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Name: Rene Vergara
Date of Birth: February 2, 1947
Place of Birth: Chile
Date of Death: October 11, 2003
Residence at Death: New Braunfels, Texas
Place of Birth: Chile Date of Death: October 11, 2003
Residence at Death: New Braunfels, Texas
Memorial Comment:
This tribute is in memory of our wonderful brother,
he passed away on October 11th, 2003 after battling with soft tissue
sarcoma of the cervical spine.
Rene was an ex-marine that served in Vietnam during 67' thru 69'. He
was a victim of Agent Orange exposure and his cancer was the result from
it.
Rene you meant so much to us, we will never forget you and as I told
you several times while you were still here >>> "someday we will be
reunited again".
You made a difference in this world and touched so many lives, I can't
even begin to tell you!...You will missed enormously but the memories
we have of you will never leave us.
With all of our love,
Estrella, Sam, Alyssa and Kevin Vergara
Memorial Comment: In loving memory of my brother in law Rene Vergara,
who
lost his battle to cancer (soft tissue sarcoma of the
cervical spine)
on October 11th, 2003.
Rene was an ex-marine that served in Vietnam,(Danang) in
67'thru 69',
his cancer was the result from Agent Orange exposure.
Our brother was an extraordinary man and his passing has
left a
void in our life. I was fortunate to be by his side the
last 3 weeks of his life. He was such a positive man with
such a will to survive and not once I heard him complain
about his misfortune. He was told by several doctors that
his prognosis was bleak but he never lost hope....What
truly gives me comfort now, is knowing that he is with the
Lord and all the suffering and wasting
from this horrible disease is finally over.
We will miss you terribly, you were so loved by many and
you made such a difference in my life, as well as
others.
I promised you at your bedside, that we would always be
there for your girls and that we will continue "the family
reunion tradition" that you started. There'll always be a
space for you in our table cause we know that your
spirit will be there.... You are that "angel" that will
look after all of us... If you only knew how many people
you have touched Rene!.
You were a wonderful father, uncle, brother and also
friend
Your memory will live forever in me, but especially when I
see our nation's flag flying, because it will remind me of
a hero that I once knew, someone that fought for our
country and died as a result of his patriotism...
You will never be forgotten my dear Chef!
With much love,
Your sister
Estrella
Rene you meant so much to us, we will never forget you and as I told
you several times while you were still here >>> "someday we will be
reunited again".
You made a difference in this world and touched so many lives, I can't
even begin to tell you!...You will missed enormously but the memories
we have of you will never leave us.
With all of our love,
Estrella, Sam, Alyssa and Kevin Vergara
Memorial Comment: In loving memory of my brother in law Rene Vergara,
who
lost his battle to cancer (soft tissue sarcoma of the
cervical spine)
on October 11th, 2003.
Rene was an ex-marine that served in Vietnam,(Danang) in
67'thru 69',
his cancer was the result from Agent Orange exposure.
Our brother was an extraordinary man and his passing has
left a
void in our life. I was fortunate to be by his side the
last 3 weeks of his life. He was such a positive man with
such a will to survive and not once I heard him complain
about his misfortune. He was told by several doctors that
his prognosis was bleak but he never lost hope....What
truly gives me comfort now, is knowing that he is with the
Lord and all the suffering and wasting
from this horrible disease is finally over.
We will miss you terribly, you were so loved by many and
you made such a difference in my life, as well as
others.
I promised you at your bedside, that we would always be
there for your girls and that we will continue "the family
reunion tradition" that you started. There'll always be a
space for you in our table cause we know that your
spirit will be there.... You are that "angel" that will
look after all of us... If you only knew how many people
you have touched Rene!.
You were a wonderful father, uncle, brother and also
friend
Your memory will live forever in me, but especially when I
see our nation's flag flying, because it will remind me of
a hero that I once knew, someone that fought for our
country and died as a result of his patriotism...
You will never be forgotten my dear Chef!
