Monday, June 1, 2009
Arlene, Brian, Ginny, Janice and ALL OF YOU FAMILY MEMBERS IN KY I was so saddened to hear about Uncle Rondal's passing, but, I also know how much he loved Our Lord and what joy he brings into heaven with him as he continues to tell all of his wonderful stories to everyone there just as he did with all of us. I remember when the boys, Chris and Brad, were little, Rondal was at my Mom's visiting us and he was telling the boys stories from when he was a little boy. I never saw two little boys so enraptured as they were while Rondal was sharing his wonderful life with all of us. What a joy and bright light he was to me and to all of us. I never heard him complain, and he was always first to be there in any given situation where help was needed. His love for his family was so precious and I know that I will always cherrish that love. Our last conversation was in January, I had gone to the hospital for a biopsy and happened to dial his number by mistake, but let me tell you, that was the best mistake I ever made. When he heard it was me caling, he sounded so joyful and we had one of the very best conversations we ever had. I am always going to cherrish that because he without knowing it, lifted me up when I was so down and worried, but I never shared with him where I was or what I was doing or anything about the biopsy. Today at church I said a special prayer that God has a wonderful man with him now who has always loved him and now sits with him and shares all his stories that he shared with all of us over the years. Arlene and Brian, I am so sorry that Randy and I are not able to attend the services with all of you, but at this time, that just wasn't possible. Please know though that our hearts and prayers and love are traveling across the miles to reach all of you during this time, and as always. Rondal was a bright star in my life from the time I was little until now. He always made it a point to come see me whenever me or Randy and I or our whole family would come to KY. It was always such a joy to see him and to know how much he loved us all. He was ready to do whatever, whenever for whoever needed him and everyone will miss him very much. I want you all to know that just because we are so far away doesn't mean you can't call on us for love, support or whatever we can give you anytime you need it. Miles are many, but Love stretches across them no matter how many there are. God be with all of you and bring you peace. With All Our Love, Brenda, Randy, Chris, Brad, Michelle and little Wren Parsell
