Many questions about the locaton of the funeral home from those coming from out of town. The zip code shows Rocky River, but it is actually Fairview Park. If you go to the website below you can actually put in your starting address and get directions.
http://www.buschfuneral.com/aboutus/obits.html
Thanks again for all the support. You should see the beautiful luminaries surrounding my driveway and sidewalk. Sophie is surely smiling down on us.
God Bless.
30 comments:
Marc and Emily,
Everyday you continue to amaze me. Your hearts are breaking and yet you take the time to post directions for people.
Yes, Sophie is definately smiling down apon both of you and Sarah. She is sitting with God showing him what great parents she had on earth.
I'm praying God will send you the strength and peace you need especially to fill the hole in your hearts.
Love and prayers will continue with you both.
Kathy Auvil
What a beautiful life story Sophie has left. Her smile is amazing. Thank you for sharing her with the world. Praying for you.
I was checking the website again, as I have daily for some time, and my daughter is on my lap with me, and loves the pictures of Sophie, and is loving the song. Thank you for continuing to share Sophie's life with us. I am praying constantly for your pain and sorrow to be lifted from you.
Praying in Geneva, IL.
Our deepest deepest sympathies.
Rosaleen
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have been following your journey and praying for you every step of the way. I so wish there was more I could have done for you and your family but financially I just couldn't. Your family is still in my prayers but this time the prayers are a little different. I still pray that they will find a cure for this disease. I cannot imagine what you are going through so I won't pretend to try but I know that you are strong in your faith and I know that God will bring you through this. Sophie was loved by so many people. Some who didn't even personally know her like me. God bless your family.
The Bennett Family
Midland, Michigan.
Marc and Emily,
Praying that you receive peace and strength to get through these most horrific days.
All our love,
Paula and Alex
You are such beautiful examples of faith. Sophie seems to have had a beautiful life, from start to finish. Thanks for sharing her with us. We will miss her. We will continue to pray for your family. May little Sophie be at peace. You are a wonderful family.
Prayers from North Carolina
I was just forwarded the poem that you posted, through an email from a friend. I went to the link for your website, hoping to see a posting for how Sophie was doing, and instead saw your posting of the funeral directions. I have just finished reading Sophie's story and lookig through the photo gallery. Yes, God sent down another Angel to live among us on earth. Her smile seems to light up the photographs as I am sure it lit your life. I know that light is continuing to shine as she watches this world from Heaven. A light as bright as hers will never dim. God Bless your whole family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing Sophie's story and smile with me.
- Shellie
Slidell, Louisiana
I am writing this to you in hopes that it will make you feel good. It is so hard to know what is right or wrong to say to you guys right now. I am sitting here typing this as both Summer and Sienna are dancing to Sophie's song. I let Summer listen to it yesterday and today she asked me if we could listen to it again. So, here we are listening to Sophie's song and dancing. (I just took a break to type this.) I think Sophie would be happy if she saw us. She is having a positive influence everywhere! She herself was the miracle and her memory continues to be. Love, Misty
May God bless you with endless "Sophie" rainbows today and always!
Prayers and love to you from your IHM family in Cincinnati. Just keep breathing...
As many others have said, I have followed Sophie's story from the beginning...having learned about her through Maria. Tonight after learning of her passing, I read "Sophie's Story" again. The words that jumped out were when you wrote that you "always thought she would make a difference in this world." After seeing all of these posts, it is quite clear that she made an incredible difference in this world. It wasn't the difference you had planned on her making but it seems to be much more profound and widespread than any other "difference" could have made. Thank you for sharing her with us.
Thinking of you and praying for you in Kansas.
Dear Marc and Emily - I have been following Sophie's story since your first posting and I wanted to say that you and your family have always been in my thoughts and prayers. Sophie reminds me so much of you Emily when we were little girls, I see you in her beautiful smile every time I look at her pictures. I've never written until now and I just wanted to say I'm so sorry and that I think you and Marc are phenominal parents and may god give you strength.
My deepest hearfelt sympathy goes out to you and Marc. Wendy Evtushek (Schneider)
God Bless You All.
Sophie is pain free now & keeping a close watch on her family.
My heart goes out to you all
Cindy & family in SW Michigan.
(Uncle Joes friend)
When you miss Sophie in the morning, look to the sky, she'll be hiding behind the fluffy white cloud floating by.
