Monday, December 29, 2008
Update 12/29/08
Karla went home to be with Jesus about 1:15 today (Monday). It was a peaceful time with each family member having time to say good-bye and express their love to Karla. The family is currently meeting with pastors and making plans for her celebration service. The blog will be updated with service information just as soon as arrangements are made and once again, I know that the Tesch family is so grateful for the support you’ve given and appreciates your thoughts and prayers at this time.
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Jack, Heather, Toby, and Dave,
We grieve with you. It is so hard to comprehend and hurts so much. We will do all we can to be there with you as you celebrate Karla's life.
Molly, Greg, and family
To my dear friends,
You are in my heart and always in my prayers.
John 14:1-4
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, trust also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am."
Agape,
Sandy
Jack, Heather, Toby, and Dave,
Lana and I are so sorry! I cannot comprehend the pain you must be feeling. But Karla feels no more pain and is in the arms of our loving Savior.
In His loving grip,
Mike and Lana
Jack (and family),
My heart goes out to you. I was blessed to know Karla Briefly through the contact we had around the last two DNA Forums. Karla was a wonderful person and a blessing to all around her. May the peace & comfort of the Father Son & Spirit be with you and your family in this time
Bob Evans
We will miss her dearly and look forward to seeing her in heaven. She and I will dance before the Lord!
love,
Karen & Norm Seeley
Jack,Heathe,Toby & Dave,
My heart goes out to you all. Karla was such an inspiration to us all. Her compassion, service to others, kindness and love of others is a testament to her life. She will be missed by many, but I know someday we will see her again, and what a great day that will be for us all! Much love to you all, Buffy
We are saddened by the loss of such a Christian icon. As David "explained" the last moments of her earthy time, it was clearly evident that God was crafting those minutes to be special to everyone present. We were deeply touched by David's account and we are honored to have known Karla. Linda and I will continue to be in prayer for family comfort and support.
Joey and Linda Hofman
Jack, Toby, Heather and Dave,
With you, we too grieve and miss Karla so very much. We rejoice that Karla is now present with our Lord and no longer enduring such pain. We have prayed with you through her valiant fight and faith in our Savior! He has delivered her! Praise God. We will be with you to celebrate her life and the wonderful legacy she left for us all.
Burnett and Linda Morris
Hello Jack,
I've just read an e-mail from Janet Barr in which she mentions Karla. I thought it was a mistake and fired off an e-mail to her seeking clarification. Then I remembered the last update that I received from Karla in which she said this blog had been created. I've confirmed it but still can't believe it.
In this past year, I buried a father, two brothers and lost a dear friend (Dave Barr) to cancer. Karla's own battle with cancer and humor (through her health updates) were constant encouragement for me as I dealt with a very difficult year. Her attitude to look always for the silver lining encouraged me to declare: "though he slays me, yet will I trust in Him." She rekindled my faith during my darkest moments when I thought the Lord had totally abandoned me. A number of times, Karla and I exchanged late-night e-mails with her mostly encouraging me and assuring me of her prayers for me.
But I also prayed that the bad winds of 2008 had finally ceased and that 2009 will usher in the joy that comes after a night of mourning. I wasn't expecting this. Indeed, my next e-mail to Karla would have been to tell her that my book is finally done because the publisher released it to the printer yesterday!
I'm sorry, Jack, if I can't find the appropriate words of comfort for you at this time. Saying "be strong" sounds so lame. I am sure though that Karla has just the right joke to bring a smile to your face, and give you comfort and hope. I pray that you will hear those words from her to help you cope with this day.
With heavy heart,
Patience Akpan-Obong
I just found out, Jack, about Karla's home-going. She had been on my heart all week. Now I know why. Blaine and I offer our deepest sympathy and are grieving with you. We treasure the moments we had with you all at the Ministry Conferences at Faith Mountain and in your home as well. May the God of all comfort be very real to you in these difficult days.
Much love,
Blaine & Golden Parsons
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