Monday, December 27, 2010
Celebration of Life
A service to celebrate Brie's life and service to her Lord will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2:00 p.m. It will be held at Hillside Church, 6100 Soncy Rd, Amarillo, TX. Please dress casually and come to worship and celebrate the Life and Love of Brie's life.
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Your family is in our prayers. Just know that everyone is thinking of you and your girls. Prayers over your sweet baby boy as well.
We will be praying for you & your kids.
Let us know if we can help in any way.
The BSF group
I am praying for your family. Brie and I became very good friends and I loved talking to her. If I can do anything for you all, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Eric, The Bracey family is praying for you and your sweet family. You are never alone. God bless you. The Bracey's, Kevin, Patty, Casey, Cole and Cade
I don't know your family but I wanted to let you know that there are prayers coming to you from my family! May God stay with you and your children through this difficult time!
The Fox Family
Sending prayers for you and your family. May God wrap you in His arms and give you peace.
The Longfellow family
My family is lifting up all of you in prayer during this very sad and difficult time. I knew Brie in high school and I always admired her for her strong faith and the love she had for her family and friends. I pray that God comforts the families and wraps his loving arms around Eric, their daughters, and their precious newborn son. - Tara Rust (Ballew) and family.
I am praying for your family... I dont know you but this tragedy is weighing heavy on my heart. May God bless these children and family.
The Borings
I don't know your family but my heart is hurting for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. May God lift you up and give you the strength to make it through this tragedy, and may he help strenghthen that precious baby. God Bless
My husband and I are praying for you and your children. My His great love and peace surround your family.
My husband and I do not know your family either but we feel your pain so deeply. We lost an 18 year old son in a tragic car accident and can understand the deep pain your hearts are in. May our dear Heavenly Father comfort you all and may this scripture help you as it did us: "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation,that we may be able to comfort those in any sort of tribulation through the comfort with which we ourselves are being comforted by God."-2 Cor. 1:3,4
I don't know your family, but we have a mutual friend in common. My husband and I are praying for your family. May God lift each of you up, giving you the strength and peace that only he can.
The Davis family
This horrible tragedy is weighing heavily on my heart. My family is praying for your family. Lean on God and He will carry you.
The Sangster Family
Dear Eric,
I pray with my whole being in spirit and in the flesh. I lift you, your lovely daughters and baby boy up before our Father through His son Jesus Christ. Trust that your family is being covered in prayer daily. May His arms sustain you and give your family peace that surpasses all understandning.
The Sawyer Family.
My heart is broken for you all. Brie is the reason why I can trust today in the knowledge that God’s plan is perfect even when we don’t understand. She introduced me to the LOVE of Jesus and the truth of His perfect plan. Her guidance into that relationship is the single best thing that has happened in my life. He, through Brie, changed everything for me and I know I am certainly not the only one she touched SO very deeply. I keep a note in my bible that Brie sent to me shortly after we met. In it, she begins by offering her sweet hand in friendship and then goes on to say, “I wanted to share this card with you, too. This peak is the mountain my dad and I climbed together! (and also my step-mom took this picture) It’s special to me.” She also shared this verse, “Jesus says in John 10:10 “… I came that [Kristi} may have life, and have it abundantly”. Thanks to Brie, I am living an abundant life through Jesus Christ and work hard each day to extend my hand in friendship to someone who needs to know Him!
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to each of you and I will borrow Brie’s signature from the card I so treasure because she taught me the importance of these perfect words…
“I’m praying for you – always. Love, Brie”
In Him,
Kristi Barker
P.S. -- Eric & family,
I would really like to have Brie's blog printed and bound into a book for you; however, I wonder if you already have one or if someone is already taking care of this for you. If you want me to go forward with printing the blog, please let me know (kbarker@southplainscollege.edu) and I would be honored. **
What a beautiful family and a truly special woman whose light will doubtless shine forever and until you meet again.
What a beautiful family and a truly special woman whose light will doubtless shine forever and until you meet again.
AS I lay my own children down at night, I have had such a heavy, heavy humble heart. Jerimiah 29:11 comes to mind. I feel that the Lord was speaking to Brie's spirit that morning when she made her last blog. I have been touched by tragedy myself and know the Lord's power and learned first hand of His character. Her destiny was fulfilled here on Earth. Yes, what a terrible tragedy. The Lord will make good on His promises. He WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU nor FORSAKE you. You guys are so close to His heart now, He will bring you peace and strength. I watched Brie push her little one in a stroller, with her kindergartener close to her as well, every morning to school. Had no idea what a legacy she would bring and how the Lord will touch many through her life. We don't know you personally, but we have shed many, many tears for you. We are lifting you up, and proclaiming God's promises over you and your little ones. He is with you, He is CLOSE to the broken hearted. Our deepest, deepest sympathy.
The Blucher Family
We knew Brianna from Ouray. Her grandparents used to keep our sons Justin & Caleb Milne when they were young. We are very sorry to hear about Brianna. All of her family is in our prayers. May you truly feel that "peace that passes all understanding" during this most difficult time.
