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for Robert Wagner
Brian Woolsey
September 10, 2005
I lost a good friend and mentor when Bob moved on up. Often he gave a word of encouragement, sometimes a bit of advice about our family. Our boys grew up with a special uncle, a part of the family and Bob's camping trips and hunting opportunities were a blessing. I know the boys and even my daughter would have an exciting time with him and his family so many times. Truely a part of a larger Christian family that lived out the loving ideals that Jesus intended for each of His family. In Bob's passing, he has received a new home and new body without pain. We believe to be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord Jesus. I expect he is watching over us still as a special friend of the family now. Bless each one of his family left behind.
Love,
Cathy & Ron Bell
September 5, 2005
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family Bob leaves behind. But, we know you are at peace with Bob parting here to go to be with Our Sweet Lord Jesus. It always helps knowing where a loved one is going when they leave us.
We would just love to know who has taken over the "Prayer Log" that Bob had kept through all these years? Bob was one to come to your families name and call you or stop by just to check on you . . . to see if there was anything that you needed at that time. He was there to help you out with prayer or whatever it may take to see you through your hard times. May each of you know that he will be sadly missed by many far and wide. God Bless You Each One.
Steve Reeves
August 27, 2005
I learned to pray in a old green recliner in Bob's prayer room from the time I was about 9 years old. It was there I learned to love my Savior with an honest and pure heart (just like Prospector Pete). For that, Bob will always be with me. I always knew that I could go to him when I had nowhere else to turn.
It is hard to imagine the number of lives he has touched, but I feel fortunate to have had him here to journey with. I'll miss you Pappy, but save me a seat, I'll be there before too long.
Antoinette Smith-Elias
August 24, 2005
Seven of my eight foreign exchange students knew Bob. They, as well as I, always appreciated that he was praying for them. I also appreciated that he prayed for my husband Max. I imagine he is still praying for us all in heaven.
Sherri Martin
August 14, 2005
Bob Wagner was such an inspiration. I met Bob at Memorial Baptist Church when I was a little girl. My family and I went to MBC for many years and I remember so many great memories there. When my Dad (Ron Bell) called and told me of Bob Wagners passing I was saddened. When I got off the phone with my Dad I remember thinking to myself, "Boy Heaven is rockin' now. I mean I'm sure it was great before but now it's really exciting with Bob there. I am so sorry for your loss and I pray for grace and peace with you threw these times. Bob was a great Christian Man. I am blessed to have known him.
Sherri Bell Martin
Marian & Bob Fletcher
August 13, 2005
Bob was a great person, he always had an encouraging word to everyone he greeted on Sunday mornings at church. It just made you smile, he always like to sing Happy Birthday to you when he knew it was your birthday. I also remember his generosity, always willing to help anyone in need. Never talked with Bob that he didn't pray with you before the conversation ended. What a great soul-winner. He will be missed but what a reunion we'll have when we all get to heaven.
Love and prayers to you Shirley and to all your family.
Bob & Marian Fletcher
Mark Peck
August 13, 2005
From my earliest memories, I remember Bob. He was always warm and welcoming as he greeted you at the front door of the church with a smile. I can remember in the summer of '86 after my bike accident, I came back to Memorial Baptist and was greeted by Bob. At the time I was in the Royal Ambassadors program. Bob gave me a R.A. pocket knife. This meant a lot to me. I have never forgotten that. The ability to change a life by a simple gesture is what Bob did on a daily basis. He will forever be remembered.
Sean McCown
August 13, 2005
Bob was like another father to many of the boys at MBC. When we were young RA's, while we tried desperately to figure out who we were as teens, and even as adults, Bob was always patiently loving and accepting of us exactly as we were. He constantly reminded us that he was praying for us, even when some of us were rebellious and pretended not to care. He always put us first and treated every one of us as if we were his own. (Incidentally, I don't think any of us would know the words to "Dust on the Bible" if it weren't for Bob.)
Bob, thank you so much for sharing your time and lessons with me. I will never forget how you touched and impacted my life. By the way, as I look out my back window on any given day, I see an overabundance of squirrels. I guess they finally found the nut they were looking for for so many years!
Ken & Nancy McFeaters
August 11, 2005
On the ball field - before Bob became a Christian - he always put 100% into all he did, Ken said then - if he just would put that energy into loving Christ he would do a good and mighty work. Well that day did come and he did accept Christ and he did just that - put 100% into his belief in Christ. God truly made a change in this man's life. His style of sharing Christ was not always conventional but there was never a doubt where his heart was. For Shirley - your faithfullness to Bob has been very important. Now you will draw on His strength and the love of your children to continue what Christ has yet planned for you. Our love and prayers. Ken & Nancy McFeaters
Boyd & Barbara Bream
August 11, 2005
Boyd and I have known Bob and Shirley for so long I can't remember when it all started. But, I am glad it did. Bob was certainly a man who stood up to his convictions,thank the Lord. A person would just know that he was always there for you. Bob and Shirley did walk the talk. Shirley thanks for letting us be a part of Bob's life and sharing him with us. What a great gift you have given us all. We will be praying for you and the family.
