31 December 2006

Pain, No More


Ellicia died today. 3:20 PM. It was a long day, but the end was... peaceful. And heart-wrenching. She was told it was ok to go... but, she's stubborn you know...

She's gone now. No more of the horrible hideous pain... for her.

Rest, in peace, my love... my friend... my companion. I will always love you... and I miss you more than you know. I am so happy you hurt no more, but I am selfish for one last twinkly smile, one last laugh, one last kiss.

You were a beautiful, strong, incredible woman whom I was blessed to know and share some time with. I will miss all that we left undone together, yet I look forward to what will come - one day.

I love you, Ellicia.

02 May 1967 - 31 December 2006

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Anonymous said...

Tears.

Peace to you my friend.

Kat said...

I am so, so sorry... (((hugs)) You are in my prayers... I am so sorry.

Hugs & luv from our family here in Georgia....

*tears here too*

Anonymous said...

Aw, Reid. So sweet. Looks like tears everywhere.

May you feel God's comforting arms surrounding you for the next little while.

auntybrat said...

{{{{{{Reid}}}}}}}}}}} No words...:( Just much love and many prayers from here in Canada.

Stew Magoo said...

So sorry. Very sad. Prayers from Georgia for your family.

Anonymous said...

My prayers and condolences for your loss. Know she's in a better place and watching over you and yours. Keep the Faith.
Respectfully,
RustPicker
Va Beach, VA USA

Madre said...

I've just met you through your blog, but your story has touched my heart. I'm grieving with you.

Household6 said...

Reid you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers. No words can say what I feel.

Anonymous said...

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. I cry with you now but in the future will rejoice at the reunion in heaven when you once again see your beautiful wife. May God hold you tenderly in his arms. I send prayers, hugs and love out to you and your children.
Kim Busch sendcare@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

You're in my thoughts and prayers. You and your family. God bless.

Unknown said...

My Family and I send our deepest condolences. Please take comfort in knowing she is in a better, pain free, place.
Prayers from Virginia Beach,
Boats

Anonymous said...

Death can never take away the love that you shared.She will be with you, always. Love is eternal. God bless you and your children and I pray for your healing.

Rachelle Jones said...

Prayers are with you and the children and her family

Anonymous said...

May it comfort you that

God has led your dear one on, and He could do no wrong.

God bless !


Cynthia

Anonymous said...

My sincerest condolences to you and your family. My family will pray for you during these difficult times. May your beautiful wife rest in peace.

Roman Patrick
San Antonio, Texas

Anonymous said...

I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your children are in my prayers.

T said...

God bless you, Reid and your little girls. May Ellicia rest peacefully in God's arms. She will be with you always.

God bless you for putting your family's pain, suffering, and heartache for the world to feel. You have changed lives for the better.

T.

Anonymous said...

God Bless you and your beautiful family, brother.

Stacy said...

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. Please just know that she is in a much better place and no longer in any pain.

Anonymous said...

Every life is a treasure
Every soulmate a gift
United you shall be again
In heaven


You are in my prayers. *tears & hugs*

Anonymous said...

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you strength. hugs and love Jean and Gary

THIRDWAVEDAVE said...

So sad on this end, SC. Blessings to you and your family.

Anonymous said...

I'm very sory to learn about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family always. May God grant you and yours peace.

Anonymous said...

God Bless.

Anonymous said...

Sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you and your family.

Sarge said...

One night a man had a dream.


He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the LORD.
Across the sky flashed scenes from his life.


For each scene, he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand:
one belonging to him, and the other to the LORD.


When the last scene of his life flashed before him
he looked back, at the footprints in the sand.
He noticed that many times along the path of his life
there was only one set of footprints.


He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times of his life.


This really bothered him and he questioned the LORD about it: "LORD, you said that once I decided to follow you,
you'd walk with me all the way.


But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me."


The LORD replied:


"My son, My precious child, I love you and I would never leave you, During your times of trial and suffering,
when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."


May God bless you

SEAWITCH said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Edward said...

God be with you.

Anonymous said...

You have a beautiful family; your wife will be helping you raise them in ways none of us can understand. I wish you all peace and God's grace in your difficult time.

Kila said...

Very sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers for you and your children. God doesn't make mistakes. It's all part of His plan. May He comfort you. She lives on through us all.

