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Ava's 2nd Birthday Party
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Watching the Super Bowl, Feb. 2007
My father, Bob, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, October 18th. He was a crucial part of all of our lives and we are shocked and deeply saddened. He was 68 years old. He and my mom have been together since she was 13.
There was not a prouder husband, father or grandfather in this world. I am thankful that he joined me on my journey to visit Ava and then to bring her home. He beamed when he was with her. He would just stare at her and smile always saying "This one is so special". One of the hardest parts is knowing the great man that she will not get to know in life--she will know him though. I promise that.
I have received numerous calls, e-mails, etc. Thank you all so much for your prayers and support. I would really appreciate it if those of you who knew him would leave a message on Ava's blog for her about her grandpa that she could read when she is older. He was a huge advocate for adoption. We asked for donations to global orphan team in lieu of flowers.
Please say a prayer for my dad and my family.
Love,
Donna
AVA ROSE ISABEL
We witness a mircle everytime a child enters into life. But those who make their journey home across time and miles, growing within the hearts of those who will love them, are carried on the wings of destiny and placed among us by God's own hands --K. Larson
Monday, October 27, 2008
In memory of my father
Posted by Donna at 7:00 AM
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Donna and Ava - I'm sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the grief you are going through right now. My prayers are with you and your family.
Donna and Ava,
I am so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. One thing I could tell by reading your blog is how much he loved you both! Love and prayers for you both...
Ann (NC)
Oh Donna, I am so so sorry for your loss.
Your family is in my thoughts & prayers...
Donna,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You can tell from the pictures that he was such an important part of your lives.
Ava will know him because he lives on through you and your family.
I am praying for you during this very difficult time.
Andrea
Donna and Ava~ I am trying to find the words to make you feel better, but there are no words to make the saddness and the hurt go away. I know how much your heart hurts right now.. and I wish I was there to give you guys a big hug.. Talk about him all the time,share all the photos..it hurts, but it keeps him closer.
Ava.. Mike,Jamison and Jamison's Grandma had the privalge to meet your grandpa.. on our visit trip. He was such a neat guy, Ava. The smile he had on his face everytime we saw him with you.it would melt our hearts.. he loved you so much!!! He is your angel and he will watch over you, just like Jamison's grandpa is watching over him. You just have to look up.. you will see him smile..
We love you,
Tricia, Mike and Jamison
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our prayers.
Rhonda
Donna -
I know where you are and how you feel -
I am oh so sorry for all of you ~
Dear sweet Ava - your GranDad was a very sepcial Guy that obviously adored you with all of his heart - i remember when he was in Guatemala with your Momma and I looked at thoe pictures and thought - WOW - what a great guy - going all the way to Guatemala to see his grandbaby:)
love to each of you as you walk this very difficult road -
at least we are not walking it alone - we have each other and we have our God:)
love and hugs,
Julia and the entire McKenzie Crew
You and your Family our in my prayers!!! Your father im sure knows how much you loved him!!
A few weeks ago i got to meet the Global Orphan Team and what a great organization they have!!!
Luv,Leslie
Donna,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you in this difficult time and bring you peace. Your pictures tell it all. Ava brought a twinkle to your Dad's eyes. He is now looking down at her from heaven. His twinkle now shines in the stars in the sky. You & your family will be in our prayers.
Love,
Amy
Oh, Donna,
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this time! The pictures are a beautiful tribute to your Dad! He sounds like he was an incredible person! I can tell just how much he loved sweet Ava. His memory will live on!
Please call me if you need me!
Love and prayers,
Karen
Ava,
Your grandpa was a great man. He always had a story to tell and was able to make everyone around him laugh. He loved you soooooooo much. The look your grandpa would get on his face when he saw you was priceless. He will always be watching out for you!
Love,
Aunt Jenn
Ava,
Your grandpa was one of a kind. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a compassionate spirit. He loved you so much- you were the apple of his eye. He will be with you throughout your life, watching over you and keeping you safe. He WILL be with you at the special times in your life'
Love,
"Aunt" Leslie
Donna and Ava,
I am so sorry for your loss, and you will be in my prayers. I never had the privilege of meeting your dad/grandpa, but I can tell from the stories and pictures that he was a great man who loved both of you very much.
Melissa
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hugs, Rhonda
I am so sorry for your loss. I can not imagine what you are going through. Ava was very lucky to have such a wonderful grampa.
hugs
Donna,
I am so sorry to hear this. I have been away from the computer for a while(obviously). I did not know him, but it was VERY evident that he was a good man, husband, daddy and grandfather. I know the days ahead will be hard for all of you, but MANY people will cover all of you in prayer.
amanda
Donna- I am sorry for your loss. Praying for you during this holiday season.
Donna, Ava, and family,
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I know the day was hard for you without your Dad. Just know that we are all thinking of you and praying for you.
Hugs,
Cheryl & Kayleigh Ann
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