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A Tribute to Connor Deal |
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1996 - 2009
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Our friend Lois Rosio Sprague painted this portrait of Connor for us.
A talented artist, Lois has a special ministry for
parents who have lost a child.
Tell a friend. Visit her web site and click Memorials
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On February 17, 2009 our 12 year-old son Connor Lee Deal, died in Children's Medical Center, Dallas, TX. He was much loved and will be missed every single day. Connor was a humble, but gifted singer and artist, with a crack wit that was known to only his closest friends and family. His funeral displayed his artistic abilities (both art and music) and reflected his passion for worship. We are honored to share videos from his funeral with you here. To learn more about how he died, visit his CaringBridge site here.
Click each link and then "Open" if prompted. The Deal family welcomes your comments below and on YouTube.
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Connor's last public "performance" at his 5th grade talent show, Sleepy Hollow Elementary, May, 2008 (age 11). Watch (home video)
We are, also, making available the comments shared by Kent McAllister (Connor's uncle) at the grave side service. Nan and I found great comfort in his words and asked him to share them with others. He wrote this just hours after hearing that Connor had died.
Grave side comments by Kent McAllister (Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
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#1: by Phyllis Russell on 02.25.2009 @ 08:54am CST
What precious, precious memories live in your hearts! He was a young man whose life reflected the love of his God and his family. I pray that God will bless you with Grace and Peace as you learn to walk the paths on earth without Connor's physical presence and that we will all rejoice together when we meet again, in Heaven! |
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#2: by Patti Sikes on 02.25.2009 @ 08:57am CST
Dear friends,
I will continue in my prayers to our Father for each of you, each new day, as time marches on and the memory of your dear son remains...
Ephesians 3:14-21
For this reason, I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with power through His Spirit in the inner man; so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; and that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth,and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fulness of God.
Now to Him who is able to do exceeding abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen." |
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#3: by Amanda Reddick on 02.25.2009 @ 10:12am CST
Ron and Nan,
Thank you for sharing your memories of Connor with us. You are a very special family and Connor was so blessed to have parents like you. I know that you are heartbroken and grieving, but your faith and love for God still shines bright and you are such a wonderful example to the rest of us. Our family is still praying for you and you will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Love,
Ryan and Amanda Reddick |
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#4: by Debbie Frazier on 02.25.2009 @ 10:38am CST
Dear Deal Family,
We do not know you personally, but we have lifted you up in prayer since we became aware of Connor's illness on Tuesday morning of Febrauary 17. You are in our thoughts and prayers even now. May God give you continued grace and strength as you begin the process of grieving and healing through Christ Jesus. "Grief is the absence of the presence of the one we love." We know Connor is with our Lord, but it does not take away our sorrow over no longer seeing him every day. May God be with you, hold you all in the palm of His hand, enfold you in His loving arms and comfort you with peace and joy amidst the loss and suffering you have all endured.
In Christ Jesus,
Debbie Frazier and Family
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#5: by Tammy Bennett on 02.25.2009 @ 10:46am CST
Ron and Nan -
I cannot stop thinking about the AMAZING LETTER that Connor wrote you (Nan)! What a tribute to your love and to what a wonderful mother you are!
I was IGNITED INSIDE to be a mom like you!
I want to ENJOY every single moment with Angelia and listen to every story, give great feedback, and to (prayerfully) have the loving connection with her that you obviously had with Connor and I know you will always have with Braden and Brennan! I will NEVER rush through homework again or work on my laptop when Angelia needs my attention. Never again will I say "Honey, I'll be there in just a minute..." I will be intentional and (Lord willing) never miss a moment - - your example has shown me that the gift of our listening ears, our loving hearts, our affirming smiles and our tender arms are THE GIFTS that kids needs most - they are truly PRICELESS!
Connor knew you ADORED HIM to his very core and that he could always count on you to listen, to give feedback and to protect his dreams and ambitions!
THANK YOU, Nan, for showing me what it looks like to be an EXTRAORDINARY MOM!! Thank you for sharing the letter Connor wrote.
His words will be MY INSPIRATION for the rest of my life!