Anonymous said...

May God bless you and your family. Our prayers are with you. Your love and caring for each other is an inspiration to all of us

Anonymous said...

We grieve with you, sir, and my family and I send you our condolences. May your family draw strength from each other and the love you share until the day you are reunited with your wife in that place where no shadows fall.

Jen said...

My prayers are with your family. No words I can offer can possibly comfort, but from your blog, I know that Ellicia was a wonderful woman and her spirit will live in your heart and in the hearts of your children forever.

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Anonymous said...

God Bless your Family.

Anonymous said...

Reid,

1:21 PM, January 28, 1988 I walked through the valley of the shadow of death through which you walked a few hours ago. My prayers are with you.

Be well,
Bob

Anonymous said...

Reid, my prayers are with you in this time of grief, my brother. If you need anything I'm there. If you need help spreading the word on something, let me know. Take care and God bless. I have a strong belief in the eternal nature of marriage and know you will see her again.

Anonymous said...

Thank you for helping us know this beautiful woman. My sincerest condolences for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers, and those of my entire family, are with you.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. May God in Christ comfort you and strengthen you for the journey.

Anonymous said...

Saw on Michelle Malkins' blog about your wifes' passing.

I will pray for an angel to come and be with you and your children during this tough time.

May the Lord bless you and keep you during this time.

From our family to yours...

Unknown said...

SC --

I pray that you are given peace that surpasses all understanding.

God bless you and the children. Ellicia is never far from you.

Our heartfelt condolences,

Andrea / Mark
Radio Patriots

Barb said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, and have to thank you for sharing her picture so that we can know her as you love her. Having your love and the love of her children and other family will keep her alive in your hearts.
{Hugs}

Sue said...

My deepest condolences. She was a beautiful woman both inside and out and I am thankful you shared her story with us. I know, while I have mostly lurked, I have held you both in my heart and prayers.

I am glad she is free of her struggle now, but my heart goes out to you and your little ones.

{{gentle hug}}}

Anonymous said...

Condolences.

Texyank said...

So sorry. Very sad. Prayers from Conroe Texas for your family.

Anonymous said...

My condolences on your immense loss. It is well to grieve in such instances, for if one doesn't grieve for the woman in thier life, they will grieve noone. All is done in God's plan, and He shall bring you the strength to continue in this tangible earth. I pray for you and your family in this time of grief, and I shall pray for your wife. May her sins be forgiven, and she be granted her place in heaven. God bless you.

Anonymous said...

so sorry...
She is an Angel now...

Anonymous said...

Wishing you and your family peace, comfort and strength. May your wife's memory be for a blessing. The pain will get better.

Anonymous said...

Hooah troop.

Prayers are with you and your lovely daughters.

Use her everlasting strength in caring for the family, and for her...

...charlie mike.

Cogito Argentum said...

A big hug for you and your children. You are teaching all of us what Strength is

Anonymous said...

My prayers and condolences for your loss. Stay strong...

Peter said...

Condolences and prayers to your family from mine.

Emancipation of the Freed said...

I have cancer, my wife and I feel your apin and will remember you in our prayers. We have determined to enjoy the good days, endure the bad and just keep going forward. Your marriage is an inspiration, thank you.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharon M

Anonymous said...

Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Our Deapest Sympathy is with you all.

Les & Colleen

Max Conservative said...

I am very sorry for your loss, and I pray that the Lord will turn your grief into fond memories of your wife.

Paragon2Pieces said...

I am sorry for your loss.

CopterDrsWife said...

I am so sorry!!! You and your family are in our prayers.
CopterDrsWife

Fermina Daza said...

Reid ~

All along I've prayed for a miracle for you and your family. Maybe the miracle was the time you were blessed to have with her. I don't know.

Please know that you and the kids have my deepest prayers.

VIPER1 said...

I have no words to bring you comfort or to ease your pain, I can only wish you better times and offer my prayers for you and yours.
Stay strong and know that she is with you always.

RSM said...

much peace to you and your family. I am sorry to have come to know you through this way but am grateful you for what you have shown us.

Anonymous said...

God bless you and your loved ones.
My prayers are with you. I hope you all will soon find some peace to go with the memories of such a beautiful wife and mother.