When you miss Sophie in the evening, look to the sky, she'll be the first twinkling star that catches your eye.
When missing Sophie is almost too much to bear, whisper her name and she'll be there, saying..
"Mommy & Daddy , please don't cry, Im happy in heaven now. Jesus has taken away all my pain and I'm the "old" Sophie again.
I miss you all, but I know we'll all be together again someday with Jesus our Savior, our friend."
My deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
A fellow parishioner at Holy Spirit.
The kids from ladue with kristen thomas feel for you we feel like weve been on this journey to
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxo
kids from ladue aka kennedy washington
I visited Sohpie's site, saw her smile, heard her song, shared your pain, and hugged my children.
You are in my thoughts, ron (the brother of Sophie's teacher, Miss Kelly)
What a beautiful girl. I am so sorry she was brought to Heaven so young. But, as so many people keep telling us ~ there is something special about our children. They were sent here for a reason and unfortunately for us it was entirely to short of a duration. I don't know what else to say as I am grieving my for our daughter, Brooke who went through Heavens gates a week and a half ago. It does help though having so much support. May you someday find peace and comfort.
Gina Williams (mom to Angel Brooke)www.caringbridge.org/visit/brooke1
Dear Emily & Marc,
I just had to share with you our experiences of yesterday (Wednesday, Oct. 10th). While waiting for a class to finish out in Avon Lake, I looked out the door to see the most BEAUTIFUL RAINBOW in the sky. It took my breath away and I immediately thought of Sophie. My daughter even said to me, "Mom, it's a sign" as she has prayed for Sophie and I had read to her your recent post about Sophie being fond of rainbows. I looked at my watch and it was 6:00 - the beginning of Sophie's visitation. I was hoping you could see it. It lasted 10 minutes and then another one appeared at 6:30. Truly glorious. My son was looking in the sky today and said "Is Sophie going to send us another rainbow?"
Thank you for being so gracious in sharing Sophie with us. We will always look for her rainbows.
Blessings,
The Kaiser Family
Dear Marc and Emily,
Sorry to hear about Sophie. She is one of God's angels now. Emily you may not remember me but I worked with you at IHM in Cincy. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Sincerely, Linda Gabriel
I too have read your blog for a while and been so impressed by your faith. Thankyou for sharing a little bit of Sophie with everyone on here.
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God provide you with comfort in the coming months.
Take care of each other.
Cass
Emily and Marc (and family), you have been on my mind constantly, especially today on the day of Sophie's burial. Being a mother of a two year old daughter, Grace, your situation has really impacted me. I am deeply sad for you. I don't know you; I learned about Sophie at the beginning of the summer from listening to The Fish radio station. There is a song by a christian group called Watermark called Glory Baby. Christy Nockels, the lead singer, wrote it about her miscarriages, however the words can really apply to any parent who has lost a child, I think. You are in my prayers at night and when I wake up in the morning, and any time I have a quiet moment and I talk to the Lord.
Glory Baby
Glory baby you slipped away as fast as we could say baby…baby..
You were growing, what happened dear?
You disappeared on us baby…baby..
Heaven will hold you before we do
Heaven will keep you safe until we’re home with you…
Until we’re home with you…
Miss you everyday
Miss you in every way
But we know there’s a
day when we will hold you
We will hold you
You’ll kiss our tears away
When we’re home to stay
Can’t wait for the day when we will see you
We will see you
But baby let sweet Jesus hold you
‘till mom and dad can hold you…
You’ll just have heaven before we do
You’ll just have heaven before we do
Sweet little babies, it’s hard to
understand it ‘cause we’re hurting
We are hurting
But there is healing
And we know we’re stronger people through the growing
And in knowing-
That all things work together for our good
And God works His purposes just like He said He would…
Just like He said He would…
BRIDGE:
I can’t imagine heaven’s lullabies
and what they must sound like
But I will rest in knowing, heaven is your home
And it’s all you’ll ever know…all you’ll ever know…
In Christ,
Amber Peters
Mark and Emily,
The visitation and funeral for Sophie was absolutely beautiful. It was a lovely way to remember your precious child. Your strength and courage these past 7 months has been amazing and awe inspiring. May God grant you the peace that Sophie now has.
