On Christmas night, we got the news that my precious Uncle Bobby had gone to be with the Lord. After spending the day with family, he was called Home for Eternity. As much as we were saddened with this news, I was thrilled thinking of his entrance into Heaven. Uncle Bobby was one of the most precious, selfless, faithful men that I've ever known. He lived his life each and every day to the fullest by giving his life to the Lord. In everything he did, he did it with joy and gladness. So I imagine that when he entered the gates of Heaven, God said to him, "well done, my good and faithful servant"!
Mimi, Karen, Sydni, Maddi and I all made the trip to Baton Rouge to spend several days with all of the family. Mark met us there as well. It was so much fun to be with everyone, despite the sad circumstances. It's been a long time since we've all been together under one roof. I was sad that my kids and Chet didn't get the chance to come meet the rest of the cousins, but hopefully, we can make that happen soon. We spent 3 days there and basically reminisced about the fun times we used to have. We looked at old pictures of us all, laughed at the great memories, and cried tears of sadness realizing that we would not get to hug this sweet man on this side of eternity. As a family, we stood by Aunt Ginny and the girls to let them know that they aren't walking this journey alone. I'm hopeful that we will get our families together in the future more often, spending time making memories together. As Mimi reminded us that Uncle Bobby (during his 1 hour conversation with her just prior to his symptoms starting) made a suggestion that we all get together for a reunion, either this summer or next Christmas. So, in honor of him, I'm putting this on the top of my to-do list for the year!
He died on Jesus' Birthday (Dec 25) and was buried on his 78th Birthday (Dec 30)...I can't think of a more perfect celebration for him to spend his first Eternal birthday with his Maker!
Me, Erin, and Karen...Calvin with the photo bomb in the background!
Mimi and Uncle Charlie
Aunt Ginny, Olivia, Kimby and Carson
Sydni, Davis, and Cooper
Karen, Christy, Treva, Me, Erin, and Kimby
The rest of the gang
Uncle Charlie, Richard and Patti Parolli, Aunt Ginny and Mimi
We went to Chuck's house for a fish fry! Here are Mark, Marshall and Chuck
Cousins Charleigh, Bella, Maddi, and Sydni
Me, Karen, Uncle Charlie, Mark, and Treva
We added Case and Mimi to the picture
I'm glad Chuck could join us for the picture
Uncle Charlie and Mimi at the Funeral
Connie, Chuck and Marshall
Uncle Bobby!!!
The whole family (including some of Aunt Ginny's family)
I love this picture of Christy and Aunt Ginny with Uncle Bobby's picture!
We had a birthday celebration for Uncle Bobby after the service!
Uncle Charlie and Christy
Cousins...missing Chuck!
Uncle Charlie sure does love these 2 girls!!
Sweet Davis joining the picture!
Here are some of the cousins: Cooper, Katie, Davis, Anna, Sydni, Olivia, Maddi, Hudson, Grant, Carson, and Gabe
I love sweet Christy!
Mimi and Aunt Ginny!
Singing Happy Birthday to Uncle Bobby!