Kelly & Elizabeth Clackler
I don't know your family, but I will definitely be praying for your peace and comfort during this time. May you press into our LORD closely! May He hold you tightly! Praise God that the believer has hope beyond this life! (hugs)
My heart goes out to you and your sweet children during this difficult time. I do not know yall personally. Just know that your family is being lifted up in prayer. Romans 8:28 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
The Hoffman Family
Brie worked for me while obtaining her bachelor's degree from Tech. She was a breath of sunshine and always had a smile on her face! May each of you have the hope and faith of the good lord at your side.... We at TTUHSC Medical Records have you in our prayers and send blessings and love to Brie's family. God Bless!
Jean Soles
We want you to know that we are praying for your sweet family also. Our son has been so blessed to have you as his coach this year, and we will truly miss your sweet Brie. The joys of Heaven are that much closer to you now--what a wonderful tribute to a precious young woman of God.
We are praying for that little one in NICU now--God's mercy and faithfullness are with you. We all love you!
I pray that you will accept my thoughts and blessings for you and your family. There are not words that express the grief I know you are experiencing.
Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers since I began praying for you through the info from a friend. Words cannot even express how deeply saddened I am at the loss of such a Beautiful women inside and out. What a woman of "Faith"!! Your family was truly blessed by an Angel!! I have recently viewed your blog and what a wonderful thing to have and cherish forever. I know it seems like she is gone forever, but remember this is not our eternity and there will be a day....
The song by Jeremy Camp.."There will be a Day"
Please know that you and your sweet family are being prayed for by many many people....
The Majors Family, Brentwood, TN
Praying for your entire family and for baby Curran.
I was so very sorry to see the post at Kelly's Korner blog. I am praying for your whole family and am so sorry about Brie. I lost my mom at a young age, so I know your children (and you) will have a challenging road ahead. May God be with you every step of the way.
The Schranz Family
http://missyschranz.blogspot.com
Just stopping by from Kelly Blog to let you know I will be thinking about your family and your sweet baby boy. I am so sorry for your loss and can only hope and pray your baby boy will be ok.
Oh Brie, I remember meeting you at Nine30 during my first year at Tech. Your smile, thoughtful words and joy for life is infectious. And I pray Mali, Eleri and Curran will carry those same character traits.
You all have been in my prayers since Monday evening when I heard of the accident. I am so encouraged by you and your life and the impact you have had. May the Lord continue to be glorified and may he guide, encourage and love on Eric as well as your families.
Just a stranger who stumbled on Brie's blog from a prayer request on another blog. I wish I had more to offer than prayers, and my favorite poem that someone once shared with me:
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there. I did not die.
Eric, Mali, and Eleri,
I am so sorry for your loss. I found Brie's blog via Kelly at Kelly's Korner. I will be lifting you in prayer and know that I am praying for your little boy.
I am so sorry.
Bethany (CA)
Please know that your family is in my thoughts during this difficult time. May God be with you and those surrounding these circumstances.
Simply awful! My heart hurts for you all and especially those sweet babies.
I read about your family at Kelly's Korner blog...May God provide your family with peace and loving memories during this unimaginaeble time...my prayers are with you and your family.
Hi, I also read about your family on Kelly's Korner blog. Just wanted you to know that I will be praying for your family!
What a special woman Brie was. I didn't know her or her precious family; I only heard of this tragedy through a mutual friend's Facebook update. I spent a full 8 hours at work today reading her blog. What a humble, loving, beautiful person she clearly was, and what a wonderful gift her writings and photos will be to her 3 children to treasure forever.
Sara B.
Pittsburgh, PA
I also stumbled upon Brie's blog while reading about the tragic accident. Reading Brie's words make me want to be a better person myself. I wish I could have known her. God bless you and your family.
O.I.M.
Pittsburgh, PA
Stopping by via Kelly's Blog, so sorry for your loss. Prayers from the Bradley family in Missouri.
Praying for your family during a horrible loss! So very sorry. No words to help with the loss that you feel, only the Lord can give you what you need! I pray you feel the prayers of people around the world for you.
I'm just heartbroken for your family. I've followed this blog from time to time through a mutual friend, Kristi Barker. My husband is also a coach. -Just a few connections.... Our most important connection, though, is Jesus. Our mutual friend Kristi, inspires me to be closer to Jesus any time I get to see and be around her. I did not know Brie is who changed her life until now. So you see, because Brie changed Kristi's life, Kristi's witness has strengthened my walk. And I'm sure both of these women have changed the lives of many many others. Thank God for Brie's life.
My heart goes out to you, as God has orchestrated that I saw Brie's name in two places tonight -- places I rarely "go": The AJ website and then another blog, which mentioned Brie's death. I know that I know that I know my God has caused your path and mine to cross now, though never before. May He hold you and protect you with that very sweet sovereignty that is His alone.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Though I didn't know Brie, it is evident that she has touched many lives.
Sending prayers to Brie's husband, children & family. I was made aware of her passing via Kelly's Korner blog and just wanted to offer my condolences.
After hearing of your loss, your family has been heavy on my heart. You all are in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers. May God be with you during this difficult time. And may He heal your baby boy.