With much love,
Your sister
Estrella
"SURELY GOODNESS AND MERCY SHALL FOLLOW ME ALL THE
DAYS OF MY LIFE: AND I WILL DWELL IN THE HOUSE OF THE LORD FOREVER"
LOVE,
ALYSSA AND KEVIN VERGARA
Angels
When you were born, an angel smiled,
As you became a child, an angel sat on your shoulder
When you became an adult, an angel held your hand
As you grew old, an angel walked down the road with you,
And, when you died, another angel got their wings.
--Unknown
GOD WAS YOUR CLOSEST FRIEND
by "Randall Beers"
I knew you were hurting although you wouldn t cry,
And could see you were suffering, see the pain in your eye
I wanted to comfort you, to hold you, be with you that day,
You looked so helpless and frail while in bed you did lay.
I watched as you shivered from a new pain,
And wondered how I might have handled the same.
I wanted to scream, to shout, and to yell,
You said you were fine although your skin was so pale.
I knew in my heart your time was near end,
And wished I could take you, your body to mend.
I knew that soon God would be your closest friend,
You told me many times that s how it would end.
I stood there watching as each breath came slow,
And fought to find courage, my emotions were low.
I promised you when the time came that I d not cry,
You never saw my eyes wet, always they were dry.
I held your hand as I silently said goodbye,
And knew in my heart that soon you would die.
I stroked your forehead and said how I loved you,
You nodded and smiled and I knew that you knew.
I no longer care, my tears I can t hide,
And as I stood there waiting for death by your side.
I knew then that God was your closest friend,
You had told me many times that s how it would end.
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!
ESTRELLA
Rene you were such a good person, "such a great dad",
never self-centered, you were caring, generous and so unselfish... We
know you are in a much better place.
We thank you for everything.
Your family that loves You!
"Those who live in the shelter of the most high will find rest in the
shadow of the almighty. This I declare of the Lord. He alone is my
refuge, my place of safety; he is my God and I am trusting him. Psalm
91:1,2"
I see the countless Christmas Trees,
Around the world below,
With tiny lights like Heavens'
stars reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular,
please wipe away that tear,
For I am spending Christmas with
Jesus Christ this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs that
people hold so dear,
But the sounds of music can't
compare with the Christmas choir up here.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.... Looks like you
had the big party this year!:-)
You are greatly missed by all those you touched with your love and
kindness. A day doesn't go by without a thought of you.You were a very
special man, father,uncle, friend and, most of all,"Brother".
You may be gone from this world, but you're in a much better place.I
know your mother was one of the first to greet you with open arms. It's
only been a short while since we lost you, and the hurt is still here,
but your smile and memories are still very warm in our hearts.
Miss you, so much!!! ....Have a Merry Christmas in Heaven!!!
Love,
Sam, Estrella, Alyssa and Kevin Vergara
Well Rene....Today (Feb 2nd) is your 58th birthday!
There has not been a day that has passed since October 11th, 2003 that
we have not thought of you and blown a kiss to you in heaven.
We think of you constantly and begin to smile, remembering what a
blessing you were in our life. I am sorry that you had to experience the
pain that you did but I know that you are in heaven now.... watching over
us.
My dearest Uncle Rene,
May God be with you on your journey throughout your everlasting life.
You will always be remembered in our hearts forever.
with very special love,
Paola, Mark and Valerie McDowell
Memorial Comment: "We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we
believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in
him. According to the Lord's own word, we tell you that we who are
still alive, who are left till the coming of the Lord, will certainly not
precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will come
down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and
with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first.
After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up
together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will
be with the Lord forever. *Therefore encourage each other with these
words.*"
Praise the Lord for He is soon returning to take us all home.
So we will no longer, be here
on earth to Roam.
We will live with Him forever and ever,
We will be with Him in the Heaven above,
For Christ Himself said that He will never,
Leave us or forsake, but show us His unconditional love!!
Memorial Comment: Agent Orange
by Gary Jacobson � 1999
Agent Orange,
Vietnam's sweet revenge.
Wet...
Sticky...
Toxic...
Absorbed into a soldiers
Fighting war politick.
Agent Orange clinging,
Gripping,
Killing,
Forest leaves,
A defoliant sucking the life
That death bereaves.
