Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Phil 4:6-7



Wednesday, September 17, 2008

May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her

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This morning our Jill went to be with her Merciful Father.





Réquiem ætérnam dona ei Dómine; et lux perpétua lúceat ei. Requiéscat in pace. Amen.



Thank you for your prayers, my friends. A miracle on this earth was not meant to be. We will join her in heaven one day.

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36 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2008 at 8:31 AM

    Oh...Barb!! May God grant you peace and comfort during this time of sorrow. Jill's brief life and suffering did culminate in a miracle...one of bringing strangers closer to God in prayer!! I've been praying for this dear woman whom I only knew through your great love for her...thank you for sharing your family's suffering in the loss of this sweet girl...I will continue to pray for your entire family.

    Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord; and may Your perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2008 at 8:47 AM

    Oh, Barb I am so, so sorry to hear of Jill's passing. I will continue to pray for your whole family. May she rest in peace. Zina from Ora

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  3. James M. HahnSeptember 17, 2008 at 8:51 AM

    I am so sorry to hear this. I will pray for you and your family. May God Bless you all, Jim

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  4. Charlotte (WaltzingM)September 17, 2008 at 8:53 AM

    I am so sorry for your family's loss. You will be in our prayers!

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  5. AimeeSeptember 17, 2008 at 9:08 AM

    Oh Barbara! I am so, so saddened to hear of Jill's passing and for your family's pain. We will be praying for her soul and for comfort for you all in the days ahead.

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  6. LanaSeptember 17, 2008 at 9:26 AM

    Oh Barbara! One of the hardest things to accept, I think, is when our loving Father says "No" or "Not now". Our faith is tested in times like this to purify as in fire. You are in my prayers daily.

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  7. love2learnmomSeptember 17, 2008 at 9:58 AM

    I'm so sorry to hear this. Praying for all!

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  8. ReneeSeptember 17, 2008 at 10:00 AM

    Oh I am so sorry. I was so sad to read this news this morning. May the souls of the faithfully departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. May God heal your broken hearts.

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  9. Jennie C.September 17, 2008 at 10:17 AM

    I'm so sorry, Barbara. The children lit a candle for her at church on Sunday. They'll be sorry, too, to hear of her passing. We'll continue to pray for her soul and for comfort for all her grieving family.

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  10. Wendy in VASeptember 17, 2008 at 10:58 AM

    Oh, Barbara! I'm so sorry. We'll keep praying for all of you.

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  11. Jamie JoSeptember 17, 2008 at 10:58 AM

    Oh, Barb, I am so sorry. Through tears I write this. I will continue to pray for her, her husband and you of course.

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  12. Jessica GordonSeptember 17, 2008 at 11:31 AM

    Oh! I am so sorry! May she rest in peace. You are all in our prayers! God Bless!

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  13. Sarah - KalaSeptember 17, 2008 at 12:11 PM

    I will never totally understand God's way all the time, but I do trust His way. Therein is Faith. God bless you all and know that you are all in our family's prayers.

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  14. AngoraknitterSeptember 17, 2008 at 12:41 PM

    Oh I'm so terribly sorry, and so saddened for you and your family. I can't come up with words. (((HUGS)))

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  15. Barb SzyszkiewiczSeptember 17, 2008 at 2:18 PM

    My prayers are continuing. May perpetual light shine upon Jill; may the Lord grant comfort to her family and friends who mourn her loss.

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  16. nutmegSeptember 17, 2008 at 3:01 PM

    Oh Barb! I had such hope after her little victory... how sad for you all.

    Still praying...

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  17. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2008 at 3:50 PM

    Oh Barbara- I am so sorry for you loss. Many hugs and prayers to you and peace for the entire family and all her friends.

    God Bless, may she rest in peace,
    Tracy of OEL

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  18. MichelleSeptember 17, 2008 at 4:59 PM

    (((hugs)))

    I am so sorry, Barbara.