Anonymous said...

My condolences to you and your family. we too, live on fort eustis. if there's anything i can do to help, i'm here. you can email me anytime - pettengilleric at cox dot net

sincerley,
Liz P.

Anonymous said...

I came across this story from Michelle Malkin, your story moved me to tears and prayers. I extend my condolences and offer you my prayers. "Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
Merciful Lord Jesus, grant them everlasting rest."

vxbush said...

I share your sorrow in this time. Please know that many of us online have heard of her struggle and wish you all of God's peace and comfort in this time.

Anonymous said...

God bless you and your kids. May HIs peace be with you.

Anonymous said...

Sorry, you're going through what I, and I suppose, every decent husband has for their nightmare. May God give you peace and comfort and to your children as well.

LoveMyTanker said...

The thoughts of our family are with you.

Anonymous said...

God Bless you and yours.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. My family is keeping yours in our prayers, and may you and your beautiful children find peace.

Anonymous said...

Life is a gift from God, and to share it with one you love is also a gift. My prayers for you and for your family.

Dan

Anonymous said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm so very sorry for your loss. ((((((((Hugs))))))))))

Anonymous said...

Reid,

'bout 15 years ago my wife passed away at 32 yrs old..

I just want you to know there is peace for you not far down the road, and you really do end up just smiling and remembering the good times... it's hard for a while but not for as long as you might think...

I remember wondering about these things, so I thought I'd give you my experience, and I hope it helps..

Blessings to you and your children

Dave P.
Houston

Anonymous said...

The storm is over and may you find peace in the heavens. My Family and I send our deepest condolences. God Bless.
Amerbadas and Dash1
Norfolk, Va

Anonymous said...

Though we cannot imagine the pain that you and your family are going through,please know that we are praying for you all.

Firehand said...

Damn, guy, my condolences. I've lost a couple of friends to that beast, but I cannot imagine the pain of losing a wife.

For what it's worth, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Paul Evans said...

My wife died in my arms when I was 23 and the following verses provided much comfort...

17 The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. 18 The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34

Anonymous said...

May God bring ease the pain of your loss and bring comfort to your family.

Anonymous said...

A.M.D.G.

May God rest her soul.

Anonymous said...

Reid, I am so terribly sorry. You and your children are in our prayers.

Anonymous said...

Words fail me at times like this, except to say my family and I will remember you, your wife and your girls on our prayers.

JT said...

I'm so very sorry. God bless you and your family, and lend you His strength.

Anonymous said...

Reid - you're in my thoughts and prayers, so too are your children. I'm so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful lady. Please don't hesitate to ask if any of us can help you in any way.

God Bless.

Myra Langerhas said...

Condolences to you my friend. My heart is broken. I wish you all love and comfort.

Anonymous said...

My family sends prayers and condolences from Massachusetts. With God's help, may the new year bring strength, resolve and love to keep your family strong.

Thank you for your service to this great country.

Anonymous said...

May God Bless you and your family. She is with Him now, and her long journey is over. You will be together again.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. May God continue to hold you in the palm of His hand. My prayers are with you and yours.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless her and your family.

Antique Cop said...

May God bless you and comfort you in your loss.

Anonymous said...

Praying for you today. I am a hospice nurse and was a corpsman with the Marines during Vietnam Era. My heart goes out to you at this time and want to thank you for serving our country.

The pain does go away sir. The memories of course do not. It is okay to let the pain go.

Jim Middleton, RN
Glendale, AZ

Anonymous said...

My family will be praying for her and your family today and every day. God Bless You.

Anthony
Manville, NJ

Anonymous said...

Dear Stanleys,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you the strength and hope to carry on in Ellicia's memory and honor.

Thank you for serving our country.

May God bless you all.

The Crane Family
Michigan

Anonymous said...

SPC, my deepest condolences on your loss. May God's love comfort you and may the knowledge that your service and your sacrifice are deeply appreciated bring you solace. From Texas, PG and DTC

Reasa said...

You and your family are in my family's prayer dailey. Our hearts go out to you and yours.

Reasa

Anonymous said...

May God comfort you and your little ones.

Anonymous said...

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

soldierdeb said...

Reid and Family.
My prayers and thoughts are with you

Jesse said...

