Saturday, September 27, 2008

A grandpa that will never be forgotten

Well grandpa got approval from everyone that he could go to heaven and he wasn't going to waste anytime. As we were heading to Hospice House this morning at 3:30 am we got the call that grandpa stepped foot into eternity. The doctors thought he would probably live a few weeks; we never thought it would be one day. I miss him so much already and am so glad that Carter and I spent time with him on Monday. The picture I took of Carter and him was his last picture and one that I will cherish forever. My grandpa Boers passed away when I was 3 so Grandpa De Jonge is the only grandpa I remember. He was so special to our family and loved every one of us so much. I will never forget him saying that he was so proud that all of his grandchildren made Profession of Faith. I am sure he is one of the rare grandparents that can say that. He definitely lived a fulfilling life and taught us many lessons. We miss you grandpa!




10 comments:

The VanderZwaags said...

Praying for you guys!!!!

Rachael said...

You are in our thoughts and prayers!

The Busscher Family... said...

Kel...
Praying for you...I know he'll have an Amazing little girl that will love having another "Great Grandpa" in heaven, I am sure she was part of his welcoming committee!! With sympathy and love, Brian & Kath

Nick and Kristi Bonstell said...

Kelly -

Praying for you and your family! Cherish those special memories you have!

jodi said...

Sorry to hear about your Grandpa Kelly:( We'll definitely be thinking and praying for you and your family this week.

The Stewart Family said...

Kell,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to loose a grandparent. Your family will be in my prayers.
Love Ya,
Jess

Carisa Statema said...

Kelly, I am glad you got to spend time with Carter and your grandpa! Great grandparents are so precious, so few of us had them. May God bless and keep your family in His hands. I am glad you all take comfort knowing he is Home with his Lord!
-Carisa Statema

Haley Slagh said...

So sorry to hear about your grandpa--what special pictures of him and Carter.

aelders said...

Kelly, we'll definately keep you and your family in our prayers during this difficult time. What an amazing gift we have to be able to see our loved ones again someday!!

Bobbie Jo said...

Kelly, we are thinking about you and praying for your family. What a blessing he was able to meet Carter.