In the center of this photo is an incredible woman. Amazing wife, mom, friend, leader. Good and fun and faithful. Kind and giving and oh so smart. Adored by all.
I received the news that Madam Ellison passed away from complications following childbirth yesterday. My heart is broken in two...at least that's how it feels right now. She leaves behind her kind and good husband, Pastor Ellison, and two of the sweetest little girls in the world. And her dear infant son is clinging to his own little life right now.
I ask that you pray for this precious family, the ones left behind, the baby boy. They will feel a terrible void for a very long time I am sure. And pray for the women in the group. They loved and admired this lady so much. She did so much for them. Madam Ellison, we will miss you and everything that you were.
"Her children arise and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:
Many women do noble things,
but you surpass them all."
{ proverbs 31:28-29 }
I am so sorry.
What a loss and you know those neighbors will miss her too.
I'll add the baby and family to my prayers.
Posted by: auntie bliss | 20 January 2011 at 06:29 AM
Such hard words to read, Rebecca. How devastating...so hard to imagine the heartache being felt by people who have already experienced so much loss. My prayers will be with these people {and you}.
Posted by: Sue@MyArtsDesire | 20 January 2011 at 06:50 AM
Rebecca,
Indeed, I will pray for this family now and in days to come. "Oh Father, wrap them in your loving arms and comfort their broken hearts. Bring strength and healing to that newborn. Be with each of them in all the ways they need you most. Thank you, Lord."
Please post again about how they are doing.
Thanks!
Helen
Posted by: Helen | 20 January 2011 at 07:34 AM
Oh, life is full of such aching sorrow. My heart breaks for her family and her friends. I will pray.
Posted by: Lorrie | 20 January 2011 at 09:42 AM
That truly is heartbreaking! I will be praying for this family....
Posted by: Suzette | 20 January 2011 at 11:21 AM
Rest In Peace Madam Ellison.
Posted by: Jeanelle | 20 January 2011 at 12:01 PM
Sad with you, Rebecca, and praying for Madam Ellison and her family.
Posted by: beth | 21 January 2011 at 04:38 AM
prayers are floating up to heaven xo
Posted by: Shanie Christian | 21 January 2011 at 10:53 AM
I will pray.
Posted by: Jill | 21 January 2011 at 07:15 PM
i am so sorry for this news- for the sadness it will bring to so many people.
sweet angel madam ellison has earned her wings and is needed elsewhere.
Posted by: lorraine lewis | 23 January 2011 at 02:25 PM
Oh so sorry......and thankyou for asking. Yes, they will be prayed for. Much to take in all around us, it seems. I keep reminding myself to Take Heart! You too! XO
Posted by: Cherie Wilson | 29 January 2011 at 05:14 PM
prayers being sent... God bless Toni
Posted by: Toni | 23 February 2011 at 05:09 PM
I am so sorry to hear of her loss. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and children. May the Lord ease their suffering. If there is anything that the family needs please let us know.
Posted by: Danielle Gavito | 06 March 2011 at 10:36 AM