My condolences to you and your family. May 2007 be a blessing to you all. js

Anonymous said...

You and your family have are deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Sparks, NV

Wendy said...

Reid, I'm so very sorry.

You and your children remain in my prayers.

Anonymous said...

My prayers are with you and your family - may God bless you.
"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid" John 14:27

Anonymous said...

I hope through this time you will find God's comfort - you are not alone.

Unknown said...

Reid,
You and your family are in our prayers she is now free of pain and in God's arms.

Anonymous said...

God bless you--may your wife rest in peace and may God give you the strength to carry on, until the day you two meet again, God bless you.

Fausta said...

My heartfelt condolences

Anonymous said...

I wish I could say something that would help you other than I am so, so sorry. Our family will keep you in our prayers, not only today, but in the weeks and months to come. May God bless you.

Tom said...

God Bless You and Your Family. You are in my prayers.

Tom Zampino

Maggie Goff said...

May God hold you and your children in the palm of His hand and grant you comfort. You now have another contact in Heaven. You are in my prayers.

Anonymous said...

"Precious in the eyes of the Lord is the death of his saints."

May God strengthen you and your family.

Anonymous said...

Oh, Reid. I am so sorry to hear about Ellicia's death. Pain no more for her, but pain just beginning for you. I hope that time will ease the pain, and your memories of happier times together will sustain you.

God bless you all.

Anonymous said...

We lost my sister in '88 to cancer; it's hard to see the suffering, but a relief to know your wife is free of that now. Your pain, too, will end. Like many others, I send my condolences and prayers. Like so many things in life, grief is only for a season. Treasure those daughters and be the strong father they need.

Steve
Riverside, CA

Anonymous said...

Tears. And prayers are being wrapped in hugs and sent your way.
My deepest condolences.

PJ said...

Reid your loss cannot be expressed in words by me. I've followed your story like many others for many months. Please, please let me know if you need anything for yourself or the children. God bless you and the kids and your families and God bless Ellicia.

Sissy said...

I am so, so sorry for your loss. My prayers today are dedicated to you and your children

Anonymous said...

So sorry.

Looks like you have wonderful children who will need you now more than ever.

With time your pain will ease.

Look after yourself Reid.

Best Wishes.

Kasper.

England.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. I truly beleive we will all meet again. I know she is looking down on you and doing her best to guide you during this terrble time. She speaks to your heart. Listen and you will find comfort. My heart and prayers are with you. SA Jane & Paul Bermijo Phx AZ

Anonymous said...

My sincerest condolences to you and your family ~ God Bless

J.D. Long said...

I'm constantly amazed at the lack of ability the English language has to convey sympathy and concern in times of emotional distress. Or maybe it'sd just that so many of us are so very uncomfortable with the idea of loss that our own intellectual abilities fail us during these times.

Not that the distinction matters -- we still hurt, and those around us feel so completely inadequate to emote, assist, or even just "be there" for others.

And while it's unfortuante for me that I have more than a little experience in these areas, I hope this hard-won advice might be of some comfort to you:

1.) She truly is in a better place. There are no tears there; no pain or sorrows, and she'll be waiting for you there. She's happy now.

2.) Don't let Anyone tell you to "move on" or "Get Over it." You never get over it -- you just learn how to live with it a little better each day and adapt.

3.) Don't be afraid to pray. God hears you, and Loves you, and hurts just as much as you do with her passing -- for your sake. He cares, and He will provide for you.

4.) Know that there's literally thousands, even Tens of Thousands of people out here praying for you and your family. Let us know what we can do to help -- we'll be there.

~~John~~

Anonymous said...

May it be of some comfort to you and your family to know that there are more people out here that mourn your loss than you realize! I know... I'm one of them! My deepest sympathies!

Anonymous said...

Why some go forward before us, we never really know. To relieve her pain? To deepen your strength, or ask others to share your burden?

The plan is revealed when we join our loved ones in the next life. Like children, we won't know until then.

Cherish the love you shared. You will relive it in a shining place.

Anonymous said...

My family's prayers are with you and yours today. I share this poem with you to help you through your trial.


"I am standing upon the seashore.
A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until at length she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.

Then someone at my side says, “There, she is gone!”

“Gone where?”

Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast and hull and spar as she was when she left my side, and she is just as able to bear her load of living freight to her destined port.