May you find peace, My prayes are with you and your family...
Sending prayers to your family from Illinois. I don't know your family. I read about Brie's passing from a blog I follow (Kelly's Korner) and my heart just broke. May God shower you all with love, strength & guidance during this time.
Ginder Family
Illinois
Praying from Flower Mound, TX.
Eric, I didn't know your wife and i just know you as a coach that the kids love. I stumbled upon her blog and have read and read. Your wife was an amazing women who made me want to be better just by reading her words. You, your family and your children are in my prayers.
I saw your story on the news. I am sorry to find her blog this way. What a testamony to who she is as a person, wife and mother. I am praying that God gives you some sense of peace through this unbearable circumstance. I pray that he would show you hope for all of the people that her words could save. I am so sorry for the family and for those sweet babies.
I am a friend of Kristi Barker...I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your whole family. What a tragedy this is but from what I can tell she touched many lives with her own, was a beautiful woman who loved her Lord and Savior, and definitely left a mark on anyone she came in contact with. i am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you especially in the days to come. With my love, Vicky Wallace
The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name' sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil: For thou art with me;
Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies;
Thou annointest my head with oil; My cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever.~ Palsms:23
I am so sorry to hear of your lose...My stepson plays football for Amarillo High and our paths were crossed the night of the accident. I work at NWTH and was on call and called out the night of the accident. The devestating news has weighed heavy on my heart. I will be praying for you, Mali and Eleri and Gods little gift, Curran. God Speed.
The Glidewells
I am praying for your beautiful family.
Praying for you and your family. My husband and I have been praying for you daily sometimes hourly for you and your kids!
My heart breaks for your family. Found your blog this weekend and I am praying for you. What a tragedy.
I heard about your loss through Kelly's Korner, and I just want to say that I'm praying for you all. And I'm thanking God that you know Him!!! May you find your trust in Him although it probably seems soooo hard and rather impossible at the moment!!!!! May the Lord just be with you and may He shower you with love, peace and strength!!!
In Christ. -Emily W.
My heart breaks for you and your sweet family every time I read another article, hear a news story or just talk with Jon about memories, etc. I got to know Brie over the past years (thru blogging, comments and FB mainly) and ofcourse Jon loves you both dearly! You are never far from our thoughts and have stayed in our every prayer as you will continue to do so. I pray God is wrapping you in the love of family and friends close and that he provides you the strength you need to endure with a whole spirit! Brie was an amazing woman and her testimony will live on! Her unending love and obedience to God has made such a powerful impact on our life as well as for others proven by the countless comments confirming. We love you all and we won't stop praying for you!
Isaiah 41:10
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you.
Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you.
I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.
Much Love,
Brooke Howerton
Baby Curran is in Need of Breast Milk. Anyone willing to donate, please call 817-810-0071. You do not have to live in TX and the Texas Milk Bank will pay your expenses. Please let anyone know who may be able to help.
praying for your family! may you find comfort in Him.
I am so sorry to hear about Brie. I do not know you guys but my 2 year old daughter, Evie went to be with Jesus a few weeks ago on December 9th. Someone asked Kellys Korner to pray for us and i went to her blog today and noticed a prayer request for your family. I know your hearts are broken and i am so sorry. You are in our prayers!
The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. 17 He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. 19 For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, 20 and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.
Colossians 1:15-20
Our Pastor told us last Sunday that "we can grieve, but grieve with hope"!
We are praying strength and comfort for your family.
I am so sorry for your lost. Your wife was a angel on earth who's job here was done well. The love she has left behind will stay with the four of you always. I do hope the baby is doing well.
Praying and thinking about your family. Now you all have a guardian angel!
I have been thinking about your family since the prayer request went out on Kellys blog. We are so sorry for your loss. We would love any updates you have, and we will continue to pray for you and your girls and your baby boy.
Laura
Just noticed someone asking for an update. Please continue to pray for the entire family and you can follow Curran's progress here along with information about them all:
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/currangomez
My family doesn't know yours, but we used to live in Amarillo and heard of this thru a friend on Facebook who is advertising for the benefit at Rosa's...
Anyway, our prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. This story has touched my heart.
My friend wrote this poem at the age of 12 before she died suddenly. I hope it brings you comfort...
Sunshine and Rain
No life is useless and no day is vain,
For God has a purpose for sunshine and rain.
All are discouraged, and everyone cries,
But we're never alone beneath cloudy skies.
All hearts can break...they're fragile as glass,
But God will mend them, and this too shall pass.
Sometimes we succeed, and sometimes we fail,
So follow your dream whatever the trail,
For no one's a loser who gives it his best,
And you can stand tall above all the rest.
Those who are faithful are noble at heart,
And no life is useless when God has a part.
Be swift to give praises and slow to complain...
God has a purpose for sunshine and rain.
What beautiful girls and little guy. Keeping up with you all and praying for you during this time.
Kelley
I have exciting news!! Brie's blog will soon be available in print for a donation. Watch for more information!!
I have you all in my thoughts and prayers
Kelley
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