With much love and CONSTANT PRAYER from Nashville,
Tammy Bennett (AKA "Angelia's Mom") |
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#6: by Marla (Stewart) Truitt on 02.25.2009 @ 10:55am CST
Hello to all of you who are hurting....My heart has been with you from the moment I heard of Connor's illness. I have prayed for you daily and I continue to put the Deal family on my prayer list. Joe and I have a son Connor's age, so I think this has hit me straight to the heart and really I ache for all of you. I have shed tears, and I have felt an emptiness within me that I can't explain. I never met Connor, I have not even been in touch with you, Ron and Nan, since York. But as a parent I want you to know that I am on my knees for you, for your boys and for the rest of your family. I pray that one day God will bring us together just so I can hug your necks and pray with you in person. Until then, please accept my love, my prayers and my tears. I read the grave side message and was so encouraged by his words, he is right...Connor is WHOLE...he is ALIVE and well. I love you all!!! |
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#7: by Mark Watson on 02.25.2009 @ 11:17am CST
Ron, I think you said it best in your Caringbridge note: "This side of heaven we are resolved that we may never know why Connor died at such a young age. We simply trust that God is good. Our family hopes you will, too." I question these kind of things everyday but have to rely on that hope. Thanks for sharing your family with us. We continue to pray for you guys!
Mark and Stacie Watson |
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#8: by Len Ware on 02.25.2009 @ 11:27am CST
I don't know what to say except to remind you of Jesus's words in Matthew 5:4
"Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted."
Len |
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#9: by Valerie on 02.25.2009 @ 12:12pm CST
Hi Ron, Nan, Braden, and Brennan. My husband and I heard about the tragedy that befell your family from a friend of ours in Virginia. Our hearts truly go out to you.
Though we have never met, we have a lot of appreciation for you because your book, Ron, The Smart Stepfamily, has been so helpful to us.
I wanted to send you a link to a wonderful devotional (by Joe Stowell) that I just read today on my lunch break. It applies to all of God's children, but it specifically made me think of you all when I read it. Here's the site: http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/02/25/daily-message.aspx
God bless you.
Valerie |
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#10: by Dan and Beth Qualls on 02.25.2009 @ 12:38pm CST
Ron, Nan and boys:
We know there are no words to say to you at this time. We know your pain, your hurt, and all emotions. Know that many care, cherish the wonderful, wonderful memories you have and trust in God's grace--all together it will carry you through. God is SO good and we do not know his plans, but you know that He is all-knowing. When our Matt died, our youngest son, Jacob was only 2 years old. He was so young and he did not understand death and why Matt had to die. Our simple response was to tell him, "Matt is playing with the angels." Jacob is 7 years old now and now knows Matt died--but he still says, "I bet Matt is having fun playing with the angels."
LITTLE CHILDREN WILL LEAD US-- and so they do. May God comfort you now and in the days to come. We are thinking and praying for you all. We share your pain!! |
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#11: by Kristi Howard on 02.25.2009 @ 12:48pm CST
Ron and Nan,
I was touched deeply while attending Connor's funeral. Such a precious child of God and such a precious family. I was awed by your strength to speak, and your words were so beautiful and from the heart. What an amazing thing that such a tragedy has touched so many people from all over the globe. God is good and He is everywhere. Thank you for your witness. You are an example to us all.
I think of you often, and pray for your family every night when I go to bed and every morning when I wake. My oldest son is only six days from being Connor's age, which strikes a cord in me, and my precious baby Emma had the blessing of being held and sung to by Connor. I will cherish that memory forever.
I know only God's footprints are in the sand as your family walks along the beach with Him through this time.
