We will have a visitation tomorrow night (Thursday) from 6-8 p.m. at Mowell's Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Friday at 2 p.m. we will have a service at New Hope Baptist Church in Fayetteville. Luke will be buried across from the church in the New Hope cemetary.
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I pray for peace and love during these next few days! I wish I could be there to just give you all a hug. But I live in Texas and have five kiddos to care for. I surely would if there was any way possible. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers though. I love you all even though we've never met. Your an incredible family and have touched my life so deeply. Blessings! Misty McGregor
Dear Susan & Eric,
Bryan and I have kept up with Luke through the blog and friends from New Hope. Bethany and I have prayed for Baby Luke at night. We all are so sorry that your family has had to go through so much this year. I wish we were there to help. Just know that we will be praying for you and your family through this time of loss. We are still in Texas but will be back in Georgia in July. Please call me if you come out this way before July. We will pray peace and the support of friends in this time of your lives. Love The Barners
Bryan, Karen, Zachery, Ethan, Daniel & Bethany
Susan & Eric,
I just wanted to leave a word of encouragement for you, though words just don't seem enough. We love you guys, and we loved Luke, even though we never got to meet. Please know that we continue to lift you all up in our prayers for peace and comfort like you've never known. Thank you for sharing your journey with Luke and giving us a glimpse of what total dependence on our Father looks like.
I wrote something for Luke on my blog. I sure hope that's ok. I'm leaving you a copy below since I don't have your email address.
Sometimes things happen in life that stun us and leave us asking questions to which there are just no answers. That happened this week when friends, Eric and Susan, released their precious baby boy into God's hands.
So many of you have left comments and emailed me about how much Luke and his journey spoke to your heart and how the faith of his parents ministered to you. It's in that spirit that I write these words:
Dear Luke,
We praise God for you because you were "fearfully and wonderfully made." As the Creator himself knit you exquisitely together, He missed not one detail. You were beauty and perfection and grace all wrapped up in dewy soft skin and destined to touch the lives of many. And so you did.
You will never know the impact you made on our lives during your short time here. The lessons we learned from you touched us deeply and in ways that mere words seem woefully inadequate to express.
You caused us to dig deep--to not just say we have faith in God, but to live each day believing Him. And to not just believe Him, but to earnestly seek Him. Seeing you struggle drove us to our knees time and time again. We found ourselves on our faces crying out to God for healing and mercy, our hearts being drawn ever closer to you and to our Heavenly Father.
You also taught us what it really means to rejoice! We jumped for joy at every miracle and each sign of God's divine intervention. Seeing you hold tight to your toys and watching your little chest move up and down with each breath of life made us grin from ear to ear!
You reminded us to be thankful. Life is precious and short, and each day is to be celebrated. You spoke softly to us to slow down and really breathe it in.
You left an indelible mark on each of us, and we will never forget you. And Luke, I can't wait to meet you in heaven one day, sweet boy, just to say thanks.
I pray for peace and understanding beyond all reason. My sister-in-law forwarded me your blog after a conversation about faith. My husband and I lost our 18-month-old daughter, Olivia, almost 2 years ago. Your faith and love is an inspiration. The lessons and love of Luke and your family have touched so many and will continue to bless others. How you choose to live your life in such a positive way and praise God is such an awesome way to continue Luke's legacy and love. God has blessed you with a wonderful son in Heaven and wonderful children on Earth. Thank you for sharing your story, Luke's life, and the love of God with so many.
Love and Blessing,
Shellie Warren
Dear Eric, Susan, Hogan, Sydney, Ed, Mary Lee, and entire family,
I know I will never be the same after meeting you all, and praying for Baby Luke, on your blog. Your faith has moved so many of us. I wish I too, could be there to hold your hand or wipe your tears. I will continue to pray for God's stength, during this hard time. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Phil. 4:13 With love, Teresa RN/Naples
Susan,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My family and I have been praying for Luke and your family. I have been afraid to ask about his condition because this is not the outcome that we were hopng for.
Take comfort in the fact that he is with the angels now.
We will continue to pray for your family. Your faith seems very strong and I know it will get you through.
With Love,
Ena, Dwight, Shelby and Brandon Worrell
Susan
I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a child is the most tramatic thing I have ever experienced in my life. I know God has brought peace to you knowing he has healed Luke and he will no longer suffer from the tubes and needles. Your family has been a tremendous blessing to ours through your faith & love through Christ. We have continuously prayed for your family and will continue to do so. Luke blessed many lives while here on earth and I believe God has bigger & better plans for him in heaven. Thanks for sharing his life with us all. Even though it was short, he made a huge impact in all our hearts. God Bless you & your family. You are very special family!
Susan and family,
I am at work today and miss Luke and your family. You have certainly set an example of wonderful and loving parents that I will not soon forget. I know that I have been blessed and instructed by having you in my life for such a short time.
God Bless and Keep You
Jennifer
"Week-end Nurse
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