53 years come to an end

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Jack Ritter
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53 years come to an end

Post by Jack Ritter »

I lost my darling wife Ollie, Monday, September 17 after 53 years of a wonderful marriage. She lost her battle with pancreatic cancer and I will lay her to rest this Saturday morning along with the cremains of our little toy Schnauser "Sooner," who was our baby, that we lost just a year ago almost to the day. Your prayers would be most appreciated. Jack
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Post by Paul King »

I am so sorry for your loss Jack. I remember too well my mother passing after 57 years of marriage to my dad and how lonely he has been. I pray that God will help you and comfort you in the days and months ahead.
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Gary Reed
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Post by Gary Reed »

Lord, please minister to Jack during this time.
God bless you, Jack. I'm so sad to hear this.
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Post by Chris Boyd »

My condolences to you Jack...
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Post by Kevin Mincke »

Jack, I will keep you & your family in prayer that God's healing be near. Sorry for your loss...that's a long time companion to lose.
Kevin
Ray Riley
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So Sorry

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Jack We are so very sorry for your loss. Ray
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My condolences to you and your family, Jack.
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ray qualls
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Jack, condolences from all the members of the KSGA. God bless you and your family. Ray
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Sissy Privitt
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Post by Sissy Privitt »

So sorry for your loss. No amount of words can take any the pain you feel. Sissy Privitt
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Laurie Ayres
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Post by Laurie Ayres »

Jack,

I have never met you but I want you to know that you are in my prayers for comfort and strength.

I just lost my husband, Roy in June and I know just how your heart hurts.

May God help us both find Peace.

Laurie
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Post by john buffington »

Jack -
We've got you on our prayer list. We send you our most sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers.
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Post by bruce fischer »

jack, may the Lord comfort you in your tragic loss.
our prayers to you.
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Randy Gilliam
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Prayers For Jack!

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Prayers for Jack to Be Strong in a sad time! God Bless You Brother, Randy Gilliam.
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Carl Williams
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I'm so very sorry to hear this news Jack. Marilyn and I are sending our love and prayers for you and the family. Your 53+ years together speaks volumes Jack and you both found a great partner in each other. Carl & Marilyn Williams
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Thanks to the finest people I know of, the Forum Members.
Jack
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Post by Eddie Freeman »

I am so sorry to hear this Jack, may Jesus grant you a peace beyond all understanding.
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Post by Paul Wade »

jack,

are prayers go out to you and family
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Post by James Marlowe »

So sorry to hear of your loss.
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Joe McHam
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Jack our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
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Post by CrowBear Schmitt »

i've never met you either Jack, you have my prayers & my condolences as well
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Post by Donna Dodd »

Jack,
I am so sorry for your loss. It's so hard to even imagine what it's like to lose a spouse after so many years. I know that God is watching over you and giving you the peace you need to grieve your precious Ollie.
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Larry Bressington
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Post by Larry Bressington »

Prayers and thought's Jack for this pain in your life at the moment, So sorry for your Loss My friend.
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Lowell Whitney
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Post by Lowell Whitney »

Jack, so sorry for your loss.

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Post by Ken Byng »

Condolences from the other side of the pond Jack. Those of us who are privileged to have found a wonderful partner or spouse to share our lives with have been blessed by God. May He help you through your pain.
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Post by Wayne Morton »

Jack, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

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