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Minho and Meja Song | @

David, our thoughts are with you as you go through this day of Karen's Memorial Service. We are grateful for Karen. She was a great help when we first came to the Philippines. Thank you for the memories. May the Lord bless you.

13 December 2008 - Toronto, Canada

Tim and Becky Malette | @

Dave and Wil, We send our sympathy to you both, but also praise God for bringing Karen safely home. We value greatly your example of following Him! We will pray that you experience His comfort now, and in the days to come.

15 December 2008 - Hancock, MI

Mike and Lindy Logan | @

I just read your update, and was amazed once again by the Lord and how He works. Did you know that the verses in Isaiah that are comforting you right now, are the same verses that we have been memorizing in the Bible Study that Karen was leading? We love you and Wil and will miss Karen deeply. XXOO, Lindy (Mike, Natalie, William and #3 too)

15 December 2008 - Rhododendron, Or

Ed Darnell | @

Dave and Wil, It is sad to have to say bye for now to Karen. The last time I saw her, she was in the lobby of DCC making her way to the hallway. It was Bible study day and she had left the group to get a drink of cold water. I asked her if she was OK, and said said she felt nauseous, and I held the handle on the water fountain so she could fill the cup she had in her hand. Then she said she had to get to the rest room, and I held the door for her. Once she was inside, I went to tell Sheila that Karen was ill in the restroom, and I would cover the office if she could go in to help her. Sheila went in and after a while, she came back and was getting her purse and coat and said she was taking Karen home. She struggled so much, and still managed to smile and cheer and encourage. I will miss her so much. Out back - where you would walk to come to the church from the house, and where I would go for so many things in taking care of the buildings, I would encounter Karen zooming in to attend a study, or orchestra or a meeting, but we would stop in our tracks. I would say, "Karen!" and with a big smile, she would say, "Ed!" and then one great big hug and she was on her way. That was enough encouragement to last me a week at a time. On M.O.M.S. day, after the meetings, there she always would be, running the vacuum or stacking the chairs or collecting the trash bags even in her pain. Sometimes I would take a hold of a chair as she was lifting it onto a stack and tell her, "Karen - let me, you shouldn't be doing that." She would say, "No, I want to." When you were coming back to Oregon, it was an honor to to help get the house ready for you. I hadn't met you and I wasn't sure who I was helping, but when you arrived and the house suited you so well, it was real joy knowing you were settled in. There are no words to express what is in the heart at times such as these, but it is in our hearts where love will always live, for Karen, for Ben, for you and for all whose lives were changed for the better at having been blessed with Karen's sunshine smile and boundless cheer, because God is love eternal.

14 December 2008 - Portland, OR

Pauline Dunn | @

It is hard to understand that Karen is not on this earth now but with her father. I pray the Lord will continue to give you the support and love during this time

13 December 2008 - Iseworth, West London, UK

Lerma Calingasan | @

Dave and Wil, After reading the news that Karen was getting weaker and less mentally alert, I did not want to open my email again. It's not easy to let go of Karen who has been a treasured friend since we met 33 years ago! I feel the loss but I know the Lord will see you through all these. Will keep praying.

12 December 2008 - Philippines

Anne-Marie and Ian | @

Dear Dave and Wil, Praying for God's presence to be close as you walk through the valley of the shadow of death. So sad to hear that Karen is no longer with us and yet glad that she is no longer in pain. We prayed for you both here in Singapore at IHQ this morning

11 December 2008 - Singapore

Craig & Tammy | @

Hi, Ninong Dave and Wil. Kamusta na? We heard the news about Ninang Karen and we are deeply sorry for her passing away. Be it the holidays or not, we know this is such a trying time. Even though I only had a weekend to meet you both, I cannot believe I won't be able to see Ninang Karen's sweet smile nor be able to speak to her (in Tagalog) once again. Ninang Karen is definitely one of those people who can easily touch others without even trying. Has our thank card reached your house yet? We sure hope Ninang Karen knew how lucky Craig and I are to have both of you as our godparents! We truly are grateful that despite of her health, you both still decided to make the journey to SF and share with us a weekend we will never forget. Ninang Karen will stay in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers. Ninong Dave, we would like to send you some flowers. If you can let us know what address (home, church, or funeral home) to send, we'll have them delivered asap. Take care, Ninong Dave. Please call us anytime (650.823.1928 or 415-465-2836) should there be anything we can help you with. Your Inaanaks,Craig and Tammy

10 December 2008 - San Leandro, CA

Michael and Dawn Rablen | @

Our Dear Dave and Wil, It was with great sadness that we read of our dear sister Karen's departure from this world but we are not those who grieve without the sure hope of glory. We give thanks to the Lord for Karen's life and friendship over many years - she was a faithful and energetic soldier to the end. She is with her Saviour and with Ben now and full of joy. Continuing to pray for the Lord's arms close around you. Very much love, Michael and Dawn

10 December 2008 - Hull, England

Andy Graham | @

Dave & Will, our hearts and prayers are with you. Karen was an extraordinary woman who made a big impression on our family over the years. May you know God's strength and comfort in these days of loss and may you be able to rejoice in her being in the land of the living as you so beautifully remarked in your blog entry.

10 December 2008 - Plymouth UK

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