Blessings,
Kristi |
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#12: by Lori Walle on 02.25.2009 @ 12:56pm CST
Thank you for sharing these pictures with us. Connor had an incredible smile in each one, and it's clear that he was a well loved and happy child. What a gift for a child to grow up in such a loving family. We mourn your loss with you. |
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#13: by Laurie Mount on 02.25.2009 @ 02:07pm CST
Wow! Thank you for sharing these precious things with all of us. What a smile, what a twinkle in those eyes, what a voice for God. For those of us who never knew Conner, your sharing through these last 2 weeks has allowed him to become the young man we will never forget. |
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#14: by Debbie & Chris Jarchow on 02.25.2009 @ 02:44pm CST
Thank you so much for sharing these links. The grave side comments are so wonderful. We love you all very much and will always remember Rachel's "best friend." |
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#15: by Brooke Bidegain on 02.25.2009 @ 03:23pm CST
Thank you for sharing the pictures of Connor's life! I was unable to make it to the celebration of Connor's life, but know that I was thinking of him and of your family. You have no idea what an example you are as parents...thank you! I don't understand the "Why?" and by reading what you have written and your friend Kent McCallister has written I have been able to find some peace in the situation. I only knew you through occasional parent teacher encounters and through your amazing son, and feel so blessed to have been apart of Connor's life. Thank you for sharing the pictures and videos. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Brooke Bidegain |
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#16: by Nancy McKinley on 02.25.2009 @ 03:46pm CST
Dear Deal Family,
Your sweet celebration of Connor's life last Saturday will be a special memory for us all. Thank you so very much for allowing the young people especially to have a way to say goodbye to Conner and to also have the support of their parents during the visitation and service. We all continue to pray for peace beyond understanding, God's peace, to surround you in the days ahead. You are such witnesses to us all and you've shared the precious spirit of Connor and of knowing that God is good, always.
Love in Christ,
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#17: by Deb Cleveland on 02.25.2009 @ 04:09pm CST
Dear Deal Family,
Thank you for sharing the video of Conner and the precious one of him singing. I am so touched by his sweetness and his voice. My heartbreaks for you and the days that you will miss with Conner. However, I have to trust that our Father knows your heartbreak better than anyone and will cradle you for as long as you need. You are in my prayers.
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#18: by jan kelley on 02.25.2009 @ 06:07pm CST
God has given Uncle Kent such a gift of the words that he offered at the services for Conner. These words were meant for Conner's family, but were also a gift to all the ones who love the Deals. Also a gift to those others who have walked this path of losing a child. A beautiful child that was being raised "in the Lord" and that was predicted by the family to be a "light " in this world of darkness. Conner is a brilliant light way before any had ever dreamed he would be. how hard this is! I am so sorry and yet, so thankful that you are not alone in this deep deep grief. Conner obviously is cherished by so very many. What a treasure that is now in Heaven. I love you. |
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#19: by Toi Devin Hunt on 02.25.2009 @ 10:56pm CST
My heart is pierced and for you. I cry for you each time I think of you and while I pray for you. I know the pain you feel and the days ahead can seem oh so dreary and hopeless. I pray that God and Connor light the way for you during those dreary, hopeless days to find a place of peace. My God be with you and the boys, may his loving arms wrap around each of you to protect, comfort and heal each of you.
I wanted so badly to be there for you but knew you would be surrounded by family and friends. If you ever need someone from the outside please, please feel free to contact me. If you need a place to escape away from everyone, let me know.
My love to all of you.
Toi Devin Hunt |
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#20: by Cathy Burns on 02.26.2009 @ 08:23am CST
beautiful voice, clear and strong
beautiful child, son and brother
beautiful heart, kind and pure
beautiful life, gifted and giving
beautiful soul, peaceful and living
May God's peace reign on the Deal family!
Love you sweet friends. |
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#21: by SANDRA NICHOLS on 02.26.2009 @ 10:48am CST
Ron and Nan, Thank you so much for sharing your memories of Connor with each and everyone of us. They are so precious!! Just know that you and the boys are always on my mind and in my heart. I wish I could find the right words to say at a time like this. I love you all so much and I know the days ahead will be long and dreary but remember GOD is right beside you and holding you hand all the way. With all my love Sandra Nichols |
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#22: by Ella Cummins on 02.26.2009 @ 07:48pm CST
It is no wonder that Connor was such a reflection of God. It comes from his family.
Your unselfishness in the midst of great pain was so evident. Connor's celebration of life Saturday and Friday evening was such a beautiful gift you gave to all his little friends. You thought of how difficult this would be for the children, how they would cope and in your unselfishness you provide a way for them to grieve. The scrapbook, the signing messages to him, the children dancing at his service. How big is your heart for the children. Jesus loves the children and it is evident that you also love ALL God's children. Thank you for allowing all of us to be a part of Connor's life and his walk with the Lord. You honored your son with your unselfish gift of sharing Him with us.