It kills a forest to kill the foe,
Remember always
You reap what you sow.
Agent Orange impregnates
not only forest leaves,
But to a soldiers long-life
Cleaves.
Agent Orange goes home with him
To plague children unborn,
Embracing his loved ones
With a heritage forsworn.
In pseudo reverence,
Agent Orange has become
His clingstone inheritance.
Agent Orange to a soldier bequeaths
Entwining innocent legacies
Derived from a forests dying.
Can you hear his family crying?
Orange,
Forever sweet fruit implies,
But this deadly condiment
Its name belies.
Sprayed to keep enemies
From hiding in Nam�s jungles therein
,
We paid dearly
This war to win.
Wagering
And staking
Our children�s bright future,
To an unknown darkness
Hanging over us,
Looming over us,
Evermore...like a vulture.
You were such a wonderful part of our family.
You
will *always* remain in our hearts.
We all miss you terribly...You will never be forgotten!!!
This poem is for you!!!
*************************
You Meant So Much
by Cassie Mitchell
*********************************
You meant so much to all of us
You were special and that's no lie
You brightened up the darkest day
And the cloudiest sky
Your smile alone warmed hearts
Your laugh was like music to hear
I would give absolutely anything
To have you well and standing near
Not a second passes
When you're not on our minds
Your love we will never forget
The hurt will ease in time
Many tears I have seen and cried
They have all poured out like rain
I know that you are happy now
And no longer in any pain
Love U,
Sam, Estrella, alyssa and Kevin
A brief moment of darkness
was all that I knew,
before Heaven's Gate
came into my view.
Loved ones and friends
I had missed for many years,
welcomed me with open arms
and many happy tears.
All the hurt, fear and pain
that I have ever known,
is gone from my life,
I am finally home.
I gazed upon the Lord's
sweet smiling face,
and for the first time in my life
I knew and felt His grace.
I know that you miss me,
but please dry your eyes.
I will always be watching and loving you
from my home in the sky.
A cool breeze on your face,
a touch of light rain,
I will send as a reminder
that we will be reunited again.
Life on earth is but one
brief moment in time,
I am finally home,
Eternity is mine.
IT'S BEEN ALMOST A YEAR SINCE YOU LEFT US AND I JUST
WANTED TO SAY THAT "YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN", WE THINK ABOUT YOU
OFTEN AND THE MEMORIES OF YOU, ARE STILL SO FRESH IN OUR MINDS.
WE'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU.
THE VERGARA'S
Dear Rene
I came across this site by chance, and I thought I would add a few
words as well.
I just wanted to say that we think of you often (with love and
gratitude) and we hope that would still be here with us. But you are in a
better place now and someday we'll see you again.
With love
your friends in Miami
THIS WAS WRITTEN REGARDING YOU (BY YOUR LAWYER) ABOUT
2 WEEKS BEFORE YOU DIED!
Rick (the lawyer) is a christian man and he wrote this email to some
members of the church and friends of his!
**********************************************************************
Gentlemen;
As I'm typing this, I'm finding it hard to find the words to convey
my thoughts. I just got off the phone with Ed Copher's wife. She is
flying out to California and had called me because Renee needs more
Bibles. As you know Ed took Renee to see his family probably for the last
time. He told me before he went when he was here at my office to sign
his Will that he couldn't die yet because he has so much work to do.
He said there are too many of his family that don't know Jesus and he
has to go and tell them. He had planned to go to California and then on
to Florida to see his daughters one last time. When Renee was here the
other day he said that the doctors had told him that he had about one
month to live and he should go and see his family. They said that the
progression of paralysis would go from his left side to his right side
and shortly thereafter he would die. At the time in my office his left
side was already mostly paralyzed. Shortly after he got to Cali!
fornia his right side became paralyzed and they don't think that he
will be able to return to Texas before he dies. What is amazing is that
during all of this, the only thing Renee can think about is how many
people he needs to tell about God and how God changed his life. This
man's fire is almost out yet it burns far greater and hotter than I think
mine ever has. Maybe our lesson is that we don't have as much time as
we think to tell everyone we know about God. Maybe, just maybe we need
to start acting like our time has come and we need to go to work to
spread the Word as far as possible before we're gone. Renee has changed
my way of thinking about Christianity and God's love for us, I hope we
don't let him down by not following his example.
