Many of you have probably already heard the news that my dad passed away on October 15. This was quite a shock to all of us as it happened so suddenly. However we are so grateful for the 'completion of a life well lived,' as was commented by an extended family member-in-law. We fully expected that dad would not live long, after his dear wife Faith (my mom), passed away in May 2021. And now we can imagine the beautiful welcome he received into his heavenly home.
We were able to participate in a small immediate family gathering, at the chapel where he attended church over the last couple of years while residing in a Memory care unit, yesterday over zoom. Despite the distance it was really special to be together as family for this service of remembrance.
We will return to the US the beginning of December and on Dec 10th look forward to a Celebration of Life service at Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church in Minneapolis with the extended community of friends and family. We invite any of you interested to attend in person or virtually. Below I've added a link to 'Celebrating Carl' page with more information including where to find a link for the service on Dec 10th.
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| Recent photo of dad and sister Luann |
Thankful for a dad who was an amazing father, grandfather, uncle, husband, pastor, mentor and friend to many.
Christine
Christine, we are so sorry about the loss of your father. There is no doubt in our minds that his was a life well-lived! How hard to lose both parents in such a short amount of time. And from far away! May the God of all comfort show himself faithful to you and your family. Love, Scott and Sarah
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