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A Promotion for my father


Two years and three months after my mother passed away, my father has joined her. Pappa passed away on 17 June 2009 at 7am. He was moved out of the ICU on the 16th since there was nothing else the doctors could do for him. He had gotten to the point where there was no more response when he is called. After he was moved to the room, we tried to make him as comfortable as possible. Since the neurologist had told me that he may still have his hearing, I called Charlie and asked him to bring some CD’s with old songs that he likes, and the audio Bible in Malayalam. We played that in the room throughout the day, in hopes that he would be able to hear. He had said many times that since his eyesight is poor now, he cannot read the Bible anymore. That was a great loss for him…not to be able to read the Bible. I had always tried to get him to listen to the audio Bible, but he always said, “yes, but its not the same as reading it for yourself.”

During the night, I was in the hospital room with Pappa. Since his breathing was heavy, I followed his breathing throughout the night. I woke up many times and would listen carefully for the sound of his breathing. Finally, in the morning at 7am, he breathed his last, to be with his Lord that he loved so much.

In 1998, when my wife spoke with my mother about the death of both of her parents, Mummy recited this verse: “Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations” Psalm 90:1. It is good to know that our parents served and trusted God and passed on that faith to us. That gives us hope to transfer the same faith on to the next generation.

Thanks to all who prayed for us during this difficult time. I know that it was the prayers of so many that helped us to gain strength in God. Thanks for the many emails, sms, and blog comments that were left (including chat that I did not reply). Thank you.

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Alexi George

15 responses to “A Promotion for my father”

  6. Dear Alexi and familyMy heart aches for you. A little over a year ago, my daddy went home and although we miss him lots, we don’t grieve as this world without hope. Whenever sadness knows on my door, I just think about how exceedingly happy he is. They can never come to us but we can go to them. So you see, our dads are in our future!! We love you and are praying for you in Visalia, California!Praise Center Church Family

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  8. Dearest Shajichachan and family,I don’t know if you remember us, but we used to go to church together at Bronx Full Gospel Assembly, and our father’s used to live together back in the 1970’s….My dad, Ps. Kurien Thomas, from NY wanted me to send our family’s condolences….This is including Ps. T.T. Thomas and family also. Let us know if you need anything…My dad said you can call him at any time…His number is 516-833-7734…Again, we’re so sorry for your loss, and our prayers are with you all.Love always,Steve & Ancey ThomasPs. & Mrs. Kurien ThomasPs. & Mrs. T.T.ThomasBethel International Church (Elmont, NY)

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  9. Dear Alexi, We’re sorry to hear about dad’s homegoing. As you know, when we moved to Bronx, NY, your mom and dad played a huge role in helping us out. We traveled in your “Fiat” car several times to church meetings and grocery stores (Path Mark and A&P). We thank God for your parents godly testimoney and the heritage they have passed on to you, your brothers and your children. We’ll truly miss him but we will always cherish his life. I talked to my dad and he was very sad to hear about your dad’s passing away. He told me that he had visited him right before he left to the States which was around April 2009. Please accept our family condolences. We’ll keep your family in our prayers. We pray that God will bring peace and comfort during this time of bereavement. Koshy & Family (USA)

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