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Got some sad news this afternoon
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 7:18 pm
by azsnowman
Sitting here at the house this afternoon when I got the news, a very good friend has passed on
Her name was Billie Valery, age 87 years old. Her and her husband of 70 years were the original members of my church. She was diagnosed with breast cancer, a tumor in her spine. She got up this morning, had her coffee, told her husband Glenn she was going back to bed and the Good Lord called her home. I'm afraid Glenn is going to go within weeks if not days, they NEVER spent ONE night apart in 70 years. Bill, Glenn is the one who was working on my application for the Masons
I know she is in a FAR better place now, sitting with the Lord! God Bless you Billie, I'll miss you!
Dennis
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 7:29 pm
by Miss Mary
That is sad Dennis. And hard to come to terms with. You had no time to say goodbye. Her poor husband! They lived a long happy life together and Billie was called home in such a gentle way Dennis. Hold onto that. Hard I know but take some comfort she didn't linger in a hospice or nursing home, riddled with pain from the cancer.
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 7:30 pm
by Stephanie
I'm sorry to hear about your friend Dennis! At least she went peacefully. She was married to her husband 70 years huh? God Bless them both!
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 7:34 pm
by streetsoldier
Dennis, this is sad news, indeed...I know that she's at peace, and in the presence of Him "to Whom all things are revealed, and from Whom nothing is hidden".
When, in the fullness of time, each of us leaves this rock, we will know how our "little thread" fitted into the Grand Design...how each of us influenced people we never met, things we had no idea of...and all within His plan, in His time.
Therefore, be at peace, as she is...and know that our loss is but temporary.
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 7:39 pm
by azsnowman
Thanks gang, Billie was a VERY special lady, as ornery as all get out. She had a very special place our hearts, she never spoke a bad word towards anyone. I just can't imagine being married for 70 years and NEVER spending ONE night apart! Glenn was the first conductor on the Apache Railway System in McNary Az, they use to haul logs out of the high country eons ago on rail cars, Glenn has some stories that are unbelievable, so did Billie.
Dennis
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 7:42 pm
by mf_dolphin
Our condolences Dennis!
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 8:35 pm
by ColdFront77
My condolences as well, Dennis. May she rest in peace.
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 8:41 pm
by bfez1
So sorry,Dennis to hear about the loss of your dear friend. They were a very "special' couple to be married for 70 years. Quite an achievement.
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 8:42 pm
by weatherlover427
I feel for you and Michelle right now, Dennis. My condolences to you in this tragic time.
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 8:49 pm
by cycloneye
My condolences Dennis.
Posted: Tue Apr 15, 2003 8:59 pm
by Stormsfury
Hello, Dennis. Since my father has had a prior brain tumor (caused by the then discovered lung cancer 2 years ago.). Of course, this strikes a spot in me as well, knowing that she was stricken with cancer and a tumor. I'm so sorry to hear about her passing and the loss of your friend.
Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2003 1:48 am
by vbhoutex
Dennis I know you will go to the Lord in this time of loss for you and Michelle. Don't forget to use your friends too to help you through this rough time. We are all here for you and praying for Bille's family and you and Michelle and Chris.
Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2003 9:18 am
by Amanzi
So sorry to hear of your loss Dennis.
Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2003 9:41 am
by isobar
Sounds like they had a wonderful life together. I pray for her husband: comfort and strength through this difficult time.
Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2003 9:42 am
by azsnowman
Yes indeed, Glenn and Billie were a very special couple, like I've said, I can't even begin to imagine being with someone for 70 YEARS! They were still like a newlywed couple, always holding hands. Talked to Glenn last night for a few minutes, he said in the 70 years they were married that they NEVER had ONE fight, only one *small* arguement in all those years. God sure knew what he was doing when He brought them together didn't He?
Dennis
Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2003 9:46 am
by Lindaloo
My goodness Dennis... does everyone here know how incredibly rare that is for a couple to celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary?!! I find that amazing.
Sorry about Billie Dennis.
Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2003 9:47 am
by Guest
Dennis my condolences to you and Michelle. Your friend found her happiness in life - to be married for 70 years.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Patricia
Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2003 4:54 pm
by JQ Public
So sad to here dennis
Its amazing how much people love eachother...especially older couples that when one passes on the other does soon thereafter. At least they will be together soon enough
My condolences...