My grandma died today. Her name was Patricia Jean Wilson (Bell). She lived 87 very full years.
She grew up here. Her dad died of Valley Fever when she was a little girl. She graduated from Roosevelt High, and went on to get her Bachelors degree, Teaching Credentials, and her Masters. She married a U.S. Airforce Engineer named John 'Skip' Leroy Wilson and gave birth to their first baby (a boy) 9 months later. She next had two daughters, and the older one is my mom.
They moved each year and the first thing my grandma looked for was the nearest Methodist Church. She had a rock solid faith and loved the Lord with all her heart.
Grandpa Skip passed away and she became a widow at 57. She's been an active, and very independent lady as long as I can remember, completely dedicated to her church and her family.
And as for me... She never missed a ballet recital, choir performance, swim meet or birthday. I always knew she loved me even though she didn't talk about it. She was very stubborn but I wouldn't have her any other way... that's Grandma Pat.
These pictures were taken this week. She LOVED being with Elizabeth, and I am so glad for these last few days I got to share with her.
I will miss you so much Grandma!!!
13 comments:
Oh, Jonna, I am sorry about the loss of your Grandma! Thank you for sharing with us about her life, who she was and how she loved the Lord! I adore the pictures you posted...to be treasured forever!!! What a blessing it is that you will see her again someday!!
I'm so sorry for the loss of your Grandma! It's so awesome to know how much she loved the Lord. Thanks so much for posting pictures and telling us a little bit about her. Please let me know if you need anything!
Oh Jonna! I am so sorry. She seemed like a wonderful woman! What a blessing that she got some special time with Elizabeth! Let me know if you need anything! You and your family, especially your mom, will be in my prayers!
what a wonderful tribute post! and how great that elizabeth will have those pictures with grandma pat! thanks for sharing!
I have pictures like that with my Grandma and Allie. It is nice to have those memories. Sorry about your loss, but you will see her again in heaven! Let me know if you need anything.
what a great way to say "until we meet again"...loved it...cried...was praising our Lord yesterday for answered prayers and thankful that she is with the Lover of her soul. Hang in there sweet friend. I love you!
I am so sorry for your loss. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your mom.
How beautiful a post Jonna. Sorry to hear of your earthly loss, but what a blessing to know you will meet again. And how great for Elizabeth to have some pics with her. What a great life she lived and what memories you will always have. A true blessing. Please let us know how we may help if you need anything. Lots of love!
Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures of Pat and Elizabeth! Your grandma was a real woman of faith. I feel privileged to have been in bible study with her. She always had insightful and wise contributions. I loved hearing her pray for her children and grandchildren. You know she is celebrating being with Jesus. I'm sure she is dancing in His presence!!!
I am so sorry for your family's loss! These a truly priceless pictures. Thank you for sharing what kind of woman she was. It's an inspiration.
I'm so sorry for your loss, Jonna! My prayers are with you and your family.
Thank you ladies for your much needed support and friendship. Each time I got a new comment it made my heart glad. Love you all!
Jonna, I am so sorry I didn't see this sooner! I've had company, my mother-in-law, and I've been away from the blog world for a few days. How nice that you were about to see her and introduce her to Elizabeth and that she will have those pictures and you will have those memories forever!
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