Her diminished size is in me, not in her. And just at the moment when someone at my side says, “There, she is gone!” there are others watching her coming, and other voices ready to take up the glad shout: “Here she comes!”

And that is dying."


Author--Henry Van Dyke

chrisntx said...

Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. You have went thru much the last year and half. May God's arms enfold you and give you the comfort you deserve.

Anonymous said...

G_d bless you and your family, and may you know peace in the time to come.

I know what it is like to lose someone you care about at this time of year (mine was 26 years ago, this very morning), although, it too was a release from his pain.

{{{{{Reid}}}}}

/Kristen L.

Anonymous said...

My prayers are with you in this time of loss.

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.

Anonymous said...

Warm summer sun, shine kindly here.

Warm southern wind, blow softly here.

Green sod above, lie light, lie light.

Good night, dear Heart,

Good night, good night

Anonymous said...

May God bless you and your cherished memory of Ellicia, and thank you for your service and sacrifice. May she rest in eternal peace.

Robert Stokely
proud dad SGT Mike Stokely
KIA 8/16/05 Yusufiyah IRAQ

Pat in NC said...

May God comfort you and the children and give you the strength you will need in the coming weeks and months.

Anonymous said...

Thoughts and prayers for you and your precious kids.
Shelly
Norman, OK

Anonymous said...

I'm terribly sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute to your wife - someday you'll be joined again.

Anonymous said...

You and your family are in my thoughts today. I wish you peace and comfort, strength and love.
Cindy
Rocklin, CA

Anonymous said...

I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. I pray that God gives you comfort in letting you know how happy your wife is to be with Him. - From someone you don't know but who cares.

Anonymous said...

My sincerest condolences....God bless you and your three beautiful children.

Anonymous said...

Reid,
You don't know me but I am from CJ's blog over at A Soldier's Perspective.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your dear wife. I am praying for you and your family at this time. God Bless You All!!

Unknown said...

I'm so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you at this time...

beadlizard said...

When you turn to tell her something, when you think you hear her laughter, when you see her in your lovely children, when a memory makes you smile, rejoice. These are the gifts she's been able to leave with you.

God bless you all.

Anonymous said...

My condolences on the loss of your wife. May your memories offer you comfort during the times ahead. May she rest in peace.

Anonymous said...

I read about your family on Michelle Malkin's blog and wanted to send you my prayers and condolences. Words cannot express our gratitude for your service. Ellicia is in a better place and is very proud of you guys. Keep the faith.

Unknown said...

I am so sorry and I Pray that you and your family can find comfort

Anonymous said...

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Stay strong soldier. You'll link up again some day.

Until then, Charlie Mike. We need you here.

Anonymous said...

He Only Takes the Best

God saw she was getting tired
And a cure was not to be.
So He put his arms around her
And whispered, "Come with Me."
With Tear filled eyes
We watched her suffer and fade away
Although we loved her deeply,
We could not make her stay.
A Golden Heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands put to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.
(copied)
Rest in peace Ellisa.

DNR said...

I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you and thank you for your service. May God’s peace be with you.

Anonymous said...

Sending my regards from Denver.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry -- many prayers for Ellicia, you, and your children.

Central Massachusetts, USA

Anonymous said...

I just learned of you and your family today on
Michelle Malkin's sight. My heart is filled with
tears for you and your children. How blessed you
are to know that you truly loved and were loved by
a woman of great depth and kindness.

As a person who lost a parent in my teenage years
I always take comfort in the fact that I may have
had my father for a short time but his influence in
my life has lasted a lifetime.

I pray for your children that their mother's nurturing, wisdom, and bravery will take root
and continue to give them strength and good character.

With G-d's love and protection,
Linda Rivera
Malibu, CA

Anonymous said...

I had to say goodbye to the love of my life almost 14 years ago the same way you had to yesterday. She was young, vibrant and full of life.

After reading your goodbye note, a knot formed in my throat and my eyes became wet, very similarly to the times I am reminded of my dear Joan.

My heart breaks for you.

Anonymous said...

Sending prayers and thoughts from Atlanta. Be strong.....

Anonymous said...

That hit me like a ton of bricks! Know I'm thinking of you and your family.

Anonymous said...

