has suffered clinical depression his whole life. He needs to know Jesus Christ."

Pat did pray with Al Litchenburg to receive Christ in his heart. Years earlier Larry Wood also prayed with Pat this way. Although we saw little joy in his life, we believe he had accepted Jesus as best he could. Many of us agonized over his condition, hoping that he would know the fullness of God's presence.

The night before he died he and I talked on the phone (the second time that day). His voice was very weak. I pleaded with him to just release it all into God's hands. Margaret prayed that Pat would experience the peace and comfort of God. He genuinely thanked me for the kindness he had been shown. At his grave side service, three of us spoke. I ended my remarks by saying, "Thank you Pat for giving all of us a chance to be closer to Jesus as we loved you." He lived alone for many years. He was afraid and oppressed much of his life, but we believe he did not die alone.

This brief account shows only a sampling of the many acts of kindness shown by dozens of caring individuals. 

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D. E. Stribling
Co-director, IHNM, Inc.