Merrick Negaard

Very sorry to read of the passing of your dear loved one Merrick. Having a child in the family, the parents experience emotions that are found in no others human relationship. Parents raise their children to live, not to die. When a child dies, the warm love and affection that flow from the parents to the child is cut off. The bible writer Paul described God as "the God who supplies endurance and comfort." God holds out a wonderful hope for all those in the grave. At John 11>25 Jesus said "I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE. HE THAT EXERCIES FAITH IN ME, EVEN THOUGH HE DIES, WILL COME TO LIFE." The nine accounts of ones in the bible who were resurrected are a guarantee that the resurrection of others is possible. (jOHN 5-28,29) What a blessed reason to hope in God! With the gift of your memories of Merrick they will bring you great joy. When a loved one becomes a memory that memory turns into a treasure. To help with the grieving process I found three ways. Talking and writing about my feelings. Also reading the information in the bible about the resurrection. May you and yours lean on Jehovah God for the strength you need at this sad time. (PSALMS 83-18) Agape M.L.Hurt

Our hearts & Prayers go out to you & your family.

Es, I am so sad for your loss. Merrick was always a busy boy when he came in. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time Terrie

My prayers are with you Please know you are not alone. God continues to walk beside me when i feel the loss even after 35 years.

My deepest condolences to you and your family. Keep your family close and cherish each moment you have with them. Kevin Wilkerson Joliet Fire Dept