Lori, two years ago today, you were unexpectedly called to be with your Lord and Savior. Your sudden departure has been hard, but faith and many prayers and our community have carried us. You were a wonderful wife, best friend, loving mother, cherished co-worker, and manager. Your love of cooking and giving, blessed countless lives, from family to friends to strangers. Your care and compassion left a legacy that demonstrated your belief of:  Love God – Love People. Ironically, you passed away while in your Happy Place but you arrived in a much Happier Place. You are so loved and we miss you deeply. We hold on to the hope of one day reuniting with you in heaven.  Love, Steve, Connor, Hope, Lance, Evan, and Kourtney. 

Though 25 years have passed, the pain of that tragic day remains. Nearly 3,000 lives were taken in the attacks on the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and in the skies over Pennsylvania. For our family and the families of the victims, and for those who served so bravely in rescue efforts, the struggle continues each day.

We pause with gratitude for the courageous men and women who continue to protect our freedom and care for our communities. While our nation’s heart was broken and we’ve lost our loved ones, we see how God has brought comfort and hope, reminding us of His promise:

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” —Isaiah 41:10

As students, teachers, and families begin this new year, South Christian invites you to join them in praying for a year marked by growth, wisdom, and Christ-centered community. They're also looking ahead to their 75th Anniversary Gala on October 24th, a special evening celebrating God's faithfulness through generations. We thank South Christian High School for sponsoring today on 91.3 WCSG.

Sixty years ago today, we placed our lives in God’s hands and began this beautiful gift of marriage together.  We are so thankful He has blessed us with four adult children:  Rhonda and Dean, Kevin and Kim, Kara and Rob, Chad and Krysta, 17 grandchildren, 3 of whom are married and 2 great grandchildren. Through every season of our marriage, we have placed our trust in God and He has Faithfully led us.

As we celebrate this milestone, we give all glory, honor and thanks to Him.  We continue to pray for His guidance and direction in the year’s ahead.  Thank You, WCSG, for the hope and encouragement you share every day and for helping us celebrate 60 years with your listeners. Our prayer is that our story reflects God’s Faithfulness and inspires others to trust Him and that many come to know Jesus through your ministry.

Happy 6th birthday Camrie Jordan! Our Little Princess! We are so very thankful to have such a loving, fun and courageous granddaughter! Watching you grow in size and spirit and learn new things is such a blessing to witness! We are so very thankful that you are surrounded by a wonderful family deeply rooted in Jesus Christ. We continue to pray for you and your family, including little brothers Corbin and Caysen.

Psalm 121:7-8. “The Lord will keep you from all harm.  He will watch over your life. The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forever more.

Happy Birthday with hugs and kisses! Love, Grandma and Grandpa!

Aaron: Today we honor and remember the day our beloved son, Aaron Bert Bartman III, was reunited with Jesus. Although his time with us was far too short, we are comforted and blessed to know that he is enjoying eternal life with God in Heaven. 

Austin:  Aaron, we are so grateful that God chose us to be your parents, and we look forward to the day when we are reunited with you.   We feel your presence in the beauty of a double rainbow and the joy of watching your sister learn and grow and whenever we see butterflies, especially purple ones, the symbol of a lost twin.  

Austin:  We love you, pray for you, and miss you every single day. You will forever remain in our hearts. 

Love always, 

Aaron & Austin: Mama, Daddy, and your twin sister, Adalae 

Austin:  Let Us Pray: Dear Lord, King of the universe, since we are unable to hold our son on our laps and tell him about you, would you please hold Aaron on your lap and tell him about us? Let us also pray the Aaronic blessing Numbers 6: 24 – 26,  The Lord bless you and protect, the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you, the Lord turn his face towards you and give you his peace, in Jesus name we pray,  Amen. 

He notes that her family has comfort knowing that Kris is in heaven singing with the Heavenly Host. Kris, his dear wife of 52 years, is also missed by Kerry, Kim and Brad and 6 grandchildren to whom she was Grandma Mitten.

Kris entered heaven to be with Jesus, her dad, Casey Boersma, her sister Mary Huizenga, and her cousin Bill Wiersma.

Kris loved reading God's Word daily. She enjoyed participating in Bible Studies and found Psalm 23 was her comfort in her dying moments.

Today we remember our two precious girls, Harper & Emerson. Although their time with us was brief, we are blessed to know that these two angels are living an exciting and joyful eternal life with Jesus in Heaven.

Harper and Emerson, We are blessed that God chose us to be your parents and we cannot wait to be reunited with you.

Happy Heavenly Birthday!

We love you, pray for you, and miss you so much everyday!  Love, Mommy, Daddy, Addi & Parker

And we pray dear Jesus, Since we were unable to hold our girls in our lap and tell them about you, Will you please hold Harper and Emerson in your lap and tell them about us? Amen.