Esther and Deborah (me). This picture was taken not long after Esther had brain surgery

I Love You Dear Sister How is it that you can be a God that really does care How is that true when there is sorrow everywhere Why does my sister have to be in this pain What can there possibly be for you to gain I don’t want you to take her she is far too young There are so many things that have yet to be done I have kisses and hugs and so much more to share I have taken too long to show her how deeply I care I love you dear sister with all of my heart But I know only too soon you will have to depart You have been through a lot in your 39 years You have been beaten and bruised and shed many tears For some reason the Lord has decided your time is near To be free from your troubles, sadness and fear For the Lord loves you much more than I can ever express And His arms are wide open to give you much needed rest Please don’t be frightened dear sister and know That the Lord has a wonderful place set for you when you go And we will once again be together one day When I will join you in heaven and say, I love you dear sister with all of my heart. Love Deborah

May 2006 My four children with their Aunty Esther and Aunty Claire. (from left to right) Kyla (10), Esther (38), David (16), Jordan (13), Stephanie (11), Claire (37)

We had a wonderful time together. We didn’t know that Esther would only live for another four months. Every moment was precious and we were able to say ‘I love you’ many times.

Mom and Esther. Touching, hugging and holding hands were too be a big part of the next four months. We were blessed to have those moments together to be able to say and do the things that may have been left undone or unsaid up to that point.

Esther and Roxy (our other mom). Until the very end Esther had a super sense of humor and made us laugh.

Esther and Claire (my other sis) Many hours were spent on the little patio in the backyard of the condo that my dad and Roxy rented so they could care for Esther. We would keep rotate our chairs so that Esther was not in the sun. We would start at one end of the yard and end up at the other.

My son David. His Aunty Esther loved his playing. He made up some songs and made her laugh. At the funeral he and his dad (Jim) played the most beautiful song, “In the Ocean of His Love” by Glenn Kaiser. After the funeral David put his guitar pick in the casket with his Aunty Esther…

Esther, Roxy and Dad Thank you dad and Roxy for the love and care you gave to Esther. You were selfless, caring and compassionate. You were able to care for Esther even as sick as she was because of your love for her. It will never be forgotten.

Mom and Esther. “Every moment together becomes a memory forever.” (Deborah Coggles). Thank you Esther for the memories you left with us. Thank you for your laughter, your love and your smile.

(left to right) Stephanie, Granddad (my dad), David, Kyla and Jordan. Times together suddenly become so precious. Nobody knows when or how…but it is important to take advantage of times together with family and friends. Esther showed us that. She may not have even known at the time that she gave us a special gift …understanding the importance of creating memories with each other.

Esther and Dad. My dad is an amazing man! I have always loved him but never as much as I do now. Dad, your angel Esther is watching over you! Yes…and she is probably enjoying that Philadelphia cream cheese and that cute guy angel on the cloud next to her!

Our 'little' brother Peter (left) and Esther's son Matthew (20 years old). Esther also leaves behind her beautiful daughter Cheyenne. Matthew & Cheyenne don't be sad your mom is in a wonderful place free from pain and is watching over you both.

The three sisters. WE will be together again one day!

The sun must set but it is not goodbye but rather “See you later Sis”

1967 - 2006

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