Marie Lepinay March 13, 1923 - January 22, 2007

My mom, Marie Lepinay, went to be with the Lord this morning at about 7:30am, Monday the 22nd of January.  It is very late and I have much to say in honor of her, but that will be for later. The pictures above were taken this past Christmas Eve, wonderfully, with her husband of 62 years and my dad, Robert L., by her, as well as her 2 children, Denise and myself, our spouses, Debbie and Richard, and all her grandchildren, Michael, Brittany, Victoria, Daniel and Rachel.

Let me just say that truly, the Father's grace is more real than I have ever known, and the thing I dreaded so much for so many years, is.....I dont know how to describe it.....:  His Presence makes her passing a sacred time. 

Thank you for all the love and prayers through the past 15 months.  Truly, as you will hear if you come to the Celebration of Life service Friday morning (11am at New Testament Fellowship, viewing at 6:30pm Thursday evening at Faith Chapel North on Hwy 29), EVERY prayer was answered over the past few months and she 'died in faith', with peace and love all around her. 

Deepest love to you all as well.....

PB

Comments

[Thomas Guidy]

May the sweet spritual embrace of the Lord comfort you and your family. Your mom has been promoted to heaven, she now sings with the angels. No more pain. I will pray that God eases the sorrow of separation for y'all.

Love your Christian Brother

Thomas Guidy

[Stephen & Jennifer Hall]

PB,

We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

[Victoria]

Please know the Black family is praying for you all....we'll see you Thursday evening.

[Chris Dufrene]

PB,
I am there with you. You are in my prayers for sure. Love ya,
C

[becca]

We were sorry to hear of your loss, PB. We'll be praying for you and your family as well.

[Honoray and Anita]

We Love you and uphold you and your entire family in prayer.

[Lara from Birmingham]

Bobby & Debbie, I worked in hospice for over a year and can tell you with certainty that when a Christian dies, it IS a sacred event. That does not invalidate or belittle the pain of your loss! But He is faithful and He is our Comfortor. The same God who welcomed your mom with a kiss and hug, wraps you in His precious Holy Spirit!

[Darren and Heather Fields]

Pastor Bobby,

Darren, Olivia and I are saddened to hear about your mother's passing. Even though she is in such a wonderful place now, it is still difficult for those of you who had to say good bye. Whenever someone passes with so much of lifes' experiences I think a little piece of everybody goes w/ them. Because those are the people that had so much to offer, so much to learn from, so much to teach us.

[Dr. Michael and Rhonda Jones]

My wife and I have been monitoring her progress via your web postings. We have enjoyed watching her bounce back from many difficulties. This is truly a glorious homecoming of a saint of God. Praise His name in everything. Our prayers are with you and your family. God will give grace for the hard place.
In His Name,
Dr. Michael W. and Rhonda Jones
The New Covenant Group

[Jay Moore]

I hate to hear about the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you. JAY

[Vicky]

I am very sorry PB. Though she's with the King it doesn't make our grief hurt any less. Much love to you and the fam. John and I have you in our prayers.

[David Kerr]

Bobby,
My condolences to you and your family. May the God of all comfort be with you all and give you peace. david