Kate and Justin Kalvitz
Marc & Emily,
Sophie couldn't of had a more beautiful funeral if she was there designing it herself. I'm so glad your mother and Marc spoke at the mass. It appears after listening to both of them that Sophie was much wiser than her short 4 years on this earth. Also in a way none of us will ever know Sophie knew God's plan for her and was able to accept it threw her love for God. While at the same time asking God to show you both the rainbow Wed. night to let you know how very much she loves you and that she is still with you.
Just like her mother and grandfather it appears Sophie was a teacher who taught all of us a lot. I'm sure God has already marked Sophie one of his special angels with great plans for her.
Threw God's great love for Sophie may he bring you both and your families the comfort and peace you so deserve.
Kathy Auvil
Emily,
I knew you in high school, and have been watching the blog for some time now. I have been praying daily for your family and for Sophie. As Sophie is now praying for everyone down here, her rainbow is shining. Today, my son brought home from school a note that said next week, at preschool, the book they will be focusing on is called "A Rainbow all Around Me". I felt compelled to share that with you, as I feel Sophie is now always with you and around you. I am praying for you in this terrible time. My son was born 4 days after Sophie, know you are being prayed for constantly.
Nikki Rybarczyk, (Giffin)
Geneva, IL
I believe with all my heart that Sophie sent that rainbow to let her family know that she is fine, just like your priest told us she was at the church service. He said "Sophie is fine.".......Marc and Emily, cling to each other, and with the love and help of your BEAUTIFUL family and friends begin to heal. You are so loved. Aunt Lynne
Marc and Emily,
It was a privilege to share this intimate day with you and your family. I continue to be humbled by the unwavering faith and peace you demonstrate.
I saw this song on another website and wanted to share it with you.
In love and support,
Paula
Praise You in This Storm
words by Mark Hall/music by Mark Hall and Bernie Herms
I was sure by now,God, that You would have reached down
and wiped our tears away,
stepped in and saved the day.
But once again, I say amen
and it's still raining
as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain,
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away.
Chorus:
And I'll praise you in this storm
and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and every tear I've cried
You hold in your hand
You never left my side
and though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
I remember when I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry to You
and raised me up again
my strength is almost gone how can I carry on
if I can't find You
and as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away
And I'll praise you in this storm
and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and every tear I've cried
You hold in your hand
You never left my side
and though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
I lift my eyes onto the hills
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth
I lift my eyes onto the hills
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth
And I'll praise you in this storm
and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and every tear I've cried
You hold in your hand
You never left my side
and though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
Dear Family,
My heart goes out to you. It's hard to find the right words to say during times like these. Unfortunately, I kind of know some of how you have been feeling. My niece, Lauren, was diagnosed with a Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) on Friday, September 14. She is only 3 yrs old. She just finished her 3rd week of Radiation treament and she is also in a study. My heart and prayers are with you.
Tina Bells,
Cincinnati, Ohio
I to had been fallowing your story along with my 7 year old son Jameson.When we found out sophie had passed he said it felt like she was his friend and he was very sad.We have been praying for you family,and for Sophie.
Amanda and Jameson Huebner
Dear Emily and Marc,
Although I do not know your family, your loss has affected me deeply, as my husband and I lost our precious little daughter 4 years ago due to a strange and incurable illness. You may not have an answer yet for why God has chosen this path for you all, but you will find that doing all you can to honor her spirit and her life will keep her a vital part of your lives forever. You will find some comfort from doing things for her. We will participate in all we can for your daughter's causes, because she is a glorious example of the beauty that exists in this world. I hope that we will meet some day, and if I can give you some strength and faith to know that you will still be standing 4 years from now, as I am, you will know that Sophie is so proud of her parents. You will be living the life that she would want you to have lived. She will ALWAYS be alive in your hearts, as well of all of ours who know what a gift she is...One can see by looking at her that she knew so much love in her life, probably more than most of us ever get to know! But, I hope that you know that you are loved and your pain is deeply felt by so many people. You and Sophie have made a difference already in all of our lives. God bless you and keep you.
With deepest sympathy, your neighbors in Avon Lake,
Solveig and Jim Elios
Still praying & thinking of all of you as you go on without your dear Sophie. Know that Jesus is there with you and your precious Sophie is holding His hand.
Peace & comfort to your family.
A Holy Spirit friend
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