Your honor God with your care and concern for the children. |
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#23: by Marsha Hale on 02.28.2009 @ 10:12pm CST
Dear Nan,
I just received word from your mom about the shock of Connor's illness and sudden return to Heaven. God certainly blessed you and Ron by entrusting such a beautiful, talented child into your arms and home. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 says that as we encounter afflictions, God comforts us, and then we are able to encourage others with the comfort that we have received from Him.
From reading the web pages, my heart can hear you say, "Thank you, Jesus, for letting us keep him as long as You did." Your tributes to Connor were beautiful and inspiring. Please be assured of my thoughts and prayers.
In Christ's Love,
Marsha Hale
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#24: by Paula Bisacre on 02.28.2009 @ 10:22pm CST
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing your tribute and personal messages. May God Bless all of you at this difficult time and always.
Paula Bisacre |
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#25: by Rose Gleason on 03.02.2009 @ 01:04pm CST
I was very touched by Connor's singing and the wonderful life that he lived. I didn't know Connor but learned from Kirk Weaver at Family Time Training of your wonderful son. I pray that God's peace will comfort you each and everyday. Connor is now singing with Jesus and rejoicing with all the angels singing "Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty". May the Lord comfort you by his word and his love.
Rose Gleason |
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#26: by David Dunn, Marriage Network Oklahoma on 03.02.2009 @ 03:08pm CST
Dear Deal Family,
I don't know you, only your excellent reputation. But, I do have a 12-year-old son, Jonathan. As a father, I love that boy. So, I can somewhat imagine your pain and somewhat feel your grief. Also, my niece, Whitney, died at age 6 due to a inoperable brain tumor which was diagnosed at age 5, so, in your grief, I feel like I've been here before.
As your brother in Christ, I much appreciate the response of the Body of Christ in Amarillo and nationwide to your loss of Connor.
Like you, I don't understand why God would allow Connor to die at such a young age. But, I, too, choose to believe that God is good.
With you, I can, perhaps, only say ... "When we all get to heaven, what a day of rejoicing that will be."
May this hymn and thought be of some comfort for your family in the days and years ahead.
Be sure in your pain that you all move toward each other rather than away, which can be easy to do.
Love in Christ, David |
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#27: by Tim Johnson on 03.02.2009 @ 06:48pm CST
Ron and Nan,
We're saddened by your loss, but know the God of all comfort is enveloping you at this time.
We'll keep you in our prayers.
In His Mercies,
Tim and Cindy Johnson |
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#28: by Jana Melton on 03.02.2009 @ 07:40pm CST
Ron, Nan, and boys,
You are in my thoughts daily!!! I to have lost a son and it is hard. But just trust in the Lord and he will get you through!! There will be things several years from now that will bring up the sad feelings but at that time you know that Conner is happy with the Lord. And we will all be there with him one of these days. I will always feel a special place in my heart for you all. |
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#29: by Janice Love on 03.02.2009 @ 07:59pm CST
We are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God is able. |
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#30: by Tim Hoelle on 03.02.2009 @ 08:00pm CST
Thank you so much for sharing these few moments of God's precious child Connor - it is truly a praise to God. And it's encouraging that you also share what was so obviously your loving and awesome stewardship of this gift from God. I'm sure the time was far shorter than you would have desired, but God's timing is perfect and sure.
You've touched many and been God's blessing through the ministry He's given to you - I pray that many will be God's ministry to you during this time. |
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#31: by JJ on 03.02.2009 @ 08:44pm CST
Your ministry has made such a difference in so many lives. I pray that your willingness to share these precious moments of Connor will be a blessing to many and soften the hearts of others. Many continued prayers will be with you. |
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#32: by Heidi Scheibner on 03.02.2009 @ 08:44pm CST
Thank you for sharing Connor with all of us. May God shower you with His comfort and mercy!
HUGS AND BLESSINGS |
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#33: by Cindy Thienes on 03.02.2009 @ 10:03pm CST
Thank you for sharing the personal, sensitive story about Connor's illness and passing. We will be praying your family continues to find strength in the Lord. He will reveal His plans in His time.
Ron, your ministry has meant so much to us and the blended families we minister to. We will pray for your family when we meet in our small group this Wed night. |
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#34: by Megan Williams on 03.02.2009 @ 10:12pm CST
My heart goes out to you all and you are in my prayers. I think my own words could not comfort as much as these words, if I may quote John Piper?