May God comfort you & your children. Surely she is in a better place. Be strong my friend...

David M said...

Reid, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Peace be with you and your children.

Anonymous said...

Reid, we are with you in spirit and prayer. You have many shoulders to lean on...

Anonymous said...

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Both of us have witnessed the effects of this terrible disease and know well that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Dliqnt and Smurfette
Patriot Guard Riders
Virginia Beach, Va

Anonymous said...

Words are never enough at times like this. We all share your pain. May God bless you and hold your family close.

Anonymous said...

God Bless.

Sasha said...

Im so sorry for your loss. It's just so unfair.

God bless you and your children.

Anonymous said...

SC, So So Sorry to hear of your lose. I have been following your blog for many months. I had been looking for milblogs. I spent many many hours in your archives and was
glad you decided to return to the states. I know how wonderful it is overseas (my husband is retired Air Force and my son is currently serving) but E would get better care at home. I'm sure it was a hard transition for all tho. Your story is very similiar to Atomictumor.com who lost his wife to a quick illness last month. He also has small children. Maybe you both could help each other. You have been a wonderful husband and father. Thank you for your service.

Anonymous said...

"... joy and sorrow are inseparable. . . together they come and when one sits alone with you . . . remember that the other is asleep upon your bed."

I am so very, very sorry for your loss.

Anonymous said...

Reid - thinking of you & your family today from Wilmington, NC. You are good people & we are praying for you all.

Anonymous said...

I came here following a link from Sgt Hook.
I read all of your archives and want to thank you for sharing your life.
My prayers and condolences to your family.
Cindy
Pinellas Park FL

Anonymous said...

Kevin,and I were very saddened to hear of Leesh's passing. Our thoughts, and prayers are with you and the kids. It's been a long struggle. But, she's at peace. We love you my friend.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Anonymous said...

Wishing you peace that passeth all understanding.

Please know that there are people in Georgia who are thinking of you and your family.

Anonymous said...

God bless your wife and your family.
Sorry for such a loss.

blank said...

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Sunny said...

Reid, I send my deepest sympathy in this most profound and terrible loss. May God bring you comfort.

sh007r said...

Love and prayers to your entire family. No words can describe your hurt, I only pray your memories of the great times you indicated, will comfort you when needed.

Anonymous said...

God Bless you and your family. Ellicia took a part of your heart with her and she left a part of hers with you. You will never really lose her.

You are all in my prayers.

Julie

Anonymous said...

There is nothing I can say that hasn't already been said. I am terribly sorry for you and your family's loss. I lost my dad, and his brother - my uncle, to cancer. They were the ones I admired the most in the family. My pain was terrible, as I know yours must be. But know this: the Lord is with her, watching and keeping her, welcoming her to his side. She is with Him, looking down upon you and your family, keeping watch for you. You will see her again, in the fullness of time. Be strong until then.

Anonymous said...

May your precious memories of your wife and mother forever flood your soul.

Anonymous said...

May God bless you and keep you.

Anonymous said...

*tearful hugs*

And now she rests the finest rest of all
fine and sweet she is now kept
in the folds of God's robe
from there she watches over you and your children
from there God graces her a most smooth peace that only residence with Him can grant
and with all quarrels of will to live and fiery pain that only death could silence now eternally settled
she devotes full time her protection over those she loved more than herself
through my tears of sorrow for losing her, a wife and mother whose voice I never heard
whose kindnesses I personally never felt
but I felt I knew because of her
loving husbands dedication and
abiding faith in their everlasting love
I can take some solace and am quick to say out loud that yes, I feel it
deep and true
she is smiling down on her beautiful children
on her amazing husband
and is rejoicing in her freedom
to spread her wings over all and each of you
bearing the power and strength of God in each arm
and be with you in every moment
of the rest of your land bound lives still amongst the rest of us
and with every flickering reddened leaf
with every bending blade of dewy grass
with every stride of the hawk's cry
with every burble of a content wave touching the sleeping beach
with every whisper of why from your children's lips that finds good the answer the twinkling star in the night does speak
for it is her voice that sings
and so there she will be
forever and until
you each and all join her
safe and bright in the folds
of God's robe

alexa kim

Anonymous said...

Words are pretty inadequate when someone has lost a special person. Our prayers will now be for you and your beautiful children as we know your wife is now with God.

