Let’s face it – Marsha and David have some handsome little boys and Dozer is no exception. That bright eyed “Korean with blonde hair” sure knew how to make his mama’s heart melt whether he was talking about his “two foreheads” or outgrowing his lost blanky. Marsha is such a good mama and boy did she ever dote over this little one. And who could blame her? The little cutie was so musically inclined that he could play a guitar AND an egg slicer. I guarantee that he is making some sweet music up in heaven tonight!
Yes, Jesus has one more sweet little angel to bounce on his knee. Christian, whom Marsha lovingly referred to as Dozer, passed away in a drowning accident on Tuesday evening. He was a three year old boy wonder who was so excited to begin school in the coming weeks. He had only been a spectator to his brother’s lessons so far but he was a quick learner…
“one, two, fwee, foh, fiiive, sixteen, benineteen, fowteen, nineteen. I count fo you mommy!!!”
I know his mama, daddy, and his two brothers miss him deeply. They know he is in God’s loving arms but that doesn’t stop the pain they are feeling. I ask that you please, please pray for our friends. Marsha and David are amazing people and my heart is simply broken because this happened to them. Your prayers are coveted.
Cards or Correspondence can be mailed to:
David and Marsha Drews
c/o Rachel Harris
12830 N. Cypress Lane
Tomball, TX 77377
She will be sure to get them all to Marsha and David.
Father,
I pray that you would bless my dear sweet friend and comfort her and her husband and those little boys as they go through what is certainly the worst time of their lives. God I ask that you would keep your eyes fixed on them and your arms around them. I ask that you send thousands of angels to be there with them in their grief and comfort them. God, give them peace, the kind that surpasses all understanding. Give them joy. I know that only you know why these things happen but it just feels so unfair. Still we trust you. Please help us when we fail. And Father, give Christian a big hug and a kiss from each and every one of us. Thank you, Father. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it.1 Corinthians 12:26
Marsha and David we love you and will be here praying with you through this. We can’t even begin to fathom your thoughts or emotions right now but please know that we are here, whatever you may need. We love you.
Dozer, we’ll see you soon, sweetheart!
NOTE: It is Marsha’s request that in lieu of flowers or other monetary gifts, that we donate to her church’s missions ministries. As soon as that is set up we will let everyone know how to proceed. Christian’s wake/viewing will be held on Friday and the burial will be on Saturday. Please keep them in your prayers. In the meantime, if you have written a post to celebrate Christian’s life and you would like to share it then yes, you may link it here:
Please note that all entries on Mr. Linky that do not link to a post or tribute for the Drews family will be deleted.
Sprittibee also has links up at her site. SisterLisa wrote a great post about how to help a friend cope with the loss of a child.
Thank you all for supporting Marsha and her family. She is an amazing woman who loves her boys immensely. She needs our prayers and love right now.
Marsha, David, Tank, and Dash –
I really don’t have words to express my sorrow and sympathy for you. Many ((((hugs)))) and prayers. May God give you peace and comfort, and strength for each day.
Blessings,
Kym
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Dearest Marshie,
I keep thinking what an encouragement you’ve been to me, and keep hoping that somehow I could encourage you, but this trial is so much deeper than any I have ever experienced and I am at a loss to know what to say or do. So I pray, and pray and pray and pray. Oh and cry. I love you, friend. I thank God for you, and pray that HE would be the one to comfort and encourage you. I’m so sorry.
Grace and Peace,
Angel
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Your family is loved by many. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
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Dear Marsha and David, Tank and Dash, I don’t know you, but I am a part of HSS. We have 4 kids and a little boy your son’s age. Our hearts grieve with you during this time and we are praying for you-that God would wipe every tear and fill your hearts with His peace that surpasses all understanding. In Him, Kelly in Albuquerque, NM
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Marsha-
I love you. My husband and I have cried and prayed for you and your husband without ceasing today. I am so heartbroken with you. I just want to hold you, girl.
We’ll all continue to pray with and for you. And when you can no longer lift your hands in prayer we’ll all be here to lift them for you.
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Though I don’t know you , my eyes are streaming with tears for your family right now. I wish I could some how take away your pain or help you in some small way. Like it was written before may thousands of angels carry you at this time of tragedy. What a beautiful boy you had. Tomorrow I will hold mine closer show them more love and patience then I did today. God bless your family!