"This seemed so preventable. By God and Man. Yes. So easy. But neither man nor God prevented this. Man, because he did not know it was happening. God, because he has his wise and loving reasons that we wait to learn with tears and trust".
God loves you all so much. Bless you and thank you for glorifying our Father through your tears and heartbreak. Praise be to God Almighty! |
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#35: by Mike Sutton on 03.02.2009 @ 11:14pm CST
Dear Ron,
The pain you must feel at the loss of such a beautiful boy I cannot imagine, I am truly sorry.
Your sharing of Conner is of absolute encouragement and I thank you for that. I have not lost my son, but sometimes feel like I have since his mother and I divorced some 4-years ago. I was forever involved in his life and the picture of you and Conner sleeping together absolutely tore my heart into as this was my son and I before the divorce.
Samuel, my son, lives with his mother in Little Rock (I am in NW Arkansas) and everyday we are apart feels empty and numb without getting to watch him grow up and hanging out with him everyday like I used to do. I thank you for sharing your precious son's LIFE and your life (as a dad) with him. Albeit I cannot stop crying for you, I am moved closer to God in my own pain by your' sharing of Conner's life.
May God bless you and those closest to Conner during this time....thank you again Ron...he was truly and obviously a precious boy!
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#36: by Rene Leon on 03.03.2009 @ 12:18am CST
Nothing can take the longing away to have Connor with you right now. Words may seem empty, but know God is with you every step of the way. He will never leave you nor forsake you. My prayers are with you
(My son's name is also Connor born in July 1996.) |
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#37: by Tosha Burkley on 03.03.2009 @ 06:06am CST
What an absolutely incredible tribute to Connor's life and to give God the glory what He gives and takes away amidst what we dont understand on this earth. I was so deeply touched by all that you transparently revealed. I have a 12 year old son and a 9 year old daughter. And its good to be reminded that they are a gift from Him, but indeed we dont know for how long. We must live each day as if its our last, because it might be. Thank you for sharing your story. My prayers will be with you and your family. |
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#38: by Linda Thomas on 03.03.2009 @ 07:40am CST
Dear Ron and family,
I am so devastated by your loss. My heart aches for your family and my prayers will remain with you for a long time to come!!!My husband and I attended your conference in Louisville, KY, in Dec. 2003. You have been an on-going source of inspiration for our family. You even personally replied to an email 'cry for help' in June 2004, with godly wisdom that continues to minister to us. Your son's brief stay on this earth was obviously FULL OF JOY and will have a great impact on others for years to come. I'm sure heaven looks more desirable than ever and praise GOD that you WILL be reunited again. God wrote this verse on my heart for our family.. and I'd like to share it with you:
They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the DISPLAY OF HIS SPLENDOR. Is 61:3 ~ your family is most certainly a DISPLAY OF HIS SPLENDOR, as was your son, Connor.
trusting His goodness ~
Linda Thomas
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#39: by chris condit on 03.03.2009 @ 08:50am CST
Hello Deal family,
Just wanted you to know you have been in our thoughts and prayers over the past few weeks. My daughter (Mykayla Condit) was in Conner's ALT class, and as one of the student pastor's at Hillside, his death effected many of our students. Your example thru all of this is a tribute to the faith you have in God. God bless.
Chris |
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#40: by Donald Hart on 03.03.2009 @ 10:11am CST
Dear Ron,
In the middle of a bussy moring I red your email and was stunned to find out about your son Connor. The pictures alone are telling as tothe kind of by he was.
After having done several funerals for children I have an appriciation for what parents go through at the death of a child. I say apprciate because i can not possibly know the emotional heart break you and your family are experiencing at this time.
It will be a blessing to lift up the Deal family in prayer in this time of berevement.
May the Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face to shine upon you; the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace (Numbers 6:24-26) |
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#41: by Janet Moore on 03.03.2009 @ 10:29am CST
Ron, Nan and family,
I sit here in tears knowing how painful your loss is despite my joy in celebrating my 2 year anniversary of remarriage and stepparenting today. God is good, all the time.I was just reading the last webpage and links from your site on Sun, gleaming much strength and support for this journey. Thank you for the lives you continue to touch. Connor died on my birthday.His video is continuing to minister as you have. As a widow of teens I know the inside of grief and the grief of the children also. I create memorials with preserved flowers in my business and know the younger the child the harder the loss seems to be. I keep folders for the Griefshare program and daily emails to pass on to my grieving customers as well. As you praise and worship know that Connor sings along in the presence of our Loving God.
