Monday, February 22, 2010

Finalized Details on Funeral

The viewing will be Tuesday Evening from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
(open casket)
Allen Family Funeral Options
2120 W Spring Creek Pkwy #E
Plano, Tx 75023
972-596-8200.

The funeral service will be Wednesday morning at 10:00am
(closed casket)
Prestonwood Baptist Church
6801 W. Park Blvd
Plano, Tx 75023

Followed by the Grave side service at
Sparkman Hillcrest Cemetery
7405 West Northwest Hwy.
Dallas, TX 75225

If you want to make a contribution to
Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas, their website is
downsyndromedallas.org.

I'm sorry this is so just informational (is that a word???). Today has been a long day of planning something a mother should never have to plan. I guess in some ways it keeps my mind busy so I don't spend the whole day crying and missing my sweet baby girl. Everyone keeps asking if I'm ok and I know it's just because they want to help and not sure what else to say. I'm ok but really I'm not ok. This journey with Kelsey has been the best time of my life but at the same time it also feels like the worst. Right now, I find comfort in the loving arms of my heavenly father and can only continue to pray. My sweet aunt reminded me of a verse that means a lot at the moment. Romans 8:26 "Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered." Right now my heart is braking and I know in time the pain will ease but until then I will try my hardest to depend on my God, my husband and family and friends to help me though.

Thank you for just loving on me and my family and continuing to pray.

Patti
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10 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2010 at 10:14 AM

    Patti,
    I'm so sorry you're having to do the unimaginable--the thing we all fear most as moms. I'll pray Isaiah 61:1-3 you: "The Lord has sent to bind up the brokenhearted...to comfort all who mourn and provide for those who grieve in Zion--to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord the display of his splendor."
    -Lisa P.

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    Patti-I am weeping on your behalf..truly shedding many tears for you...it's ok to not be ok. I hurt so deeply for you and Andy. You have lived well these many months w sweet kelsey and brought glory to God in it all. --becky daily

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    Patti you have encouraged so many withyour attitude and strength and I KNOW that is because of the mighty faith you have in our MIGHTY GOD! I would love to be there to give you and Andy a hug. My heart is so saddened for you. I will be praying for you tonight, tomorrow and I know in the coming months you will need those prayers too!! Thank you for sharing your sweet girl with us! What a doll!

    You truly have lived your faith! I pray peace for you. Phil 4:7....

    April Moler

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  4. jenbellrileyFebruary 23, 2010 at 12:22 PM

    Patti,
    I think it's perfectly OK to not be OK. People probably just ask that because they don't know what else to say. Walking with God is the hardest for me when I have to accept His will and it hurts to accept His will. Praying for peace and comfort. I so wish I could be in Dallas tomorrow to celebrate all that Kelsey has brought us during her short time. This dang weather has made it impossible. All flights to Lovefield from Lubbock are canceled and tomorrow looks worse because of the expected ice. I will be there in thought and spirit.

    God bless you,
    Jen

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2010 at 4:54 PM

    Daddy said to give you his condolences and he could never in his life imagine doing what you are having to do. My heart is breaking because yours is, my dear friend. I will see you soon. April (Nevill)

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 1:59 PM

    What an 'UP' service! We love y'all - please let us know if you need anything! We love you!
    The Lesserts

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  7. StephanieFebruary 24, 2010 at 2:14 PM

    You don't know me, but I came across your site through another friend. Just want you to know that you are being prayed for by those you don't even know. I wish the best for you and your family in this time of grief. God Bless.

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2010 at 4:22 PM

    LOVED the service! A friend watched the twins for me so I could go. I showed her your blog. When I returned home, she talked about what a sparkle you and Andy have in your eyes. So true. Praying for you...
    Love,
    Tricia (and Dwayne)

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  9. UnknownFebruary 25, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    God bless you both and Keeton. We've only met you once, but know our thoughts and prayers are with you each and every day to travel this unknown path. Know that your friends, family (and even strangers like us) love you and know that your faith will strengthen you and guide you through the difficulties. Keeton and our daughter, Nora, are the same age, so if there is ever a time when you would like a play day, we'd be all for it.

    Your neighbors in Christ,

    The Baslers (Amanda, David and Nora)

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2010 at 9:19 AM

    Andy and Patti - My son Brandon shared your website with me, and we have been prayerful for your ordeal for the past few months. May God's Love and Mercy continue to hold you up in the days ahead. You are both amazing people, and I know God's hand is on you. God bless you - Bev Daniels

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