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May 4, 2009
MY beautiful mother, Ida Ferguson, passed away on Sunday afternoon (May 3). Mom loved the Lord and had been looking forward to meeting Jesus face to face.
My father passed away in the fall of 1996, and Mom lived for over twelve years as a widow. She kept up a brave front, but her heart longed to be with Dad once again. She just kept waiting until God said ‘Come home.’ Now, she’s with Him and with Dad.
Mom’s gone to her eternal home, but we miss her so very much. Derek and I had moved back to Indiana to see more of Mom and my family. We’ll always be grateful for the memories we’ve stored up in these past months. We loved getting together as a family and singing. One day soon, we’ll all be together again–singing God’s praises.
I’ve spent the day working on a DVD of family memories for this weekend’s service. Those pictures bring joy and bittersweet memories, and I often find myself overwhelmed with laughter mixed with tears.
Mom adoped Derek as her official son, and she loved it when he would visit. You can see how much they adored each other in the photo. It was taken at my sister Marty’s wedding–long before Derek grew his beard. Mom loved him with or without a beard–just as I do.
I’ll be taking a little break from websites and computers to grieve and spend time with family. In the meantime, thanks for your prayers and thoughts. May the Lord bless you all. — Sharon
I’m very sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Derek.
Dear Sharon,
May God’s loving arms enfold you and Derek as you walk and talk with Him in these overwhelming transitional moments. His comfort is the bringer of lasting and true peace. And may your faith continue to grow in leaps and bounds! So be it.
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers, may the peace and comfort of the Lord be with you. And thank you for the great work you and Derek are doing.
God bless you Sharon!
Sharon, I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. I am praying for both you and Derek. There are no words to express how you must feel at this time. when my mom died at 52 and i was 16 so many people would express condolences. i didn’t know how to handle it so i would “sas” back… loosing mommies cuts deep… may the Lord Jesus carry you in His arms.. again I am so sorry. She is helping the Lord prepare a place for you … In His might love, Denise
Sharon, I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. I am praying for both you and Derek. There are no words to express how you must feel at this time. when my mom died at 52 and i was 16 so many people would express condolences. i didn’t know how to handle it so i would “sas” back… loosing mommies cuts deep… may the Lord Jesus carry you in His arms.. again I am so sorry. She is helping the Lord prepare a place for you … In His might love, Denise
Dear, dear Sharon,
Please know that you, Derek and your family are in our prayers.
When I think of you, I think of **HUGS.**
Now I see that you inherited it from your Mother.
May God bless you with a calm heart,
Sue
**HUGS**
Sharon
Know that you and Derek are in our prayers..!
My heart goes out to you in your loss!
God Bless my friend,
Larry Taylor/Arkansas
Thanks to all of you for the kind words and supportive thoughts and prayers. The funeral was so wonderful–filled with memories, tears, and lots of laughter. Mom and Dad taught us to see the joy in all situations. And we did. They’re both with the Lord now. One day, you can all meet them!