In God's love ;
Rick K.
It's been a year (October 11th, 2004) since we lost
you to cancer but we know you are in a better place & no longer
suffering. You are missed & loved so very much.
We want youn to know that you'll never be forgotten!
Your loving family.
The Vergara's in California
Psalm 91
We live within the shadow of the Almighty, sheltered by the God who is
above all gods.
This I declare, that he alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is
my God, and I am trusting him. For he rescues you from every trap and
protects you from the fatal plague. He will shield you with his wings!
They will shelter you. His faithful promises are your armor. Now you
don't need to be afraid of the dark any more, nor fear the dangers of the
day; nor dread the plagues of darkness, nor disasters in the morning.
Though a thousand fall at my side, though ten thousand are dying around
me, the evil will not touch me. I will see how the wicked are punished,
but I will not share it. For Jehovah is my refuge! I choose the God
above all gods to shelter me. How then can evil overtake me or any plague
come near? For he orders his angels to protect you wherever you go.
They will steady you with their hands to keep you from stumbling against
the rocks on the trail. You can safely meet a lion or step on poisonous
snakes, yes, even trample them beneath your feet!
For the Lord says, "Because he loves me, I will rescue him; I will make
him great because he trusts in my name. When he calls on me, I will
answer; I will be with him in trouble and rescue him and honor him. I will
satisfy him with a full life and give him my salvation."
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
My Unknown Care
I know that you are gone
And you are not coming back
But still wish I could of met you
And experience what they had
I know I would have liked you
And we would have got along
Because we have one thing in common
The way we were so strong
I never got to know you
Never got to look you in the eye
But if I could go back in time
I'd stop and tell you hi
Yet I was concentrating
On another part of you
Trying to lift the spirits
Of your hurting nephew
I know that he loved you
Because at times I heard him cry
Telling me how he looked up to you
And didnt want you to die
I know that they still love you
Even now that you are gone
Though they keep their heads held high
And have always stayed strong
I know I have no right to feel
A sadness deep inside
Though I have some regret
Hidden in my mind
You must have been amazing
for them to loving you like they do
I know this because I know them
and they are a part of you.
by Jenn Farrell
Somewhere in my dreams tonight
I'll see you standing there
You look at me with a smile
"Life isn't always fair"
You say you were chosen for his garden
His preciously hand picked bouquet
"God really needed me,
That's why I couldn't stay"
It's said to be that angels
Are sent from above
I've always had my angel
My brother - whose heart was filled with love
Wherever the ocean meets the sky
There will be memories of you and I
When I look up at that sky so blue
All I see are visions of you
"While there's a heart in me, you'll be a part of me."
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
THE VERGARA'S IN CALIFORNIA:-)
Today is your birthday
without candles and cake.
And since you are not with us,
we will not celebrate.
We cannot send you a birthday card,
your hands we cannot touch.
So we ask God to give a message
to the one we love so much.
And grant us one wish
and make it come true.
To have His choir of Angels sing
Happy Birthday to you.
We miss you my Dear Chef!
Estrella, Sam & kids!
Author Unknown
Your voice becomes like an echo in my ear
The air I breathe seems much too heavier
And I could swear, you�re standing near
Seventeen months since you�ve been gone
I knew that God would take you that day,
Your eyes were closed, but you could hear me
With tears in my eyes, I knew what to say
Thru the window the rain was pouring
Almost like a thousand of angels crying
while we said our last goodbyes to you
and watch you, how you were dying
My dear Chef you still live in our hearts
Sometimes I feel like you are calling my name
The memories of you still fresh in our minds
But things will never be the same
Summers will always bring memories of you
Your pictures remind us of those happy times
When you were healthy and full of life
And there were no worries in your mind
We still miss you as much as yesterday
We still wish you were here with all of us
Having some fun, telling us jokes, making the plans
And cooking a storm and making all the fuss!
