Thursday, November 15, 2007

Farewell Penny Cherry


Wednesday, Nov. 7th, Mike's mom, Penny Cherry, passed away from complications to heart failure. As Mike's sister, Kristi, said, "We're happy when we think of her, but we're sad when we think of us." The pain of separation is hard, but we are glad she has been righteous and there is no question about her salvation. She touched more people than most people I've met. Hundreds of people came to her funeral and many told the family it was the best service that they had been to. I'm sure a lot of it is because they all had so much love for such a wonderful person. And then another big part of it is because of the doctrine that was taught. There were many powerful messages shared. If anyone wants to check out in a little more detail things that have happened, check out pennycherry.blogspot.com.

11 comments:

Lisa said...

I'm so sorry Natalie, let me know if there is anything I can do for you guys. Beautiful picture, I can really feel your love for her.

Andrea said...

I was so sorry to hear about Mike's Mom. Your Dad interviewed me last Sunday for my temple recommend and told me. I was able to meet her a couple of times for your bridal shower and wedding reception and she was a very sweet and kind lady. Our thoughts are with you guys.

kesli said...

Ryan and I want to send our love and prayers for you and your family.

Mark said...

I am so sorry and hope Mike is handling everything OK. She sounds like a beautiful and remarkable lady. I am so grateful for the knowledge the gospel gives us about eternal lives and families.
jenny

Anonymous said...

We want to send our love too! She sounds like such a neat lady. We would love to help out any way we can.

Jill said...

I'm so sorry about Mike's mom! But I'm glad you were able to be there and have closure and remember the Plan of Salvation; it helps, doesn't it? Let me know if I can do anything for you!

Sam Rushforth Taggart said...

Sending our love and prayers to your family at this difficult time. Sounds like she was a pretty great lady. Reminds me of how incredibly blessed we are to know that we can be with loved ones after this life. Love you guys! :)

Ben and Keenan said...

Hey, sorry to hear about the passing of you mother. Hope you guys are doing well. Email me when you have a chance and include your snail mail address so we can send you a Christmas card. Benjamoni

Phil said...

I really liked this post natalie. thanks for the message! We love you guys and hope all is well. Love, Phil and Noelle

Kim said...

So sorry to hear about your loss. It is such a blessing to have the gospel to know that we can be with our loved ones again!

Lila said...

Wow! I fell terrible that the first I heard of this was your Holiday newslatter. I am sorry to be so out of touch. Thanks for the newsletter and our hearts go out to you and Mike and his family. What a hard holiday season. I am so greatful for the knowledge that we have about the Father's plan for us so that we may experience comfort during these times on earth. Our love to you...love, lila and family