Posted on 10/31/2015 1:46:00 PM PDT by rikkir
I would like to request your Prayers and thoughts for myself, and my family for the very unexpected passing of my wife.
Many of you have seen me refer to her as Mrs. Rikkir, but her name was Patsy. She was 55, and mother to one daughter, and Mee Maw to three grandsons.
She was a KY farm girl, who took a stupid NC city boy, and, 29 years ago, pulled him from a self destructive path, and instead gave him a path of love and responsibility.
She was universally loved by almost all who met her. I have fielded messages from hundreds (approx. 400) of people who essentially have said the same thing.
She "mothered" the young ones, and "sistered" the older ones.
We lived several places, and traveled the US as Professional Drivers (Pro Tourists), so the outpouring of love has been from all over the country.
She had some treated hypertension, and treated slight cholesterol increases. She had no other health issues except for being slightly overweight.
She complained Thursday of feeling like she might be coming down with a cold. Went to bed at 5:30 pm to get up in time for her 3rd shift job.
At 7:30 pm she was gone.
I don't go into all this detail for any other reason than to remind all to never waste a second. Don't ever forget to tell those important to you that they ARE! It's the one thing that has helped me more than anything else in this tragedy. We never left anything unsaid between us. We ALWAYS said "I Love You" before one of us left, or one of us went to sleep, and we meant it. We never went to sleep still angry at each other.
She left this place knowing how much I and her family and friends loved her, and for that I am thankful.
I felt it was important to let you, my FRiends know what happened, as I count all of you as friends even though we've never met. I have much more honest, and frank discussion here than I have with most that I see everyday.
Although Patsy wasn't a FReeper, she believed as we do, and laughed countless times at the brilliant Freeper humor.
At this time I ask for an arm to lean on, a shoulder to cry on, an ear to reminisce to, a Prayer for strength, and the continued hope and optimism from Free Republic that will propel me forward.
You have my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved wife Patsy.
What a beautiful tribute to her.
My prayers for the healing of your broken heart.
God calls people home when He feels their work on this earth is done. I know that your heart is aching and you feel incredible pain. You will see her again. In the meantime, cherish the memories. Share your grief and lean on your FRiends and God. Prayers for you and your family.
Bless you and keep you and your family.
In prayer,
the chickensoup
FATHER GOD,
Wrap Your arms of love around Rikkir and his family. Give them supernatural rest and peace in the midst of their grief.
Thank you for Patsy’s life and the love she showed her family and friends. God bless Rikkir for honoring Patsy as wife and mother.
In JESUS name we pray. Amen.
Words fail me. May the peace of God comfort you. Prayers up during this immensely difficult season of life!!
So sorry for your loss, praying for you and yours...
So incredibly sorry about your beloved wife. Many prayers & thoughts your & your family’s way.
Praying for you and yours. God bless. I am so sorry.
Prayers and thoughts for you and your family. Thank you for sharing this, as difficult as it is, so that we can lift you up in prayer.
Hoss
Praying for you right now, Mr. Rikker.
Prayers for you and your family. Your wife sounds like a lovely woman, may she rest in peace.
I am so sorry, and here in California, I lift up my prayers for you in your time of loss.
What a lovely tribute. Prayers for a peace that passes all understanding.
Prayers for strength during this tough time. Condolences. More prayers.
My prayers for comfort and healing from Our Lord who loves you.
I haven’t met you here yet but I will keep you and yours in my prayers. ‘Pod
Love your tagline.
I am so very sorry for your loss and pray that God above holds you close in his mighty arms to give you the strength and comfort you need at this time of deep grief. Your story is one of mutual love, respect and kindness, and I know your Patsy will be missed by all who knew her.
Pinging the Prayer Warriors.....
God Bleess you and your family. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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