We lost an angel on earth, but heaven gained an angel. This week our little community lost a great teacher, friend and mother. Staci was only 53. I was compelled and inspired by her heartwarming and great legacy to paint her portrait.
She was my sons' youth leader at church for years, she greatly influenced their Christian journey. Staci was a witness to those she came in contact with, especially youth. There was a special place in her heart for the youth of our community, whether it was at school, in the neighborhood, at the lake or at church, she made you feel that you were her best friend and that she genuinely cared about you.
We are deeply grieving over the loss of our dear friend. Thanks to Preacher Wade for sharing this thought at Staci's funeral Monday, it helps a bit. He said that God has been busy for years getting Staci's place in heaven just right for her. When he finished preparing her place in heaven, her work here was finished. Our beautiful Staci entered heaven with a smile on her face.
Some of her friends and family, including me are quite selfish, we miss her so, and want our Staci back! Still we are glad that she is in a peaceful place with no pain or conflict.
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