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Terry Irving's avatar

Mackenzie, my heart goes out to you and all your big family. Amen! We live …to die! I have learned all this from the loss of my parents and from the loss of my beloved Tom. It is difficult to put into words where our heart takes us from life into death. All I know for certain is that love never dies. Love is everlasting. The love of our special people is our heritage and we keep it alive then pass it on to our loved ones. May God turn your grieving into joy and peace. ❤️🙏🏻❤️

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Mackenzie Chester's avatar

Thank you so much, Terri. I believe that with you.

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Haley Baumeister's avatar

I'm so sorry. Death often seems so vague until it hits in a real and awfully tangible way. May God uphold, comfort, and strengthen you and your dear family in all your particular griefs.

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Mackenzie Chester's avatar

Thank you so much, Haley.

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Melisa Capistrant's avatar

This is so beautifully written. I am sorry for the loss of your father, and your children's loss of their grandfather. May God give you all consolation and peace.

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Mackenzie Chester's avatar

Thank you so much, Melisa.

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Julie's avatar

Praying for you. Just finding your blog and grateful I did. Sending love. I can tell you love your family well, and I’m thankful for mercy caring you through. Praying for grace for today.

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Mackenzie Chester's avatar

Thank you so much for your prayers and these kind words, Julie. It means so much to me.

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Crystal Velazquez's avatar

This is beautiful, my friend! When I heard the news, my heart broke for you and your family. I thought about how deeply missed he will be in your life. I thought about all the people waiting for him in heaven, I thought about all the people that were there because of the life he lived for the Lord. What a celebration it must be for him. I hope you never stop seeing his face in your children and hearing his voice in the wind. We love you and we are praying comfort over your precious family!

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Mackenzie Chester's avatar

Thank you so much, Crystal. I love you.

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