Dear Family:

It is with great sadness that I share with you the news that Dale Derflinger, Sr., died suddenly last Sunday.  His memorial service will take place this Saturday, May 19, at 11:00am at the church.  Everyone is invited to attend.  Please keep his wife, Kelly; his son, Dale, Jr., who will be confirmed in a few weeks; and his mother-in-law, Yvonne Chrisikos, in your prayers during this difficult time.  I encourage you to join with me in praying the following prayer:

Merciful Father, Your will and plans for our lives are beyond our understanding.  Please comfort Kelly, Dale, Jr., Yvonne, and all family members whose hearts are heavy with sorrow and grief, and lead them to look to you for confidence and strength as they face the future.  Sustain them with your presence and fill them with your love.  In the name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray.  Amen.

In God’s Service,
Pastor Bill