It is with much sadness that I post this entry. Larry passed away at 9:30 this evening and it was a very peaceful passage. He is no longer in pain and for that we are so thankful.
Please continue to keep us in your prayers. The upcoming days and months will certainly be difficult as we learn to live without Larry.
With much love,
Terri and family
9 comments:
Terri, Josh & Justin,
I am truly sorry for your loss. No words can express how heartbroken I am for you all. I pray that in Christ's love and the outreach of his disciples you will find the comfort you need.
I want you to know that the blog postings you journaled have not only given me a deeper appreciation for the time I have with my family, but have also caused me to re-examine my faith and my relationship with Christ. You have been ministering to us through this process.
I offer you my condolences with my most heartfelt love and respect.
David Frazier
Terri, Josh and Justin,
We have all lost a dear friend on this earth. None of us can fully feel the loss that the three of you do at this time, however. So, if it is any comfort, please know that there are scores of people praying very hard for each of you right now.
I though Larry and I would end up sitting on the porch of a nursing home some day talking about the good old days. He will obviously be spared from that!
Larry has been a friend since I was a teenager. I cherish his friendship and the countless memories associated with it. I will miss him, but look forward to seeing him again in heaven.
God bless each of you.
John Vernon
Terri, I cannot even begin to imagine what you are feeling now. Larry was such an uplifting, positive, encouraging person. He will be missed greatly. I am reminded of the words of an old song our parents used to sing: "The steadfast love of the Lord never changes, His mercies never come to an end. They are new every morning, new EVERY morning; Great is thy faithfulness oh Lord, GREAT is thy faithfulness!" Lean into that love for it is sure. We love you and will be praying for you and the boys in these days to come.
Tim & Patti
Terri, Josh, & Justin,
We love you all and have been and will continue to lift you all in prayer. Love you. Kim & Michael
Terri, Josh, Justin and family -
I wish I had the right words to say, but for now I'll just say that we're sorry for your loss and know that we'll be praying for you. We love you all so much and we will miss Larry very much!
Holly & David Winslow
Terri,
Even through his illness, Larry has had such a positive impact on so many people. His friendship and influence on me as a teenager and young adult is something that I will always cherish.
Michelle, the kids and I continue to pray for you and the boys.
Love, Jody
Terri, Josh & Justin,
I am very sorry. Even though I didn't know Larry very long, he quickly became a good friend. It is an honor to walk through all of these difficult days with your family. I and my family are praying for you.
With the love of Jesus,
Andrew Castle
Terri,
I was so sad to hear the news this morning. I am so sorry for your loss. You and the boys continue to be lifted up in prayer for comfort, peace and His strength. It's incredible what an impact Larry has had on so many people. What a huge testament to his life here on earth. I will always remember Larry’s smile and how he was always so enthusiastic about life. Thank you for all of your blogs. It is so apparent that your faith is carrying you all through this difficult time as you’ve stayed so positive throughout Larry’s illness. It has been a great witness to me. Please let me know if I can do anything for you.
Robyn Klass
Terri,
Mom called this morning with the news, and thoughts of your wonderful husband flooded my head. So I thought I would share.
I remember so many years of our annual trip to Jamaica, it seemed as if Larry just bloomed there.
I remember sitting on the beach making fun of his feet, and him making fun of mine.
I remember the look of pure delight on his face, while dumping nasty stuff on peoples heads during Kangaroo Court at Myrtle Beach.
I remember him praying with young guys at the front after a youth service.
He was always the first one there and the last one to leave on any church event.
I always thought that you all were supposed to be together, I mean your names rhymed for crying out loud. I always thought you were like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, just was really good together.
I remember your little gray house off of Oakview, that door was always open to whoever needed to stay, talk, cry, or laugh. That's where I came the night before my first date with Jay. Larry gave me some words of wisdom that I will never tell, they seemed to work!!
Larry's smile was always present, even in Jamaica when they would always search his bag just a little longer than all the rest.
He was a great friend to all the Coates Klan, I always felt like he had my Daddy's back in any situation.
I remember him "flying" in the Christmas program, and thinking he is crazy.
The biggest thing I remember is that he loved you, I can remember him hugging on you and you giving that little Terri smile.
At the end of the day Terri will always rhyme with Larry,and peanut butter will always taste better with jelly. You were loved by a good man Mrs. Payne, and are loved by the Coates family......
hugs and kisses, Krista
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