Someday we�ll see you, there�s no doubt
You�ll come and greet us in heaven�s door
Oh what a feast, someday we�ll have
All reunited with you and the LORD
Till then my Chef�
Written by Estrella
LOVE,
ALYSSA AND KEVIN VERGARA
Angels
When you were born, an angel smiled,
As you became a child, an angel sat on your shoulder
When you became an adult, an angel held your hand
As you grew old, an angel walked down the road with you,
And, when you died, another angel got their wings.
--Unknown
GOD WAS YOUR CLOSEST FRIEND
by "Randall Beers"
I knew you were hurting although you wouldn t cry,
And could see you were suffering, see the pain in your eye
I wanted to comfort you, to hold you, be with you that day,
You looked so helpless and frail while in bed you did lay.
I watched as you shivered from a new pain,
And wondered how I might have handled the same.
I wanted to scream, to shout, and to yell,
You said you were fine although your skin was so pale.
I knew in my heart your time was near end,
And wished I could take you, your body to mend.
I knew that soon God would be your closest friend,
You told me many times that s how it would end.
I stood there watching as each breath came slow,
And fought to find courage, my emotions were low.
I promised you when the time came that I d not cry,
You never saw my eyes wet, always they were dry.
I held your hand as I silently said goodbye,
And knew in my heart that soon you would die.
I stroked your forehead and said how I loved you,
You nodded and smiled and I knew that you knew.
I no longer care, my tears I can t hide,
And as I stood there waiting for death by your side.
I knew then that God was your closest friend,
You had told me many times that s how it would end.
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!
ESTRELLA
Rene you were such a good person, "such a great dad", never self-centered, you were caring, generous and so unselfish... We know you are in a much better place. We thank you for everything.
Your family that loves You!
"Those who live in the shelter of the most high will find rest in the shadow of the almighty. This I declare of the Lord. He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God and I am trusting him. Psalm 91:1,2"
I see the countless Christmas Trees,
Around the world below,
With tiny lights like Heavens'
stars reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular,
please wipe away that tear,
For I am spending Christmas with
Jesus Christ this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs that
people hold so dear,
But the sounds of music can't
compare with the Christmas choir up here.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.... Looks like you had the big party this year!:-)
You are greatly missed by all those you touched with your love and kindness. A day doesn't go by without a thought of you.You were a very special man, father,uncle, friend and, most of all,"Brother". You may be gone from this world, but you're in a much better place.I know your mother was one of the first to greet you with open arms. It's only been a short while since we lost you, and the hurt is still here, but your smile and memories are still very warm in our hearts. Miss you, so much!!! ....Have a Merry Christmas in Heaven!!!
Love,
Sam, Estrella, Alyssa and Kevin Vergara
Well Rene....Today (Feb 2nd) is your 58th birthday! There has not been a day that has passed since October 11th, 2003 that we have not thought of you and blown a kiss to you in heaven. We think of you constantly and begin to smile, remembering what a blessing you were in our life. I am sorry that you had to experience the pain that you did but I know that you are in heaven now.... watching over us.
My dearest Uncle Rene,
May God be with you on your journey throughout your everlasting life. You will always be remembered in our hearts forever. with very special love,
Paola, Mark and Valerie McDowell
Memorial Comment: "We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. According to the Lord's own word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left till the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. *Therefore encourage each other with these words.*"
Praise the Lord for He is soon returning to take us all home.
So we will no longer, be here
on earth to Roam.
We will live with Him forever and ever,
We will be with Him in the Heaven above,
For Christ Himself said that He will never,
Leave us or forsake, but show us His unconditional love!!
Memorial Comment: Agent Orange
by Gary Jacobson � 1999
Agent Orange,
Vietnam's sweet revenge.
Wet...
Sticky...
Toxic...
Absorbed into a soldiers
Fighting war politick.
Agent Orange clinging,
Gripping,
Killing,
Forest leaves,
A defoliant sucking the life
That death bereaves.
It kills a forest to kill the foe,
Remember always
You reap what you sow.
Agent Orange impregnates
not only forest leaves,
But to a soldiers long-life
Cleaves.