Bless you all,
Janet |
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#42: by Phyllis Cheatham on 03.03.2009 @ 10:59am CST
Ron & Nan,
We don't know each other, but I am sobbing as I read about Connor, and your loss of him, and how abruptly your lives are changed forever. It was just January 30/31 that my husband and I sat in your seminar at Friendswood Community Church. You just don't know what a help and relief you were to me as a new step-mom of teenagers (who had lost their mom suddenly to a brain tumor). As your brother and sister in Christ, so personally touched by your capacity to empathize and care for others in their pain, Mike and I take your pain personally and carry you to the Father with our prayers.
Mike & Phyllis Cheatham |
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#43: by Terri P. Smith on 03.03.2009 @ 11:40am CST
Ron & Nan,
Thank you for sharing your son Connor's life in the manner you did. What a blessing and joy he must have been to you and your children. May you feel the outpouring of the Lord's love for you through the peace and comfort that comes through the quiet whisperings of the Holy Ghost as well as through the love and support of family and friends.
Terri Smith |
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#44: by Paul and Jill Turkin on 03.03.2009 @ 11:48am CST
Dear Deal family,
We were so terribly sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Though we have never met, we have been greatly encouraged by your book and newsletter and have used these resources to encourage many others through our church's stepfamily ministry.
Though my intention was to now encourage you as you have encouraged us, I am simply at a loss for words when thinking of the heartache you are all experiencing. I suppose only to say that the Light exists, even in times of such extreme darkenss that we cannot see it. My prayer for you is that each of you will be able to continue to see His light and feel the warmth of His comfort even during this very dark time. Our prayers are with you.
Paul and Jill Turkin |
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#45: by Forrest and Beth Mora on 03.03.2009 @ 02:32pm CST
Dear Ron, Nan and family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.Thank you for sharing your son's wondersful giftings with us.
With much love,
Forrest and Beth Mora
Directors of the Green Valley Church Marriage Ministry, Placerville CA
(We had the priviledge of meeting you Ron and a conference and you have blessed us with your insights to step families) |
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#46: by Rod and Gabi Stodghill on 03.03.2009 @ 02:34pm CST
Words cannot convey what Gabi and I are feeling for you both. You and your family are in our prayers. Thank you for celebrating Connor's life. You are showing us how to face our pain. A humble and terrified thank you (tempered with worship).
Anything, please ask!
Rod and Gabi Stodghill
Concord Church, Dallas, Texas |
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#47: by Kathy Howey on 03.03.2009 @ 05:49pm CST
Dear Deal family,
Our pastor just used some of your info. in a sermon a few weeks ago and then we learned of your incredibly sad loss of Connor. I watched his tribute and song he sung at the Christmas play and am praying lots for you. I also have a beloved son (Nathan) in heaven. Though they are so happy, our hearts grieve for them. I pray for our LORD's loving arms to surround you and fill you with the sure knowledge that you will soon see Connor again. May you sense His presence more than ever now. Lots of hugs and love,
Kathy Howey |
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#48: by Rebecca on 03.03.2009 @ 07:21pm CST
As a new person to your ministry, I still want to express my condolences for your loss. May you experience God's presence in a new way through the heartbreak. Again, I am sorry for your loss. God bless and keep you. |
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#49: by Claire Wells on 03.03.2009 @ 09:03pm CST
Dear Deal family,
I just wanted to say that you are all amazing people. I know it's impossible to foreget Connor and all the awesome memories of him. He was my best friend. I can't wait for the day when all of us can be with him again. Don't think of it as one less person on Earth or in your family. Think of it as one MORE person praising God in heaven. Bless you! |
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#50: by Pastors Ivan & Edna Garcia on 03.03.2009 @ 10:09pm CST
Deal family,
We want to let you guys know that during this hard times you can count with our prayers. We believe that the holy spirit will give you the strenght needed to surpass this difficult times. Always remember that you are a destend family of God.
God bless you,
Pastors Ivan & Edna Garcia
Centro de la Familia Cristiana
4365 Kennedy Avenue
Orlando, FL. 32812 |
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