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for Edgar Christian
Beverly Pettway
April 30, 2009
In tribute to my brother-in-law, Edgar:
Today ends the month we lost you one year ago on April 24th - exactly one week from my birthday. The 24th is interestingly the exact date in the month of January four years earlier that we lost your wife, and my sister, Pearline. Though numbers do have meaning, I'm not trying to forge one from this -- just enjoying it in my own mind and heart as a type of connection between the two of you. Your connection in love and marriage meant a lot to me. I was becoming a young lady and I remember when you brought love and security to my sister after previous failed experiences. I appreciated that. I appreciated seeing my sister happy. You were a rock of stability in her life. I was unable to articulate it then, but I saw it and it impacted me. I want to thank you for that in a more public way as this Guest Book closes out. It closes, but the memories remain.
I also want to publicly thank you for another rock of stability you became -- that to my son, Kevin. You stepped up to the plate and, along with my father, filled a vacuum in his life -- that of a father. I will be eternally grateful to you for that. I believe it was part of your purpose in the earth -- part of God's assignment for you. You lovingly and willingly accepted the role and I hope you were aware of the influence and impact it had upon our son, his wife Premala, and our six incredible grandchildren: Chase, Brock, Preya, Ariana, Micaiah, and Reed. They all miss you. The youngest one, Reed Christian, is your namesake. In August 2009, Chase will leave for college as Reed is about to turn a year old. In your sense of humor, I know you would have something unique and funny to say about that.
We love you...we miss you...but we know where you are. Til we meet again --
Your sister-in-law, Beverly
April 28, 2009
Dad, Even though its been a whole year, it still does not seem real that you're no longer here on this side of the Jordan. I still have your phone number programmed on speed dial, I still laugh at your jokes, I still remember -- I'm still encouraged. When I'm tempted to fret that you're not here, I think of the song with the lyrics that say, "If you could see me now, I'm walking streets of gold..." When I think of those things, then I'm okay. I'm okay when I think of you reading your sword and telling me to "wait on Him"...I'm learning to wait upon the Lord, because as Isaiah tells me that they that wait upon the Lord will renew their strength, we will mount up with wings like eagles, we will run and not be weary, we will walk and not faint. It's been a year since you went to sleep and awoke in the presence of our Lord and Savior. Thank you for being a Dad and a friend. Thank you for being real in a culture that devalues men that stand for something. Thank you for being a man of integrity and character who worked hard and played by the rules. I thought it would be easier after a year, it's not -- But this new normal ain't so bad. You have a new grandson -- Reed Christian. We gave him the name Christian for eternal reasons, but mainly so that one day he would ask, "What does my name mean?" When he's old enough and aware enough to ask, we'll be able to tell him that we gave him the name Christian because of the journey of a pilgrim named Edgar Christian who had no middle name and didn't need one. Dad, I like to think of you experiencing joy unspeakable as I type this. Perhaps you're spending eternity reuniting with Nana, maybe your parents, grandparents, maybe with your brothers with whom you loved to hunt and fish. I don't know if you can read this or if it's even important that you see it -- It's cathartic for me nevertheless. I love you. I love the essence of who you are, now more than ever. So with one of my favorite poems, written by an unknown author, I draw this ode to a close -- "We mastered the air, we've conquered the sea, we've annihilated distance and prolonged life, we are still not wise enough to live on this earth without war and without hate. As for Kevin Lamarr Jones, I'm tired of sailing by little boat, far inside the harbor bar, I want to go out where the big ships float, out on the deep where the great ones are. And should my frail craft prove too slight, the waves that sweep those billows o'er, I'd rather go down in a stirring fight than drown to death by the sheltered shore."
Thank you for showing me how to go out where the big ships float!!
In the matchless name of Jesus Christ, I bless you and look forward to spending eternity with you and all of the saints.
Rest in peace.
Kevin
Kevin Jones
June 12, 2008
On behalf of the family of Edgar Christian, we thank God for the many expressions of love and encouragement from so many people who were touched by his life. Despite the sense of loss, we know that he's more alive today than he ever was as a result of being in the presence of the Lord.
TISHA MATTOX
May 22, 2008
I'M STILL BLOWN AWAY WITH THE PASSING OF UNCLE EDGAR.I LIFT MY HEAD TO THE HILLS WHERE ALL MY HELP COMES FROM. ITS GOOD TO KNOW GOD! THE ONLY COMFORT I HAVE IS KNOWING HE KNEW THE COMMANDER OF THE HILLS.
Brenda Curtiss
May 2, 2008
I worked with Ed at Norton Middle School back in the 80s. He was always so helpful with any request and could "fix" just about anything. And, he kept a very clean working environment. My prayers are with the family.
Jerri Jackson-Fowlkes
May 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sister Gail, Sister Kim, Marelle and family. Just know we are here for you. Lawrence, Jerri, Jhamerra and Jasmine
Warren, Kim, Caleb & Daniel Meredith
May 2, 2008
Kevin, Premala & Family:
We wish to express our condolences at the loss of your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love
Timica Waiters
May 1, 2008
Dad, you will forever be miss. You and Mama are back together in God arms. Rest in Peace, I love you.
Your Granddaughter
Sonya Vanarsdale
May 1, 2008
Mr. Christian was my neighbor growing up and he and his wife were always very kind people. I pray that you find comfort in the loving arms of Christ. God bless you all.
Jim Gibboney
May 1, 2008
Pat,
Our condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim Gibboney & Family
Latonia Christian-Burke
May 1, 2008
Uncle Edgar you will be truly missed. I am so glad that I got me a nice strong hug before you left Aunt Lessie's not even a month ago. Family we have to stay strong. We have lost one of our soldiers!!! Family that Pray together stays together. And you now that is what he would have wanted!!! Love Ya'll.
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