best friend, my love, died at 6:25 this evening.
     Neal was very peaceful, there wasn't a furrow on his brow or a wrinkle on his face. His breathing slowed down and gradually stopped. We could not have asked for a more peaceful passing.
     Those who were with me held hands in a circle around us and we repeated the Lord's Prayer after Neal left us.
     Bill and David and I had agreed that if we lost Neal this week, we would wait to hold the services until the Saturday after Easter. Details have not been worked out, but we would like to have afternoon services, possibly at 2:00, to allow family from out of town to arrive. As a tribute to Neal, we would like people who attend services to wear camouflage.
     Thank you to all the friends and family who have supported Neal, Bill, David, and all our families through out this terrible ordeal.
     My Boyfriend is at peace wrapped in the arms of Jesus.

It is amazing what my husband and I experienced today, seeing our dear friend slip away and thankfully, very peacefully. He had been in a coma for nearly 11 weeks after suffering a heart attack. 
I will probably be away from my blog tomorrow. I'm sure you will understand.
Karen

Here are some of your favorite songs, Neal.

 

5 comments:

Traci said...

So sorry for the loss of your dear friend. I lost my father to a heart attack when he was 53.
Be well. I will keep his wife in my prayers.

Julie Harward said...

Oh, sad...looks like a good man...have a warm and loving day with your friend. :D

Nancy's Notes said...

Oh Karen, I am so sorry to hear the news about Neal. My heart goes out to his dear family. I know you were all so very close to his family. You were thier rock in time of need, God bless you. I will pray that God give you all strength now...Neal is in peace now.

Love and blessings,
Nancy

Bama Belle said...

You have my deepest sympathy. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Lifting you up precious!

Anonymous said...

Dear Karen,
My sympathies as you send your dear friend on to the next stage of his journey. Earth is merely one facet of our life....
May Neal live in the hearts of y'all whom he loved and touched....nothing nor anyone loved is ever lost....
Blessings and peace,
Gerry