It's the day after Christmas 2009 and I can't help but think that even as those who love Matt missed him dearly during this season, what an amazing Christmas he must have experienced in Heaven!
The Christmas Eve service at my church was incredible! The music, the lights, the friends and family I was blessed to spend time with. Even as beautiful as everything was here, I am overwhelmed with wondering what sights Matt saw, what songs he heard during his first heavenly Christmas ... it's almost too much to wrap my head around! In our loss, Matt is whole and celebrating with the one who is the reason for our lives, our salvation.
Merry Christmas and continuing prayers and love to the Krause family.
Merry Christmas to you all --
~ r
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Friday, December 4, 2009
Days go by...
Just been thinking...it's been a couple of weeks since Matt left us. Days go by, hours and minutes tick off, but the sense of disbelief and sadness lingers. Know that in your sad times, when you feel like the world is out of control and makes no sense, we are all walking this road together.
Mark, Nancy, Missy, and Nikki -- we remember. Just wanted you to know that we're all still here and still loving on you.
~ r
Mark, Nancy, Missy, and Nikki -- we remember. Just wanted you to know that we're all still here and still loving on you.
~ r
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Celebrating Matt's life
Yesterday's celebration of Matt's life was a wonderful time of fellowship for all. Many tears were shed, much laughter was heard, and LOTS of hugs and stories were passed around!
I think Matt would have been surprised at the number of people who came to honor him. As Mark said, Matt was a simple man -- he may not have truly understood how much his friendship, his shy smile, and his sincere care and concern for others really impacted those he came into contact with.
Perhaps an easy way for us to honor Matt in the coming days is to pay it forward, in a sense. If we make the effort to look for the times when we can help others...hold open a door, help change a tire, give a friend a ride, make someone laugh...we are living what Matt proved each day: Showing others God's love in practical ways and having fun don't have to be mutually exclusive, but rather can actually be one-in-the-same.
Even in this season of grief and missing Matt, we have so much to be thankful for. I, for one, am thankful to have known Matt the gentleman, Matt the caregiver, and Matt the Redneck!
Happy Thanksgiving, ya'll --
~ r
I think Matt would have been surprised at the number of people who came to honor him. As Mark said, Matt was a simple man -- he may not have truly understood how much his friendship, his shy smile, and his sincere care and concern for others really impacted those he came into contact with.
Perhaps an easy way for us to honor Matt in the coming days is to pay it forward, in a sense. If we make the effort to look for the times when we can help others...hold open a door, help change a tire, give a friend a ride, make someone laugh...we are living what Matt proved each day: Showing others God's love in practical ways and having fun don't have to be mutually exclusive, but rather can actually be one-in-the-same.
Even in this season of grief and missing Matt, we have so much to be thankful for. I, for one, am thankful to have known Matt the gentleman, Matt the caregiver, and Matt the Redneck!
Happy Thanksgiving, ya'll --
~ r
Monday, November 23, 2009
In today's paper...
Matt's obituary listing is in today's AJC and also at AJC.com.
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/atlanta/obituary.aspx?n=
matthew-krause&pid=136331328
It's still so unreal...it seems impossible to really understand and accept that such a young, fun, vibrant life is gone from us.
The Krause family is bearing up with such courage and conviction -- what a testimony to the strength of their family and the love they have for each other.
Praying God's peace and mercy for us all in the coming days,
~ r
Got a favorite Matt story? Feel free to post it here...he always loved a good laugh!
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/atlanta/obituary.aspx?n=
matthew-krause&pid=136331328
It's still so unreal...it seems impossible to really understand and accept that such a young, fun, vibrant life is gone from us.
The Krause family is bearing up with such courage and conviction -- what a testimony to the strength of their family and the love they have for each other.
Praying God's peace and mercy for us all in the coming days,
~ r
Got a favorite Matt story? Feel free to post it here...he always loved a good laugh!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Matt's final gift to others...
As further testimony of his compassion and love for others, a while back Matt had agreed to be an organ donor. Matt could have never known his life would be tragically cut short; however, his noble act will save or improve the lives of as many as 50 people!
Just thought you'd like to know...
~ r
Just thought you'd like to know...
~ r
Please join us as we celebrate Matt's life
The Krause family sends their heart-felt appreciation to everyone for the outpouring of love and prayers for Matt and the family. They ask that you continue to keep them in your prayers as they begin the heavy task of moving forward without Matt.
Please join us as we celebrate the life of Matt Krause
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3:00 PM
Macland Baptist Church
3732 Macland Rd.
Powder Springs, GA 30127-1337
The family will receive friends in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:
Henry W. Grady Health System Foundation
50 Hunt Plaza, Suite 803
Atlanta, GA 30303
Memorial donations may also be made online at: Gradyhealthsystem.org
(follow the links: "Give to Grady", then "Grady Foundation")
Please mark gifts "In Memory Of Matthew Krause for Trauma Care"
~ r
*If you would like to bring food for the post-service gathering or to share with the family, someone will be in the Fellowship Hall at the church beginning at 2:00 PM to receive it. Thanks --
Please join us as we celebrate the life of Matt Krause
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3:00 PM
Macland Baptist Church
3732 Macland Rd.
Powder Springs, GA 30127-1337
The family will receive friends in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:
Henry W. Grady Health System Foundation
50 Hunt Plaza, Suite 803
Atlanta, GA 30303
Memorial donations may also be made online at: Gradyhealthsystem.org
(follow the links: "Give to Grady", then "Grady Foundation")
Please mark gifts "In Memory Of Matthew Krause for Trauma Care"
~ r
*If you would like to bring food for the post-service gathering or to share with the family, someone will be in the Fellowship Hall at the church beginning at 2:00 PM to receive it. Thanks --
Friday, November 20, 2009
Update - Friday, 11/20/09
In meeting with doctors earlier today, the Krause family was told that Matt’s injuries were more severe than originally thought. He was paralyzed from the neck down, and would require the use of a ventilator for the rest of his life. A short time later, Matt’s physical condition began to decline rapidly and the doctor’s were unable to resuscitate him.
Matt Krause went home to be with the Father at 3:48 pm this afternoon.
The family has asked that we allow them some time to be together without interruption so that they can begin to come to terms with the loss of their beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and cousin.
Plans for a memorial service are underway and will be posted as soon as they are finalized.
Pray for the Krause family – pray for each other. Hug your family a little closer, a little tighter, and praise God for the precious gift we were all given to have known, loved, and been loved by Matt Krause.
~ r
“Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope.” (1 Thess 4:13)
Matt believed that Jesus died and rose again for him. He loved the Lord, and we WILL see Matt again. He has a new body in Heaven and has seen the face of Jesus. If you have questions about the truth of God’s love and the saving power of Jesus Christ, please ask...you can reach me at tracchristian@bellsouth.net or 770-630-7418.
Matt Krause went home to be with the Father at 3:48 pm this afternoon.
The family has asked that we allow them some time to be together without interruption so that they can begin to come to terms with the loss of their beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and cousin.
Plans for a memorial service are underway and will be posted as soon as they are finalized.
Pray for the Krause family – pray for each other. Hug your family a little closer, a little tighter, and praise God for the precious gift we were all given to have known, loved, and been loved by Matt Krause.
~ r
“Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope.” (1 Thess 4:13)
Matt believed that Jesus died and rose again for him. He loved the Lord, and we WILL see Matt again. He has a new body in Heaven and has seen the face of Jesus. If you have questions about the truth of God’s love and the saving power of Jesus Christ, please ask...you can reach me at tracchristian@bellsouth.net or 770-630-7418.
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