Friday, December 2, 2011

More Prayers Needed....

Just a quick plea for prayers.
(I try to keep my blog uplifting so please forgive my lack.) 

Tory's future father in law  (Kenny) has just passed away of a heart attack.
She called me crying uncontrollably
and sounded just like she did when I got the phone call about Chris' dying over in Afghanistan.
Apparently Kenny had a heart attack. She just went hunting with him yesterday morning.

Please, please we need your prayers for this poor little family.
For Tammy his wife,
For his two sons, Danny and Mike,
and for Tory.
Tory was so close to Kenny,
and he was the one who was really helping to hold her up through all of her grief in losing Chris.

I can't begin to imagine his wife's pain in losing her son and now her husband all within three months....
and these boys...
losing their brother and their dad.

I know God doesn't give us more than we can handle,
but I truly am worried for my little one.

Thank you so much!
(For those of you who don't know,
Tory's fiance Chris was killed in Afghanistan Sept. 3rd.
Kenny was Chris' dad.)

I am still taking a break, please forgive!


67 comments:

  1. God bless you all. I am so sorry to hear this - and I will continue to pray for all of you.

    Blessings,
    Darlene

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  2. John'aLee, Of course we're praying!!! May you all feel His Mighty Presence as He holds you in His arms!

    Blessings

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  3. Oh, my.....I am SO sorry to read this. How much grief should one family be expected to bear? My heart goes out to them and I will certainly pray for them and put them on the prayer list at church, too. Can you please email me their last name so I can put it that way on the prayer list? (Also Tory's last name....will put them both on there.)

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  4. Oh my gosh! I will definitely add this family to my prayer list.

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  5. Know that I am holding you and Tory and this family up in prayer. May God hold all of you in the palm of His hand.

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  6. Praying earnestly. I'm so, so sorry.

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  7. I am so sorry to read this. Prayers being said!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  8. Oh no... I am so terribly sorry to hear this... I can't even begin to imagine...

    I'll be praying for Tory and her Chris' family... and you as well, John'aLee!

    God bless you all!

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  9. I'm so sad to hear this. Please know that I'll be praying for your daughter and this family. {{Hugs}}

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  10. It is just so unbelievable, how absolutely tragic. I am shedding tears as I write this. Your poor girl. My prayers are with you from over here in New Zealand

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  11. I can't imagine the pain that the family is going through. Please know that you all will be in my prayers. I will put them on the prayer chain at church.

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  12. Oh John'aLee, Please know that prayers for all are being lifted up as I write this. Gentle Hugs...

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  13. I will of course pray for you, but also enlist the help of one of my "prayer warrior" friends who was a great help to me when my husband died. She says she will pray down Heaven and I believe her. Virtual {{hugs}} from all your quilty friends.

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  14. So sorry to hear of this loss for Tory and Chris' family. I will continue to pray.
    Blessings...

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  15. Chris needed his Dad. I hope they are at peace together. Sending loads of T&P's for those left behind. ((hugs))

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  16. Oh, John'aLee, I am so very sorry to hear this. That poor family, and your dear sweet girl - all of their hearts must be breaking! I will definitely be keeping them in my prayers. And don't worry about responding to this...no need, my sweet friend.

    Many blessings and much love to you all,

    Cyndi

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  17. Oh my word. Will it ever stop? While Chris and Kenny will be together again, it is sure hard on those who love them. Keep the faith. I believe that there is a reason for everything that happens. We just have to be patient to see it. My heart goes out to you all.

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  18. I am so sorry. That is truly tragic. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

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  19. Oh dear Lord. I'm on my knees and sending prayers. I pray that Christ's love will surround all of you and that his Grace will see you all through these difficult days. Let God carry you through. Many blessings and much love.

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  20. Oh my goodness.Sending prayers and blessings your way... I'm so sorry for your loss.
    hugs....and love,
    Deb

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  21. Sending lots and lots of prayers and healing thoughts to everyone. I'm so ready for 2011 to be over - so many challenges for so many. Sigh!

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  22. John'aLee, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs.

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  23. Praying for comfort and strength for all of you.

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  24. Praying for comfort and peace and faith to keep trusting in God's sovereign grace. I'm so sorry.

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  25. I will be praying for all involved--May you feel God's comforting spirit!

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  26. I'm so sorry and will be praying. Prayers are all that will help right now.

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  27. Oh my goodness. I am so sorry. Yes, prayers going up here. Take your time, we are all here when you feel like "talking". I can't believe this. Makes me think of every day a little more. Each day is a gift. I mean, I'm not afraid of dying and when God is ready for me, I'm His... but, my goodness. The thought of so much unfinished business in life... should it be my time tomorrow? Just makes one think. I think if we all learn something from this, we should really pray and think about our own lives and hold our loved ones a little closer. XO

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  28. God bless all of you. I'm so sorry for the grief you are feeling, and the concern for Tory. Grief is such a difficult process. I also imagine the joy of Kenny and his son reunited. My prayers for all of you.

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  29. On my knees sweetheart - I cannot imagine the grief.....

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  30. Prayers and Good Thoughts headed your way for everyone in the family...such a very hard thing for all to deal with! May the Lord hold you all in His hand...

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  31. Chris said ...

    so sorry to hear of this sad, sad news ...

    there is a Maori saying here in New Zealand ...

    that has been used often this year after the

    earthquake in Christchurch in Feb ....

    Kia Kaha .... Stay Strong


    Thinking af you from Downunder.....

    Chris in Wellington ... N.Z.

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  32. How awful...prayers being said for the family and for your Tory..This id heartbreaking...