Agent Orange goes home with him
To plague children unborn,
Embracing his loved ones
With a heritage forsworn.
In pseudo reverence,
Agent Orange has become
His clingstone inheritance.
Agent Orange to a soldier bequeaths
Entwining innocent legacies
Derived from a forests dying.
Can you hear his family crying?
Orange,
Forever sweet fruit implies,
But this deadly condiment
Its name belies.
Sprayed to keep enemies
From hiding in Nam�s jungles therein
, We paid dearly
This war to win.
Wagering
And staking
Our children�s bright future,
To an unknown darkness
Hanging over us,
Looming over us,
Evermore...like a vulture.
You were such a wonderful part of our family.
You will *always* remain in our hearts.
We all miss you terribly...You will never be forgotten!!!
This poem is for you!!!
*************************
You Meant So Much
by Cassie Mitchell
*********************************
You meant so much to all of us
You were special and that's no lie
You brightened up the darkest day
And the cloudiest sky
Your smile alone warmed hearts
Your laugh was like music to hear
I would give absolutely anything
To have you well and standing near
Not a second passes
When you're not on our minds
Your love we will never forget
The hurt will ease in time
Many tears I have seen and cried
They have all poured out like rain
I know that you are happy now
And no longer in any pain
Love U,
Sam, Estrella, alyssa and Kevin
A brief moment of darkness
was all that I knew,
before Heaven's Gate
came into my view.
Loved ones and friends
I had missed for many years,
welcomed me with open arms
and many happy tears.
All the hurt, fear and pain
that I have ever known,
is gone from my life,
I am finally home.
I gazed upon the Lord's
sweet smiling face,
and for the first time in my life
I knew and felt His grace.
I know that you miss me,
but please dry your eyes.
I will always be watching and loving you
from my home in the sky.
A cool breeze on your face,
a touch of light rain,
I will send as a reminder
that we will be reunited again.
Life on earth is but one
brief moment in time,
I am finally home,
Eternity is mine.
IT'S BEEN ALMOST A YEAR SINCE YOU LEFT US AND I JUST WANTED TO SAY THAT "YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN", WE THINK ABOUT YOU OFTEN AND THE MEMORIES OF YOU, ARE STILL SO FRESH IN OUR MINDS. WE'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU.
THE VERGARA'S
Dear Rene
I came across this site by chance, and I thought I would add a few words as well. I just wanted to say that we think of you often (with love and gratitude) and we hope that would still be here with us. But you are in a better place now and someday we'll see you again.
With love
your friends in Miami
THIS WAS WRITTEN REGARDING YOU (BY YOUR LAWYER) ABOUT 2 WEEKS BEFORE YOU DIED!
Rick (the lawyer) is a christian man and he wrote this email to some members of the church and friends of his!
**********************************************************************
Gentlemen;
As I'm typing this, I'm finding it hard to find the words to convey
my thoughts. I just got off the phone with Ed Copher's wife. She is
flying out to California and had called me because Renee needs more
Bibles. As you know Ed took Renee to see his family probably for the last
time. He told me before he went when he was here at my office to sign
his Will that he couldn't die yet because he has so much work to do.
He said there are too many of his family that don't know Jesus and he
has to go and tell them. He had planned to go to California and then on
to Florida to see his daughters one last time. When Renee was here the
other day he said that the doctors had told him that he had about one
month to live and he should go and see his family. They said that the
progression of paralysis would go from his left side to his right side
and shortly thereafter he would die. At the time in my office his left
side was already mostly paralyzed. Shortly after he got to Cali!
fornia his right side became paralyzed and they don't think that he
will be able to return to Texas before he dies. What is amazing is that
during all of this, the only thing Renee can think about is how many
people he needs to tell about God and how God changed his life. This
man's fire is almost out yet it burns far greater and hotter than I think
mine ever has. Maybe our lesson is that we don't have as much time as
we think to tell everyone we know about God. Maybe, just maybe we need
to start acting like our time has come and we need to go to work to
spread the Word as far as possible before we're gone. Renee has changed
my way of thinking about Christianity and God's love for us, I hope we
don't let him down by not following his example.