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My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am a fellow Super Friday Mom (this is our first year). May God comfort and keep you all.
Renee Faulkner
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{{{{Marsha & David}}}}
There are no words right now only tears.
Just know I am praying.
Many are praying.
You are so loved and thought of.
Our hearts are heavy.
Much Love,
Maria
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I’m so sorry for your loss. May the Lord hold you close in your time of grief.
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“Hear my prayer, O, Lord; let my cry for help come to you. Do not hide your face from me when I am in distress. Turn your ear to me; when I call, answer me quickly.”
Psalm 102:1-2
May God swaddle you with His tenderest care in the loss of your beautiful boy.
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May God comfort and sustain you. I haven’t the words… but He does.
In Christ,
Charity Woon
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/hstv
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Marsha, David, Tank and Dash. We are lifting your names before the Lord. Our hearts grieve for you.
Grace and Peace to you from God our father,
The Stephens Family
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I’m deeply sorry for your loss. I hope that you will find peace and comfort in the coming days.
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Dear Ones,
We will remember you in our prayers.
May God bless you all as He envelopes you in His arms,
Stacey Johnson
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Marsha and family,
May you find comfort in the Lords loving arms, our family will be praying for you during this difficult and hurting time.
With all our love and deep sadness for your loss,
Tammy
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Marsha and David, and your family, I am so sorry. We are praying for you. May you feel the Lord’s loving arms around you.
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Marsha, I'm just lifting up your whole family. Thanks for sharing Christian, David, Tank, & Dash with all of us through the years on your blog.
I'm praying for you all through tears, but I know the Lord is right there with you even when we all feel so far away.
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Hi, My heart breaks for your family !! I am keeping you all in my prayers, God Bless ! Jessica
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Marsha and family-
I am sure words can’t help your pain and heal your loss but the Lord will comfort you. I know your heart is aching and we are all praying for you! What a blessing it must have been to be the mommy of this precious little boy! My first child died before I had a chance to meet him- hold him. I know you are deeply sad but I hope in time you will feel the blessing of having such a precious gift- even for just a short time. The Lord will care for him and for you all and you will reunite again in Heaven! Our love and prayers are with you!
SchoolinRHome
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I sit dumbfounded. I am so sorry for your loss, and yet……I am praising the Lord for His carrying power. You are being prayed up much and I hope in some small token you will know how very, very much you are loved by all of your Jesus siblings. May you know peace, as only God can give it.
Love
Kerimae
Psalms 23:4 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.
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Been praying since I found out last night. My heart hurts. May the Lord lift you up and comfort you, daily, hourly. Please know how much you are being prayed for and thought of.
Kate
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Our prayers are with your family. No words can comfort the pain of losing a child. May God give you strength and peace and wrap His loving arms around you.
Vargas Family
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Thinking of you, praying for you, grieving with you in Johnson City, Tennessee though we have never met. May the prayers and thoughts of us all surround you like a blanket and bring comfort at this time. You are not alone. With love, Shannon
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Although we’ve not met, I am feeling great sorrow for your loss. I will be praying for the ache and void your family is experiencing, and that God will bless you and give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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Praying for God’s Peace that passes understanding to support you at this time and for His arms to hold you while you grieve. May He Bless you and all your family through this time of heartache.
MeritK
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There are no words. I can only say I’ll pray for comfort and peace as you mourn the loss of your precious little one. May God bless your family with comfort and give you what you need in the days ahead.
Blessings,
Elinor
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Drews Family — Our whole family groaned when we read about your loss. As many have already said, there really no words. If I were there, I would give a hug and cook some meals, but it still wouldn’t be enough.
I pray that God brings folks around who can minister to your family in tangible ways. Know that we are praying for your family.
Your sisters and brothers in Christ,
The Coults
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Marsha, David, Tank, and Dash,
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of (Dozer)Christian. Words cannot express how deeply we share in your sorrow. We are covering you all in our prayers and joining you in counting the time till we join Christian at the feet of our Lord.
Marsha, thanks for always visiting me and leaving such supportive and sweet comments. You make me smile and you always make me laugh. I love you dear friend.
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Dave and Marsha-
Our prayers are with you and that is all we can do to try to help ease all your heartache. We know that Jesus is hugging on Christian tonight!