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  33. omg...how awful! i know what they are going through. i lost my two brothers 5 months apart when they were 15 and 26. both in car accidents. then my dad died 7 months later. it is a lot to wrap your head around in a short time. but eventually the healing starts. my thoughts are with you all. tell tory to stay strong!

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  34. OH my, I can't even think of words to say right now........

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  35. I'm so sorry. Of course, we'll all be praying for everyone involved. Don't feel bad about having to ask for prayers here - we'd rather know and be able to do this small thing than not have a clue. My heart breaks for you. God bless you.

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  36. That is just awful. My heart goes out to all of you - thoughts, prayers and hugs to you all.

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  37. Hi Johna'Lee... You got the prayers from me ... How much more can a family endure... My thoughts and prayers are with them in there time of need... Big Hugs :)

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  38. That poor family...I will keep them and you in my thoughts at this sad time. So near to the holidays too... it is going to be so difficult for them. ((hugs))

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  39. I just cannot imagine that tragedy would hit them again so soon. I am soooo sorry and will be keeping all of you in my prayers. I can understand your concerns for all of them. My heart breaks with the news. Hugs.

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  40. Oh, sweetie....Hold on to the truth of the sovereignty of God. Nothing is happening out of His control. He is with you. Cry out to Him.

    What helps me in times like this is knowing that Jesus wept at the tomb of Lazarus knowing in mere moments, He was going to raise him up from the dead. Jesus knows our grief and is the great comforter.

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  41. Oh my goodness, this is such sad sad news and I feel so sorry for the family. I send my sympathy to all of the family.

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  42. That is so unbelievably sad. Sending you many special prayers for your Families, from across the sea. Sandy.

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  43. I can't think of words to say. This is so big. But I know Who to ask, for comfort for all of you. I'll be earnestly praying for each and every one of you. He is with you - you don't even have to wonder about that. Love and hugs to you.

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  44. Hugs and prayers for you all. I'm so sorry to hear of more saddness and pain for your family.

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  45. I just don't know what to say, I am just so so sad that this could happen to a family already torn apart with grief. Big Hugs Linda xx

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  46. no, no, no My heart breaks, too. This is unbelievably tragic. I'll certainly hold your daughter and Kenny's family in my prayers.

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  47. Oh gosh, I'm so sorry to hear such terrible news. I'll keep everyone in my thoughts and prayers.

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  48. Praying for you all. Tory must have so many questions, well one really...WHY? God, please grant her peace.

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  49. Prayers sent , hugs felt. Endearing and heartfelt wishes for you all to get through this with an understanding that they and he will always be alive in your heart.

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  50. What a nightmare! Prayers of course and thoughts with you all x x

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  51. Oh Johna Lee, I'm praying for your beautiful Tory and her in-laws. You've all suffered so much loss in so short a time. I know you've got a lot of support, but prayers are with you all.

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  52. I am so very sorry to hear this news. Sudden deaths are hard and when they come in pairs it truly doubles or triples the pain. I've been there and can tell you that she will survive but when she comes out on the other side she will be someone new, someone different, someone stronger. She will have a new understanding of loving the people in her life and of her own strength. Right now, though, she will need you more than ever. You take all the break you need and then take a little more. blessings, marlene

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  53. This family has gone through so much! Yes, I will continue to pray for them. This will be a tough holiday season at your house.

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  54. Just heartbreaking... they will all be in my prayers...

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  55. I am sorry that I did not read this sooner. I was just thinking this morning that I hadn't heard anything from you in a long time and went to email you but didn't know the email. I am soooooooooooooo very very sorry to hear this. How much can one family take? My heart goes out to you and your daughter and Kenny's family.

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  56. How are you feeling John'aLee? If you get a few minutes, send me a quick update on all of you. You know I care.
    Love
    Gmama Jane

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  57. Oh, I am so sorry. I am just catching up on my blog reading tonight. What an ordeal this family and your daughter are going through. As a Mom I can only guess the pain you are going through at this time. Sending you healing prayers for strength.
    Ann

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  58. I can't help crying with you. How is it possible to endure so much?! Of course I continue to pray for you all,

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  59. So much sadness. Life is hard. I don't think we realize that until it hits and hits and hits...blessings for you and your family.

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  60. I'm so sorry. I will keep you all in my prayers.
    Take care my friend,
    Love, Brenda

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  61. We will certainly be praying for everyone.Sometimes, there's no way to understand.
    Blessings,
    Linda

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  62. I just found your blog! My heart breaks for Tory and for you as her mom. We will never understand why things like this happen to us. We wish we knew what God's plan is for us. Sometimes all we have is our faith and being able to rely on His for our strength. Praying that our Lord will continue to hold His strong and loving arms around Tory and Chris's family. Praying for you--and strength for you as you hold Tory close.

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  63. A few years ago I went to a sewing and craft show with a friend of mine at the Puyallup Fairgrounds. There was a woman there with a cute booth called the Scrappy Appleyard. I'm assuming that is you? At any rate, I'm so sorry about your daughter and all her loss and pain. I will be praying for her and you (for wisdom to help her through). As a side note I'm doing a Bible Study called Breaking Free by Beth Moore. There's a whole section about the broken hearted and loss...take heart, my friend...God holds all of you solidly in His more than ample arms.

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  64. Just wanted to send you, your famly, Tory and her family-in-law my best wishes for 2012. I hope the year wil bring you comfort and the start of a healing proces.
    Dutch hugs

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  65. Hi John'a Lee, I know the last thing you probably want to read is a Happy New Year wish, but I truly wish you and all your loved ones a happier year than the one just gone. Thinking of you all. Please give Tory a hug from me. Hugs Naomi

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