Nan Dixon
August 11, 2005
"This could be the day!" was one of Bob's favorite greetings on Sunday morning. Well, this past Tuesday, Bob was able to meet Jesus face to face and actually realize that this was his day. Bob made a wonderful impact on this world and he will always be rememberd for his eagerness to introduce everyone to Jesus. He was a faithful and loving witness for the Lord and he will be greatly missed.
Bob & Della Slothour & family
August 11, 2005
We would like to let the family know that we are thinking and praying for them in their time of sorrow. Bob was a very special person to our family. When mom was sick he reminded us everytime he saw us that he was praying for her, and he came to visit as much as he could. Bob and mom are celebrating together today!
Linda Baker
August 11, 2005
Shirley, I don't know if F.& W. had a logo or motto but this would have been a good one " Paving THE WAY So Others Will Know THE WAY" I will never forget the boldness of which Bob spoke of our Lord. He was a modern day Paul. What an example to us all. The man with a big heart and a generous pocketbook who loved everybody. Our family will always remember him as our friend!
Andy and Nannette Palm
August 10, 2005
Bob, you are forever our brother and true friend. You always knew how to put a smile on our faces. You were always the first one to try to greet us with a warm smile and handshake when we came through the church doors. We will never forget you singing the song, "In The Garden," every time you saw us. You would particulary emphasize the words in the chorus, "And He Walks With Me, And He Talks With Me." Everytime we hear that song we think of you. It has become our favorite hymn. Thank you for a life of reaching out to others. You have set a strong example for the rest of us to follow, and none of us will ever be the same because of you. I know we won't have any trouble spotting you in Heaven. You will be the one shouting the loudest! We love you, The Palm Family
Rick & Young Eun McCown
August 10, 2005
I vividly remember the first time I met Bob. My wife and I had been members of Memorial Baptist Church in Gettysburg for only a short time. We had been asked by, then Pastor David Shepherd to participate in "Together We Build" (TWB), a building fund / stewardship campaign. We went to the Wagner home only to find that Bob was taking refuge in the barn while we met his dear wife, Shirley. We had been visiting for a while and I guess Bob thought we had been there long enough becuase he came into the house like a tornado and told us so!
Needless to say, my eyebrows stayed raised for a couple of days after that. There is nothing like a first impression.
However, I also remember when this same man walked down the aisle of the same church where his daughter, Pam, met him with tears and hugs from both. The same Pastor Shepherd said, " This is what happens when a daughter prays for her Daddy." And on this trip to the altar, the fifth for Bob, God really got a firm hold on Bob's heart, not just his mind. This one was for keeps!
The difference before and after was like night and day. God has been using Bob ever since in some of the most unusual places and times imaginable. If ever a verse of scripture could be seen in a man's life, this is a life that showed it. 2 Corinthians 5:17 - "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."
By his own admission, he was never sick a day in his life until earlier this year when he returned from a mission trip to Peru with our current Pastor, Jerry Dixon.
The doctors told him that he had cancer. That much may be true but I know that the cancer never had Bob. He met this challenge with the same boldness and gusto that has become characteristic of him for as long as I have known him.
Bob has nurtured my children along with many others', worked hard with our youth for years, encouraged every one he met with willingness to share; not only his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, but anything and everything he owned.
An example to others, a true friend - in need or not, a brother in the Lord and one to be greatly missed ... but only for a little while.
Our prayers and love are always with you, Shirley, and all of your family as the sadness of separation turns to the gladness of the knowledge of the reunion that is certain for those of us who take God at His word.
Thank you for allowing us to share Bob with you.
The way we will always remember Bob: Smiling with that big, ole' heart shining through.
Scott & Kalinda & family Reeves
August 10, 2005
How are we supposed to express all that Bob meant to this family? He was a father to us, a pappy to our children, a mentor, a friend, an encourager and most of all, a prayer warrior. I can hear the voice of the Father, His hand laid upon Bob's head: "Well done, my good and faithful servant." We will all miss you desperately, Bob Wagner.
Karen Barlow
August 10, 2005
I just wanted to let the family know that we are praying for them during this time. I first met Mr. Wagner about 3 wks ago @ Mt. Top Minitries when he came in to give his testimony. I thought that Mr. Wagner had a wonderful testimony that morning and during that time he really touched me. You could really see the love of the Lord through him that day. I thank God for the chance to met Mr. Wagner on that day.
May God bless the family and we'll continue to pray.
Love, Karen
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