Blessing,
Phil and Kiya
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Dear Marsha and family,
I have been praying for you and thinking of you.
Stacy
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Marsha,
I stumbled upon your page via the through the lens photography course. I am so sorry for your terrible loss, and so thankful for your great big God that I trust is faithfully ministering to your every need. I pray that you tangibly feel His nearness like never before and that the peace that passes all understanding would be yours in Christ Jesus. I pray that your family would be strengthened in this season and that you hold tightly to one another while keeping your eyes focused on Him and His promises to never leave or forsake you and to sustain you. I am so saddened for you and your family and know it hurts more deeply than I could understand…I pray for an abundance of God’s grace in this season, in Jesus name, Amen.
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My heart just breaks for your loss! My prayers are going out for your entire family. My God bless and keep you.
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Marsha, I didn’t know you or your family until I came across a post in THL, but I just wanted to let you know that I’m praying…
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Was encouraged to see the update from Marsha and Amy on her blog today. I’m in Houston and going to the funeral at 1pm. Praying that she will feel the love and prayers from all of you and continue to move towards healing. It will be a long road – but God is keeping them in perfect peace because they are steadfast in Him.
Love you, Amies and all the HOTM community. Thank you for your support and prayers for Marsha.
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I do not know you or your family, but I am praying for God’s peace for you.
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I am praying for you and your family.
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Having lost a daughter, I know no words could ever ease the pain or fill the ache in your hearts.
But I wanted you to know that I am praying for you and your family.
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When one suffers, we all do. Praying for the Comforter to minister to your every need. God bless you all with strength and grace to get through this time.
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Marsha,
Please know that your family is in my CONSTANT prayers. May the Lord surround you with his comforting arms. And may you feel the peace that Only comes from knowing Jesus, during this hard time you are going through.
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We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying and thinking of you all.
Jennifer & Carlos Morris with Morgan & Rachel
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Dear Marsha, David and the boys…
We’ve only just heard (thank you for the email Marsha). We don’t know exactly what happened but share in your sorrow and know that you are in good hands with God looking over all of you. This is certainly a difficult time and a time to find comfort and surround yourselves by those closest to you. Unfortunately we never met Christian but from the pictures we can see that he was just as lively and beautiful as Noah and Austin. We wish we weren’t so far away…
Love from your friends in Canada. Our thoughts are with you.
Roxane, Paul, Eric and Zachary
xoxo
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Marsha,
I am keeing you and your family in my prayers. I know you have a strong faith in the Lord, and I am sure He will help you get through. I also know that as a mother your pain must be very deep. I have written a post on my blog asking for more prayers for you and your family.
Your friend,
Amy
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Dear Marsha & David, and your entire family,
There are no words to express the heartbreak I feel for you and your family.
Keeping you all in prayer, may the Lord continue to give you guidance, strength, and wisdom as you venture into healing journey.
Please check out Remembering Our Babies Day@ October15th.com
You will find hope for the pain that only a mother that has lost a child can truly understand.
Many cities hold a gathering called A Walk To Remember, I encourage you to seek out the info and attend if at all possible.
Please know that if there is anything we can do just make it known. It is written that we should not carry our burdens alone.. we are here for you Marsha.
I am a mom to Angels ^V^
Skyler 6/01 and Bailey 1/02
Remember you are a strong woman, you are a mother of an ^V^ Angel.
For His Glory,
Valerie
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Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are very sorry for your families loss. Remembering little christian at soccer practice, he will be greatly missed. Our hearts are sadden by this terrible loss.
Love,
Andrew Ybarbo & Family
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxo
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I just found out about your loss and want to offer lots of hugs and sympathy. We lost our first son 18 years ago the 8th, and although we lost him at birth, I understand a little of your pain. Heaven has become all the sweeter with my “treasure” there, and I pray that our Loving Heavenly Father would enfold you in His arms of love and comfort you and sustain you in the days to come.
Blessings to your family,
Trisch
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Marsha,David,Tank&Dash~
I am sure you are still going through the unbelief of sweet Lil' Christian's passing. I am keeping you in prayer… continuing to lift you up; know that there are arms of love surrounding you from up above as well as many of us online hugs from a distance friends. Grace and Peace,
Love & prayers
Jenna Wallace
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