In God's love ;
Rick K.
It's been a year (October 11th, 2004) since we lost you to cancer but we know you are in a better place & no longer suffering. You are missed & loved so very much. We want youn to know that you'll never be forgotten!
Your loving family.
The Vergara's in California
Psalm 91
We live within the shadow of the Almighty, sheltered by the God who is
above all gods.
This I declare, that he alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is
my God, and I am trusting him. For he rescues you from every trap and
protects you from the fatal plague. He will shield you with his wings!
They will shelter you. His faithful promises are your armor. Now you
don't need to be afraid of the dark any more, nor fear the dangers of the
day; nor dread the plagues of darkness, nor disasters in the morning.
Though a thousand fall at my side, though ten thousand are dying around
me, the evil will not touch me. I will see how the wicked are punished,
but I will not share it. For Jehovah is my refuge! I choose the God
above all gods to shelter me. How then can evil overtake me or any plague
come near? For he orders his angels to protect you wherever you go.
They will steady you with their hands to keep you from stumbling against
the rocks on the trail. You can safely meet a lion or step on poisonous
snakes, yes, even trample them beneath your feet!
For the Lord says, "Because he loves me, I will rescue him; I will make
him great because he trusts in my name. When he calls on me, I will
answer; I will be with him in trouble and rescue him and honor him. I will
satisfy him with a full life and give him my salvation."
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
My Unknown Care
I know that you are gone
And you are not coming back
But still wish I could of met you
And experience what they had
I know I would have liked you
And we would have got along
Because we have one thing in common
The way we were so strong
I never got to know you
Never got to look you in the eye
But if I could go back in time
I'd stop and tell you hi
Yet I was concentrating
On another part of you
Trying to lift the spirits
Of your hurting nephew
I know that he loved you
Because at times I heard him cry
Telling me how he looked up to you
And didnt want you to die
I know that they still love you
Even now that you are gone
Though they keep their heads held high
And have always stayed strong
I know I have no right to feel
A sadness deep inside
Though I have some regret
Hidden in my mind
You must have been amazing
for them to loving you like they do
I know this because I know them
and they are a part of you.
by Jenn Farrell
Somewhere in my dreams tonight
I'll see you standing there
You look at me with a smile
"Life isn't always fair"
You say you were chosen for his garden
His preciously hand picked bouquet
"God really needed me,
That's why I couldn't stay"
It's said to be that angels
Are sent from above
I've always had my angel
My brother - whose heart was filled with love
Wherever the ocean meets the sky
There will be memories of you and I
When I look up at that sky so blue
All I see are visions of you
"While there's a heart in me, you'll be a part of me."
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
THE VERGARA'S IN CALIFORNIA:-)
Today is your birthday
without candles and cake.
And since you are not with us,
we will not celebrate.
We cannot send you a birthday card,
your hands we cannot touch.
So we ask God to give a message
to the one we love so much.
And grant us one wish
and make it come true.
To have His choir of Angels sing
Happy Birthday to you.
We miss you my Dear Chef!
Estrella, Sam & kids!
Author Unknown
Your voice becomes like an echo in my ear
The air I breathe seems much too heavier
And I could swear, you�re standing near
Seventeen months since you�ve been gone
I knew that God would take you that day,
Your eyes were closed, but you could hear me
With tears in my eyes, I knew what to say
Thru the window the rain was pouring
Almost like a thousand of angels crying
while we said our last goodbyes to you
and watch you, how you were dying
My dear Chef you still live in our hearts
Sometimes I feel like you are calling my name
The memories of you still fresh in our minds
But things will never be the same
Summers will always bring memories of you
Your pictures remind us of those happy times
When you were healthy and full of life
And there were no worries in your mind
We still miss you as much as yesterday
We still wish you were here with all of us
Having some fun, telling us jokes, making the plans
And cooking a storm and making all the fuss!
Someday we�ll see you, there�s no doubt
You�ll come and greet us in heaven�s door
Oh what a feast, someday we�ll have
All reunited with you and the LORD
Till then my Chef�
Written by Estrella
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