Sunday, May 24, 2020

He’s gone

Just dropping in today to let you know my brother Roger passed away this morning from Covid-19 around 9:00 central time without regaining consciousness.  My niece called me and then his nurse also called to tell me about his last moments.  I’m so impressed by the care he received from the staff at Methodist Hospital in Omaha.  It’s very hard being the only family member that doesn’t live close by in times like this.

I also want to thank each and every one of you for your prayers and the love you’ve shown to me on my last post. You are all so thoughtful and so very important to me.  I appreciate each of you.

Please continue to pray for his children, Becky, Michael and Terry as they were unable to be with him since he entered the hospital.  Also for my other brother and sister Lynn and Melanie.

We’ve been told there will not be a funeral because of the virus.  Not being able to say goodbyes will be very difficult.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”  Matthew 5:4

Thank you all again and many blessings and much love,
Betsy

40 comments:

  1. my deepest and sincerest sympathies. God bless you all

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  2. I am so sorry to hear this, Betsy. My deepest condolences.

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  3. I’m saddened to hear that your brother lost his battle with the virus. May you and your extended family find peace during this difficult time.

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  4. Betsy, I am so sorry to hear of Rogers death. Very hard to lose a brother. Saying prayers for all of Roger's family during this sad time.

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  5. So sorry for your loss ,this virus is the worst.I have not know any one that has it let alone passed away.
    Its is a ugly time hope that it will be different soon
    Laura

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  6. I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

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  7. I am so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.

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  8. Dearest Betsy, I am sending you a warm, long, heartfelt hug from Dayle and me. I know how hard it was when I lost my dear sister last summer. I am just glad for you and I both that our beloved siblings lived a long life before they were called home. We love you. ((hugs)), Teresa

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  9. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your families.

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  10. This is a war of a different sort dear Betsy.. against a disease that demands all, and then also in war none able to say goodbye. We could have funerals of ten in our shut dowm with strict social distancing.
    I wondered why he wasnt intubated to help with breathing, but maybe facilities not available, or maybe due to other health conditions. My friend's hubby in mid 70s in Scotland was saved by intubation for breathing tube, it was very touch and go..
    I prayed Roger knew the LORD too, as you don't say, and that he felt the presence of the Lord all the way.
    That nurse was wwonderful, I believe these dear ones are here as ministering spirits were in bible times. The Lord raises up such ones in hour of need, praise Him. I was praying every waking moment last night here in Oz, agreeing with all who were praying with you, dearest Betsy, for your precious brother, who was even more precious to the Lord...
    As the wise loving Job said "the LORD gives and the LORD taketh away, blessed be the name of the Lord. In all these things, Job charged not the LORD foolishly."
    God sees what we cannot. As we pray, He works in individuals, families, countries in ways we cannot see, for eternal good.
    May His everlasting arms be under you dear Betsy, and all who loved this dear precious mam.
    The shortest verse in the Bible is "Jesus wept." He weeps. sis, with in your grief. He gets it.
    Prayer hugs, much loving thoughts Shaz in Oz. xx
    {Wonderful Words of Life - Shaz in Oz}
    {Calligraphy Cards - Shaz in Oz}

    "Our Heavenly Father knoweth."
    "He careth for you".

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  11. And suddenly the abstract pandemic becomes very personal...
    Prayers for all.
    I'm so sorry.

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    1. sadly yes some believed it to be a hoax and by the looks of Memorial Day gatherings they still do smh

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  12. I'm so sorry that your brother lost his battle with Covid virus. It's extra sad because you live far from your family and won't be there for a final good-bye.
    Yesterday we received a phone call from my DH's family saying that his brother had died in his sleep. What a shock. We live 1500 miles away so we're in the same situation with any final good-byes. I think an outdoor funeral is planned and it will be "streamed" which I'm not sure exactly how we'll be able to see and follow along but hopefully we'll figure it out. These are difficult times.

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  13. So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and the family.

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  14. I was praying he would come through. I will be praying for you all, especially his children.

