Saturday, January 24, 2015

Zach is Home!

Zach is home with Jesus!  I had the unbelievable opportunity to share in his final moments on earth--hold his face in my hands, pray aloud for God's mercy and peace, reassure him it was okay to let go, and tell him I loved him.  

Thank you for your prayers.  At this time I do not need anything beyond that.  I will sleep peacefully tonight knowing Zach is with his Savior.  

28 comments:

  1. Prayers, big hugs, and love coming your way....

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  2. Prayers, big hugs, and love coming your way....

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  3. Nicole, I am so sorry!!! Sending you prayers.

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  4. Nicole, your faith has been a beautiful thing to watch... Our prayers for your continued peace and comfort.

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  5. Nicole I have appreciated you letting us be a part of your world this past year through your blog. You have influenced so many of us battling with cancer through your writing. Thank you for sharing your heart. You and Zach have been so inspirational in your support and love for each other. May you find peace during this difficult time. You are an amazing wife and mother. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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  6. Nicole, I am praying for you and your family. You will be in my thoughts.

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  7. Nicole,
    You are amazing! Know that you and your sweet boys are in our prayers! Coach Zack will always hold a special place in Adam's heart! Your family has had a huge impact on our life and the lives of SO many! May your faith carry you!

    Amy Petersen

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  8. Nicole we love you! Thank you for sharing your story and most importantly your faith in God. It has made such an impact on so many people. We are here for you if you are ever in need of anything. God bless you and your boys. We will miss you Zach...until we meet again. Love always, The Rice family

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  9. Beautiful words. Perfectly said. Continued prayers for the family.

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  10. Aloha O'e Zach! You and your amazing bride taught all of us so much from your courageous battle. May God bless your beautiful little family with His almighty comfort and peace. Until we all meet again...Aloha O'e!

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  11. Thinking about you and praying for you often. You and Zach influenced more people than you will ever know. I'm so grateful to have met you. Sarah Syndergaard MSTI

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  12. Our prayers are with your family. Lovingly Coates Family

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  13. So sorry to hear of Zach's passing but thankful that he is now in the arms of the Lord and is no longer in pain. Love you to you and the boys.

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  14. Nicole, I've followed your blog this past year through the highs and lows, even though you don't know me but we have mutual friends. Please know that you are in my prayers. Praying for His perfect peace and comfort and especially for the kids. You have been a phenomenal wife, care-giver and supporter; Zach could not have asked for better. May he rest in the arms of Jesus now.

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  15. Nicole, much love and many prayers headed your way! May God bless you and send comfort at this time. Heather Larsen

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  16. I am reminded of a comment made by the sportscaster Stuart Scott (1965-2015). "When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and in the manner in which you live." Rest in peace Zach; you are an inspiration.

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  17. Nicole,
    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys today and always.
    Michelle Mathews

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  18. There are no words... my prayers have been and will continue to be with you, you are the strongest woman I've ever witnessed! God is good and will not leave you and the boys side through this or ever!

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  19. Nicole-I am so sorry for your loss. Your faith and attitude have been such an inspiration. You have two beautiful boys to help you through the days and months ahead. My prayers are with you. Maybe our husbands will meet in paradise and play golf together. Sending love and strength your way.

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  20. Nicole, you don't know me, but I have followed your blog this past year. You have been such an inspiration to me and many others. So many times over the past year, I have found myself praying for you and your family. When I hit a rough spot, I reminded myself of your strength and what you and your family were going thru. I am so inspired by you - and your ability to share the ups and downs - all the while staying so positive. Your faith in God shows what an incredible person you are. You know you will be reunited with Zach again. I will pray for comfort for you and your family. And your boys will grow up knowing what a kind mother they have and what a special love you share with their dad.

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    1. Nicole, you truly are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Your boys are so lucky to have you!!! Many Blessings! Xoxo

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    1. Nicole, you don't know me but I have been following your blog and Zach's story since the Aspen Leaf fundraiser in March. My heart goes out to you and your darling boys and family. I lost my son, Zach in 2006, so now your Zach and my Zach are together. Prayers and love to you and hugs your boys. Erin Ebright, Meridian

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  22. Nicole, you do not know me but I have followed your blog. Please know that Zach is with you in spirit and will show himself to you daily. Zach continues to live through your beautiful sons. You are an amazing woman, mother and wife. God bless you and them now and in the future. JM Wilson

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  23. Nicole, my husband, Nate, is friends with Zach from high school. He showed me your blog awhile back and I've followed ever since. I've admired so many things but mostly your love and faith in the face of such unfortunate circumstances. I am so so very sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for you and your beautiful boys. Thank you for touching so many people, whether you knew it or not, with your family's life. - Angie Smith

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  24. Nicole, I'm yet another person who you haven't met, but I have followed your blog and prayed for your sweet family since this time last year. We attend Eagle Christian, and I have a daughter at EHS, so we learned about Zach's cancer early on. Your love for Jesus and all the boys in your household shined so brightly through your blog, and you truly are an inspiration. My heart is heavy today, and I pray that you feel God's love and comfort like never before as you say goodbye and celebrate a life well-lived. ~Kim Whelan

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