Just know that even in bad times, good things come. Not that this takes away the bad, nothing could but rather that God still has His hand your life and that of your precious children.

Andrea@Sgt and Mrs Hub said...

Reid, our hearts go out to you. We'll be praying the angels will be ministering to you. That God's peace will overwhelm you.

Anonymous said...

I was just reading this yesterday;

"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."

Rev 21.4 (NIV)

May the Lord care for you and your
beautiful family at this sad time.

Anonymous said...

My deepest sympathy to you and your children. I can only imagine the loss and void in your life that you feel right now. I pray that God will give you strength, will and determination to face the days ahead. Be strong for yourself as well as your children. I wish you the best. God Bless.

A fellow Virginian

Anonymous said...

Reid,

I know you hurt and the loss of Ellicia has hurt you and our prayers go towards you and your children. But think of this. Ellicia has gone to the Lord. What better place can she find to live in enternal peace as she awaits you.

ALLONS

dianainsa said...

We are praying for you and your lovely children here in Texas.
We are so very sorry.

Anonymous said...

Deepest sympathy to you and your children (from Boston).

Anonymous said...

Reid,

We just found out...we are so sorry. Ellicia was a wonderful lady and the determination, strength, and grace of the Stanley family has touched us all.

Lots of prayers and cyberhugs for you and the children.

Michelle & Bryan

Unknown said...

May God be with you, Reid. Take care.

Many hugs and good wishes from friends in Texas.

Anonymous said...

Prayers to you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss.

Anonymous said...

God Bless your wife and the rest of your family. And thanks, for everything.

Melissa said...

You and your family have my deepest sympathies.

Anonymous said...

I'm from brazil (please, excuse my poor english). I'd like to say that you gave me the light to see how much i love my wife and i had foned her now just to say that.
I'm sure that you'll find peace in your soul to conduct the life of your children, God bless you all.

Thank you

ma content said...

You and your family will be in our prayers.
There are so many people that care what happens to you; don't be afraid to ask for help.

Dazd said...

My condolences to you and your family. May God be with you now and forever.

Mike Driehorst said...

I am so very sorry for the passing of Ellicia -- for you, your children, your family and friends.

As with the other 199 and more commenters to come, you have all of my prayers, wishes and everything else good I can send your way.

May God be with you and your children and keep watch over you.
Michael

Uncle Mikey said...

God I'm so sorry. I'm trying to keep from bawling like a little kid at my desk right now, God bless you and the kids and let us know how to help.

Anonymous said...

Prayers for comfort for your family will keep coming your way from this stranger. I have been touched and inspired by your wifes grace and bravery. And yours.

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry. I can't tell you the devastation I felt when I read this post. I have been checking back periodically, since reading about you at Michelle Malkin. I guess I had this idea that because we all knew and cared, nothing bad would happen. We do care, even if you don't know us. You and your family are loved. Take care friend.

Anonymous said...

Reid, I just now saw your post. There is solace in knowing that Ellicia's pain is finally over, but I am so very sorry for the pain you and the kids are now enduring. We will be praying for God's peace, comfort, strength and healing for you and the family in the days to come.

Let us know if there is anything at all that we can do for y'all.

--"Lone Star" Kyle

Anonymous said...

You are in my prayers.

Anonymous said...

I don't know you, but I read your story, sir. Your story touched my heart. Your wife is in my deepest prayers.

Anonymous said...

I'm saddend to hear of your wife's death. My family and I are praying for you.

Anonymous said...

The love you share with your dear wife is a forever inspiration and model for me. I will go home and hug my Angel tighter tonight.

My prayers are that God will give you and those beautiful children peace until you are all together again in an earth made new.
Respectfully,
Jim
Collegedale, TN

Army of Mom said...

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.

Virgin Man said...

Feeling your loss. My deepest sympathy!

Anonymous said...

Reid,

We are so sorry for your loss.

You and the children are in our thoughts and prayers.

Hugs from Houston

Anonymous said...

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Mark Soper

elmers brother said...

prayers for you and your family.

Anonymous said...

I don't know you but saw a comment on Smash's blog. I've lost family members to cancer as well. It's a horrible disease that hurts family members as well as the person who has it. I'm very, very sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my prayers.

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