a heavy heart

[BobC]

Just to let all my friends and really ...family... here on the boards know, my life has taken some radical changes this year. I haven't been able to participate as much as i would like because of opening an office downtown and all the additional hours it has taken in getting it running smoothly.

Unfortunately, that has been the easy part. On Monday, my oldest brother took his own life. We had no clue it was coming. He moved back here at home with me and my Mom some time back, and his being here is a lot of what allowed me to finally move my office from the house. Now I am not sure where things will go in that regard, but for now, that isn't important.

Today is the memorial service for him and I would appreciate your prayers for me and my family. So many of you have been very close to me, whether we have actually met or just conversing via this site or email that I thought it important enough to include you in my struggles. I have a strong faith in Jesus Christ, and whether you share that faith or not, I covet your prayers and support. We will be okay because my God is compassionate in His grace to see us through even the darkest of times in our lives. May he bless you all.

[CKNewman]

Bob, know that prayers are going out to you and your family and all others that need healing around this loss.

[jimmeeker]

Bob,

We are all with you in this. You never know when a tragedy will happen but your faith and God's hand at your side, will pull you through.

Your friend
Jim Meeker

[TimKennelly]

Bob,

My heartfelt condolences in your time of grief.

[Beachy]

And from this side of the pond, God be with you and your family. Beachy

[PaulBusta]

I'm so sad to hear of your loss Bob. My prayers are with you and your family.

[MikeMattke]

Please accept my condolences as well. Our family went through the same experience a few years ago and the ones left behind are left to wonder why.

[LouBruno]

My prayers and sympathy. Two years ago we suffered through the same family tragedy without any answers. My two childrens faith actually helped them through the tough time. May GOD bless you and give you the strength at this trying time.

[BobC]

Thanks for all the encouraging words and prayers, both posted here and those who chose to contact me privately. We are all doing much better and are at peace. Many decisions to be made in the coming weeks, but we'll figure it all out in due time. God bless you all.