On Tuesday, Matt’s Grandpa Coppinger finally got to meet the One he’s been living for the past 90 years. It’s bittersweet for us of course. We’re going to miss him. But oh are we excited that he’s received his reward.
Grandpa loved the Lord and loved his family. He spent years working with World Bible School, a program that reached people all over the world for Christ. He took many, many trips to Ghana, West Africa to teach people about Jesus.
Fifteen years ago, on what was Grandpa’s last trip to Africa…Matt took his first trip to Africa. He’s so glad they were able to travel and work there together.
You know one of the sweetest things about Grandpa? His kids still called him “Daddy”. Some of his kids are senior citizens themselves…calling their father, “Daddy”. I always loved that.
Here are some pictures taken at Christmas time with Grandma and Grandpa:
Here’s Grandma and Grandpa with most of their grandkids and their spouses.
Here they are surrounded by most of their great-grandchildren.
We’re so thankful that we had one last chance in December to hug his neck, to kiss his cheek and to tell him we loved him. And to tell him goodbye.
We’re gonna miss you, Grandpa.
Org Junkie says
What a sweet post Laura. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Michele @ Frugal Granola says
Oh, I’m so sorry for your loss, Laura. But definitely, what a bittersweet time. Oh, to imagine that day of being welcomed Home…
Hugs,
Michele
Delighting in the Days (Stacy) says
Dear laura,
I’m sorry that you and your family will be missing him. Yet, so pleased to know he was such a faithful man!
Stacy
Donna says
So sorry for your loss…
so glad to hear that it is gain for him though! What a great testimony of service!
Phil 1:21-23
Will pray, especially for his wife!
Jill Roper says
To Matt and the entire family I offer my prayer of thanksgiving and comfort. How neat that he was such a faithful man. Comfort for the hole that is left behind. I am thankful God gives us memories as comfort.
The Southern Housewife says
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. You will be in my prayers. He sounded like a wonderful man. I love how he’s just hanging out and reclining in that chair. Everyone worked around him- not the other way around. Too cute!
Erin says
What a sweet tribute.
Sherry says
Praying for your family during this time for comfort and strength.
Amanda says
It’s these bittersweet times that we can look to God for comfort. What a blessing that you got to have him well into adulthood and what a comfort that you know he is safe in the arms of Jesus! We’ll be praying for you all as, I know, he will be very missed.
Barbara says
Sorry to hear of your loss. Rejoicing to hear that he sitting at the feet of Jesus! I’m sure it wasn’t easy for you to type this post, but thank you for sharing so that we can uplift you and your family in prayer. I sense a GratiTuesday post forming in your thoughts.
Tana says
What a fortunate legacy that Godly man left for his grandson and greatgrandsons. Just think, if he were a different man Matt may not be the man he is teaching his sons to be today. God Bless you Matt.
Roberta Anne says
Laura:
What a loving tribute to a man who meant so much to you and to God. May you be comforted in your loss and may he be glorified in his gain.
Roberta Anne
Marie says
So sorry to hear about your family’s loss! He sounds like he left behind a great legacy! Praying for you guys!
Andrea in Alaska says
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. What a sweet tribute, though, to a good man. I’m glad you all were just there and able to see him. What a blessing. I also loved the little story on the WBS webpage today. It seemed fitting.
God bless.
Shannon says
I’m so sorry for your loss, but I’m glad to hear he’s with God now! (((Huggg)))
momstheword says
So sorry to hear of your loss. But what a joy to know that you will see him again one day! I am so looking forward to seeing my dad again.
Shannon Lea Fowler says
I’m so sorry for your loss! What a nice tribute post you made for him! He sounds like a GREAT grandpa.