I can’t believe how fast 10 years has gone! I have enjoyed seeing your family grow. There have been so many fun times—sledding down our hill, the girls driving our golf cart, women’s retreats, kids activities, Breakfast in Bethlehem, church planning… too many to list! Pastor Brent, I want to thank-you for helping me through the time leading up to my aunt and dad’s death. You helped me with both eulogies which I could not have done as well without you. I was so surprised when you showed up at my Aunt’s funeral and you didn’t even know her. You did it to support me and I will not forget it. Your visits to the hospital when Dad was near passing and praying with us meant the world to me. At the cemetery you told me how proud you were of me for doing his eulogy. I don’t know if you realize how powerful it was to me to hear my pastor say that. Thank-you for your encouragement—even times when I was not good at accepting it. Laura and girls, you need to know how much we have appreciated the time you have sacrificed with your husband and dad when he has been needed for meetings, appointments and to care, pray and cry for people when needed (after office hours). We remember this the evening Archie passed. Julia, you may not remember or even have known that your birthday party got moved to later in the day so your Mom and Dad could sing at my Father’s funeral. I appreciated the love that it demonstrated to me so thanks Laura and Julia! Your smile is contagious Julia! Paige, I have loved seeing you act in a couple skits. It seemed apparent that you loved it and did a great job! I believe you have many talents such as doing hair, music and art. Develop them! Avery, you are talented academically. I remember reading a story you wrote and I was impressed at your writing skills at a young age. (at old church) Doing French immersion is quite an accomplishment. I have witnessed little glimpses that you girls are all talented musically and artistically—wish I would be around to see more! Most of all, follow the example of your parents of being great loving and caring people. Each person that you influence will be enriched because of your love! My family certainly was.
Love you Shepherd family, Leanne Burwell
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