We have lost our dear friend, Mr. Bill. Some of you remember this post from last November.
Since that day, Michael has regularly visited Mr. Bill. Sometimes at his home, and sometimes at our nearby hospital, as Mr. Bill has been very sick on and off over the past many months. With every visit, Michael has been happy to spend a couple of hours or more with him. If it was at his home, Michael would take care of all kinds of things around the house for him while he was there. When Michael got home, he would spend a couple of hours, talking and talking to us about Mr. Bill. He so enjoyed his company….his stories….his upbeat attitude, no matter what. He was funny! Michael just adored him. We all did, but Michael certainly spent a lot more time with him, with their visits. They were fast and good friends.
Mr. Bill was finally put into a care facility for good, last week. After a week of being extremely ill, Michael went to spend a couple of hours with him on Sunday afternoon. Mr. Bill was doing rather well that day, considering. But on Monday, he failed quickly, and passed away at midnight.
We are all sad….but only for ourselves. Mr. Bill was ready to go, and be with his Maker. To reunite with his wife. He said as much. And at 96, it was time. He’s been ill for so many months now, and never, ever complained. Always thought more of everyone else. Even when he couldn’t breathe. So we are happy he will suffer no longer. We are happy we do not need to worry if he is alright….comfortable…needs anything….or is having a good day. We need only close our eyes, and speak to him, to ‘check in’ with him. He is finally, and forever, perfectly fine.
He was such a sweet, faithful, compassionate and admirable man. I urge you to read the past post about him, to know the kind of man Jesus is welcoming back home. If you have the time. He was something else, and we will always miss him, but always smile at the memory of him. If you knew him, we think you would too.
If you have a prayer to spare, please say one for the soul of our dear, sweet friend.
I’m so sorry for all of you. I’m praying for everyone involved.
Praying for Mr. Bill and all those who mourn his passing.
I’m so sorry for your loss, I know you will miss him. He surely led a long and blessed life, which was clearly touched by you and your children, and especially Michael. I rejoice with you in knowing he is suffering no more, and enjoying eternal life with his loved ones, and in the arms of GOD!
So sorry to hear about Mr. Bill, I know you all really loved him. I will keep you all and Mr. Bill in my prayers this evening. Love, Shelly