Fellow woodworker has left us....

[Jonathon Spafford]

I'll be praying for him and his family... I don't know Dale personally, but with the creek we all feel like friends though most haven't met!

[Belinda Barfield]

"The Carpenter"
a poem by G.E. Nordell

There was once a master carpenter
and he lived a good life
for he loved to work, building things of wood.
He was loved by his family,
by his sons and his daughter,
and especially by his wife.
He was loved by everyone who knew him.

And at the end of that good life
when it came time for him to die
the old carpenter soared
into the white light of death –
for the white light is where the good souls go to.
And the white light warmed him and
nurtured him and
fed him great peace. And when this carpenter arrived in heaven
he was expected and
immediately he was put to work:
for the Pearly Gates
were a bit loose
and St. Peter's desk
had a couple of drawers that stuck.
And before long
the old master carpenter
began to build
a new throne
for God.

[John Miliunas]

Thank you, Belinda. I'll be sure Stacey gets a copy of this. Much appreciated.

"The Carpenter"
a poem by G.E. Nordell

There was once a master carpenter
and he lived a good life
for he loved to work, building things of wood.
He was loved by his family,
by his sons and his daughter,
and especially by his wife.
He was loved by everyone who knew him.

And at the end of that good life
when it came time for him to die
the old carpenter soared
into the white light of death –
for the white light is where the good souls go to.
And the white light warmed him and
nurtured him and
fed him great peace. And when this carpenter arrived in heaven
he was expected and
immediately he was put to work:
for the Pearly Gates
were a bit loose
and St. Peter's desk
had a couple of drawers that stuck.
And before long
the old master carpenter
began to build
a new throne
for God.

[John Miliunas]

Received this note from Dale's daughter early this morning:

Hi Friends,

It is bitter sweet that I must write you with this news … but my dad has left us to be with Jesus. He passed away late yesterday afternoon following his 10-month battle with lung cancer. My mom was at his side as he peacefully passed which is such an answer to prayer. The funeral will take place in Peshtigo next Saturday (June 2nd), so your prayers for God’s sustaining mercies would be appreciated.

What a journey this has been, but I’m so thankful to God for His strength, love and peace throughout. Knowing that my dad was at peace with His Savior has allowed us to be in a place of peace also. Eternal peace is truly a precious gift and one I’ve learned not to take for granted in these past days.

Thank you again for your concern and support. I pray you are blessed for being a blessing to us J

In His Care,
Stacey
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I too would like to add my "thanks" to you folks for your prayers, thoughts and messages. I'm sure Pesh now has the absolute best woodworking shop in the universe. Good bye, my friend....

EDIT: In looking at this post, I suddenly realized that it's really NOT "over". For our dear friend, it's merely a continuation of his journey. I only hope and pray that one day, our paths may once again cross. God speed, Pesh!

[Steve Clardy]

May you rest in peace Dale

[Nancy Laird]

Pesh's body may have left us, but his spirit will live on here in this forum in all of the threads in which he imparted his wisdom, his wit, and his emotions.

Rest in peace, Pesh. You will be sadly missed.

Stacey, my heart goes out to you and your family at this time, but please be comforted that so many, including those of us who never had the honor of meeting your father, will remember him as a decent, honorable, and just plain funny man.

Our sincere condolences.

David and Nancy

[Jason Roehl]

See you on the other side, Pesh. You've got it better than we do now. Our condolences to your family.

[Ken Fitzgerald]

My sincere condolences to Stacy and other family members and friends.

Pesh........we'll miss you!

[John Miliunas]

Hey folks. While I realize it's most probably not feasable for most of you to attend, many folks have asked for continued information on Dale's final arrangements as passed on to me by Stacey.
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Friends and Family,

Your outpouring of support has been so appreciated. Many of you have asked about the funeral arrangements for my dad … for that I am grateful.

Date: Sat., June 2nd
Visitation: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Service: 5 p.m.
Location: Faith Baptist Church
350 N Stephenson Ave
Peshtigo, WI 54157
(715) 582-3655
www.fbcpeshtigo.com

Dinner will be served at the church immediately following the service.

If you’re unable to attend but desire to write condolences to the family, visit the following link:
http://hansenonionmartell.com/forms/condolence.php
His full name is Dale A. Thompson.

Your continued prayers during this time are appreciated. God has been so faithful to answer those prayers throughout this journey J

With love and thanks,
Stacey
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Again, a personal "thanks" from me, as well, for all the support.