Peaceful Homegoing
This morning at 5:45, Mark passed away peacefully. While we are sad to see him leave us, we rejoice that he has now entered into his eternal reward and is with his Savior in heaven.
For the past two days, Mark's breathing was labored. Last night Kris and I sensed that we should stay with him, so we took turns in shifts to sit with him and hold his hand. At around 5:10 this morning, Kris prayed that Mark would go quickly and peacefully and that he would be able to breathe comfortably. Immediately after she prayed, his breathing slowed to a normal rate. It then continued to slow down, and she woke me at 5:30. We sat with him, holding his hands and telling him that we loved him. He then very clearly said, "Love you" two times and stopped breathing.
We are so thankful for God's goodness and mercy in allowing Mark to have comfort and peace in his passing. We thank you all so much for your prayers for Mark and for our family during these days.
Jeff, Kris and I are working on plans for the funeral and will meet with the funeral home later this morning. We expect to post the arrangements later in the day.
For the past two days, Mark's breathing was labored. Last night Kris and I sensed that we should stay with him, so we took turns in shifts to sit with him and hold his hand. At around 5:10 this morning, Kris prayed that Mark would go quickly and peacefully and that he would be able to breathe comfortably. Immediately after she prayed, his breathing slowed to a normal rate. It then continued to slow down, and she woke me at 5:30. We sat with him, holding his hands and telling him that we loved him. He then very clearly said, "Love you" two times and stopped breathing.
We are so thankful for God's goodness and mercy in allowing Mark to have comfort and peace in his passing. We thank you all so much for your prayers for Mark and for our family during these days.
Jeff, Kris and I are working on plans for the funeral and will meet with the funeral home later this morning. We expect to post the arrangements later in the day.
posted by Souderton BIC Church at 9:26 AM
8 Comments:
I am very sad. You are covered and uplifted in prayer.
The Garis family is in my prayers and thoughts. Kathie Shafer
Dear Nan & family, John and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. So glad we had the chance to know and love Mark.
John & Mary Ann Martin
It's just beautiful to read about how tenderly you cared for Mark and how peacefully he could go home to be with the Lord. He was a wonderful man. Thank you all for sharing your lives and your faith. God will carry you through.
Nan, Kris and Jeff - I was praying for all of you this morning. Mark's continual attitude of praise is still foremost in my mind as I remember him! May you feel the Lord's presence enfolding and supporting you. Dianne Malvoso
What a privelage it was to have my life touched by Mark as well as all of you, Nan, Jeff and Kris. He gave me so much encouragement when I needed it most in my own experience with a brain tumor. But his influence, as well as your's Nan began well before that. I am forever grateful for the impact both of you had on my life as well as that of my family. I pray for God's continued blessing on you as you face life ahead of you without Mark.
What a privelage it was to have my life touched by Mark as well as all of you, Nan, Jeff and Kris. He gave me so much encouragement when I needed it most in my own experience with a brain tumor. But his influence, as well as your's Nan began well before that. I am forever grateful for the impact both of you had on my life as well as that of my family. I pray for God's continued blessing on you as you face life ahead of you without Mark.
Jan Turner
Dear Nancy, Kris, and Jeff: We just got word of Mark's decease. He was one of that rare kind of people that made you feel how strong the love of God can shape your heart. We'll be lifting you up in prayer before our Lord. We are thankful to God for letting us meet such wonderful Christians as the Garis familiy. Blessings and consolation may come to you in this time of affliction.
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