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  19. Margaret in MinnesotaSeptember 17, 2008 at 5:16 PM

    My children, too, have been praying fervently for this dear young wife that they know only as "Jill." Were their prayers wasted? Of course not, only now their prayers will be transferred to Jill's family.

    I am so very sorry, Barbara. I wish I could give you the sort of hug that only two grieving mothers can share.

    One day this will all make sense. It will, and the story will be beautiful! For now though, I know, it's very hard. May Our Lady of Sorrows be your comfort and your strength in this time of trial, Barbara.

    With love & blessings,

    Margaret

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  20. kSmSeptember 17, 2008 at 5:48 PM

    I'm so sorry for you loss. I'm one of your many lurkers and know the rollercoaster Jill has gone through. She is in a better place now, where there is no more pain and suffering. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

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  21. christine MSeptember 17, 2008 at 7:22 PM

    I'm so sorry! My prayers are with you and your family.

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  22. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2008 at 7:48 PM

    Dear Barb and family,
    This is such a loss. God has the upper view and we the underside of His plan. You have a special angel interceding for you now. God has given her peace. May He fill your hearts with love and recall. And may joy in the memories of your dear Jill's life and strength in turmoil see you through these days ahead.
    You and your family are in my prayers!
    mary

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  23. MegSeptember 17, 2008 at 9:23 PM

    Oh Barb. I am so sorry. Words always fail me at times like these. My heart is breaking for you and your family.

    I will add her to my intentions while I am praying the rosary tonight.

    Peace be with you and her family.

    Meg

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  24. Alice GuntherSeptember 17, 2008 at 9:36 PM

    I am so sorry to read about the loss of this beautiful young woman. Praying for her, for her husband, and for all of you.

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  25. Kathleen MillerSeptember 17, 2008 at 10:14 PM

    Barbara,

    I am sorry to hear about Jill's death. I know she meant a lot to you and your family.

    My 7 year old daughter lost a Godparent too, last December when he died suddenly at the age of 53.

    Rest assured that Jill will be a powerful intercessor for you, your daughter and family.

    I will continue to pray for her soul.

    God Bless!

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  26. KCSeptember 17, 2008 at 10:41 PM

    I am so sorry. Praying for her and your entire family.

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  27. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2008 at 11:24 PM

    Barbara, I'm so sorry to read of Jill's passing. Prayers for the repose of her soul and prayers of comfort for her husband and family. Hugs to you, friend.

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  28. EC GefrohSeptember 18, 2008 at 1:32 AM

    I'm come to know Jill through your blog Barbara and I am very sadden by this news. I'm so sorry for your loss. I am praying for the repose of Jill's soul.

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  29. truthfinderSeptember 18, 2008 at 9:26 AM

    May the Holy Spirit comfort you and your family. Yoa remain in my prayers. -- Rosemary

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  30. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2008 at 11:28 AM

    So sorry Barbara...I will pray for her, her husband, and for all who loved her.

    elaine

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  31. Friar SuppliersSeptember 18, 2008 at 11:36 AM

    I am so dreadfully sorry, may God comfort you and all those who mourn the loss of this lovely woman.

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  32. MichelleSeptember 18, 2008 at 12:03 PM

    Barbara, I am so sorry! I'll be praying for all of you and especially for your little Peach.

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  33. melSeptember 18, 2008 at 1:27 PM

    I'm so sorry Barbara. We have been praying for her, and we'll continue to do so.

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  34. DeniseSeptember 18, 2008 at 5:00 PM

    I know I don't comment often, but Jill's story has touched so many people, I want you to know that we will continue to pray for her and your family.

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  35. Laura The Crazy MamaSeptember 19, 2008 at 2:30 PM

    God's peace be in your hearts.

    I'm so sorry for your loss.

    May she rest in peace.

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  36. Angie @ Many Little BlessingsSeptember 21, 2008 at 7:44 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear this! I will pray for all those that she touched.

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