Thursday, August 18, 2011

Nightmare

This week has been a nightmare. Last Friday, Connie (my sister) and Nick lost their wonderful grandson in a motorcycle accident. Dustin was 21 years old, the oldest of three sons born to Matt and Julie. He was Army and had just graduated from jump school. To make the nightmare even worse, Dustin's brother, Dylan, had just left aboard a ship to Afghanistan. Dylan is a Navy man. The funeral was originally scheduled for today, but Dylan couldn't get home until Saturday. Please keep Matt, Julie, Dylan, Dalton, Connie and Nick and our whole family in your prayers.

17 comments:

Vonna Pfeiffer said...

I will keep your family in my prayers, because I understand we lost my 19 year old brother 2 1/2 years ago to a car accident. I cannot imagine what your sister is going through having lost a son and having one go to a war zone. They shall be in my daily intentions each morning when I say a my rosary and divine mercy chaplet.
Many, many condolences during this time of grief. My heart goes out to you all.

Libby said...

I am so sorry to hear this. I will be keeping your whole family my thoughts *hugs*

Andrea said...

How truly sad ! Such a waste of a young life. I hate motorbikes as I lost my closest cousin ( were brought up like brother and sister ) in a motorbike accident when we were 17 yo. My thoughts and love are with all your family at this terrible time - so sorry Jeanne xxx

Amy said...

So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Chookyblue...... said...

thinking of you and your sisters family........terrible news........such a young life..........

Susan In Texas said...

How tragic. I'm so sorry this has happened. I hate motorcycles with a passion. One of my friends died as the result of a motorcycle crash too. I'll be sure to pray for your whole family.

Take care,
Susan in Texas

Carol said...

I am so sorry for your family's loss...I am sending prayers and good thoughts. (((HUGS))))

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry for this tragedy in your beloved family. I send my heartfelt sympathy. I cannot even imagine the pain and loss that they are experiencing. May God grant them continuous comfort.

Elsie Montgomery said...

May the Lord comfort you in such pain and sorrow. I am praying...

sewkalico said...

I am really sorry to read your news. My thoughts with you and your family.

Talin's Corner said...

My thoughts are with your family.

Sheryl said...

I'm so sorry about the loss of your nephew, Jeanne. Hugs and prayers to the whole family.

antique quilter said...

I am so sorry for your family's loss.
I will keep you all in my thoughts .
so sad.
Kathie

Jeanne said...

I'm very sorry for your family's loss. It is awful losing someone at such a young age and on the brink of his adulthood. I hope time and faith helps them to heal over time.

Quilter Kathy said...

Oh my goodness...that is a nightmare. Sending big hugs to your sister and the whole family.

Mama Spark said...

OMG Jeanne, this is a parent/grandparent's worst nightmare! I am so sorry for you and for your sister's loss. I will pray for you and your sister's family. Great BIG hugs for you!!

Linda said...

Prayers to you and your family. I am so very sorry.