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  15. so much has happened since we texted on Wednesday dear Betsy, I care very much about your loss...I will continue to pray for you and yours...that the Lord will comfort you as you mourn...I will listen if and when you want to talk...and I am sending you many hugs

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  16. I am so sorry for your loss.

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  17. Betsy, I have been thinking of you so much today and was wondering how things were going. I am SO sorry to hear of Roger's passing, and I know your grief is overwhelming. My heart truly goes out to you, and you have my deepest sympathy. May the God of all comfort wrap His loving arms around you and hold you extra close.

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  18. Betsy,

    I'll continue to pray for your family.

    The rules for a funeral are pretty strict here in Ohio at the moment. When my Mom passed away a month ago. We were able to have a funeral but we were limited to 10 people at a time during the showing. Less than 20 people at the funeral and just the kids at the cemetery. Everyone was required to wear a mask too.

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  19. Holding you and your family in prayer.

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  20. I am very sorry for your family's loss. I'll pray for God to be with you during these difficult days.

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  21. Oh, Betsy I am so sorry. May his memory be a blessing.

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  22. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending my condolences and prayers to you and your family.

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  23. Dearest Besty, I am so very sorry for your family's loss. I heard the other day that we would all know of someone close to us who would lose someone but I didn't think it could be true. It is truly heartbreaking to know so many are unable to say proper goodbyes to their loved ones. Sending you lots of love and blessings of peace and comfort during this very difficult time. Take care of yourself. Hugs, Tammy

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  24. Oh Betsy, I am very sorry. It is tragic to lose a sibling. This COVID pandemic is so tough on the body. IT is very sad not to have a funeral. I know you love your traditions within the Church. They are a huge comfort. I picture the incense going up as the priest swings it over his casket. Whether or not that actually happens, It is the prayer image I have for you today. Fireman and I prayed for you all many times yesterday. You are loved. You are not alone. We are all still praying for you and the family.

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  25. Betsy, I am so, so sorry for your ;loss. I am praying for all of you. I am behind reading and so just saw that your brother was admitted to the hospital and now is gone. This is a horrible disease, killing so many and yet things have reopened and people are just going about their lives like nothing is happening. Your shawl looks amazing but I think that is not even important anymore. Again, my dear friend my love and thoughts are being sent your way. Stay safe.

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  26. Betsy, I am so very sorry. I have only one brother, who is older, and lives in a different state. I cannot imagine how horrible this is, not to be able to be with him, to say goodby. You have my deepest sympathy. Hugs from WI

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  27. I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts.

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  28. There are no words meaningful enough to express my sorrow for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers, dear sweet friend. ((hugs)). Bless you all. You and I know that death is not the end, that you will see him again in Heaven. I know that is of little comfort right now as you struggle with the deep void of not having him here right now, so I pray that the Holy Spirit will touch all of your hearts and wrap each of you with the peace that only He can give. ((hugs))

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  29. So sorry for your loss. Anne x

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  30. Prayers for you and your family, that you will feel the Lord's comfort even as you mourn.

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  31. Oh, Betsy, I am so very sorry on the loss of your brother. I can only imagine how hard this must be for you and your family without being able to see him or say goodbye or even have a funeral. My prayers are with you and all who mourn his passing.

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  32. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers Betsy.

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  33. Oh dear Betsy! I read on your IG post about your brother. It's such a shocking sad thing to have to go through. I feel so bad for his children and family not being able to be there with him until the end. I am praying for you, and for them. And I am praying for that poor nurse. Bless her heart. I can't imagine how difficult this is for her too. My heart aches with yours. I pray the sweet memories of times spent together in the past comfort your heart. With much love and prayer!!!

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  34. I am so sorry... Sending prayers.

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  35. I am so sorry for your loss dear friend, sincere condolences. You have all been in our prayers and will continue to be. Sending you a hug sister in Christ in the hope that it will help to sustain you. Take care.

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  36. So sorry for your loss. May you feel the comforting love and peace of Jesus surrounding and flowing through you at this time.

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  37. I am truly sorry to hear this. I cannot imagine how you all are feeling. May God bring you all comfort in the way that only he can.
    Laura

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