Obituaries

A loving and talented Christian lady - she inspired us all at Packard Road Baptist Church. I smile knowing she is in the presence of our Savior. Prayers of peace and comfort to Dave and family.

I knew Pat, Dave, Shaula and David from AACS. Pat and I connected the last few years on FB and I enjoyed her articles. Please know that cherished memories of your family remain with us. Because of God’s grace we will meet again.??

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that the resurrection hope held out to all at John 5;28,29 and the promise of sicknesses being eliminated bring family and other loved ones a measure of comfort. Please visit JW.ORG for more comfort from God's Word.

My deepest sympathy to the family for your loss. At (Song of Solomon 8:6) it states "...Love is as strong as death..." May your fond memories prove true to that fact. Also, may the promises found in God's word the Bible, comfort all hearts, by its words of truth. (John 5:28-29) ~ (Psalms 37:9-11) ~ (Hosea 13:14) ~ (Revelation 21:3-5) ~ (Psalm 83:18)

Pat, you are a beautiful lady inside and out. You are an inspiration to us all. I am very honored to know you. You will be missed by all. We love you.

Mother of the Groom

It was a shock to read that she passed away last Saturday. Patsy ment more to me than just a far away relative. I met her so many years ago when she and her sisters Janet and Betty visited Holland and stayed with me and my wife Dorie in our house. I have a picture from that time with all of us. So young , with the future to come. We wrote a lot of letters as she was very interested in our way of life and the history - especially WW II - in Holland. Patsy was verry special. I really hope she did not suffered a lot. Now the Lord will take care of her and our prayers will go with her. Dave, my deepest codoleances to you and your family and much strength in this difficult time. Henk Geurden Rosmalen Holland

What a journey God prepared for Pat to travel! Her time on earth prepared her for her final home. I am privileged to have been a small part of her journey, while she was at Spring Arbor University. I am blessed for having to opportunity to get to know her.

I remember Pat fondly as a member of the team at Washtenaw Christian Academy. She had a quiet strength and wisdom about her, which exemplified her relationship with her Lord and Savior. She loved her family and was devoted to them. Dave and family, I am so sorry for your loss, and pray that you may find joy as you reflect on favored memories.

Dave and Family, I just want you to know, although I am on the other side of the earth, I am grieving with you your (ours too) loss and celebrating her victory in Christ! "Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?" 1 Cor 15:55 - All of 1 Corinthians 15 is so powerful and states we have a confidence that for believers it is not death to die. The perishable has been laid aside and given the garments that are imperishable. Again, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! This is most certainly not goodbye, but soon, we too will join her! This life is but a mist and no one gets off this earth alive. Still, my heart is heavy for all of you and so wish I could be there with you! May the presence of our Lord give you a peace that surpasses understanding! So thankful God will love you in ways I can't - even if I was there. Love to all of you! Matt

Dave, David, Shaula and family, we grieve with you. Please know that Patsy Coles will be deeply missed by all of us. Her laugh, stories, hugs and warm friendship. But most importantly, her love for Jesus and those around her. She has impacted so many of us. We will see her again soon. In turn we carry her spirit with us to care for all, to enjoy life and share Christ with all. Condolences from the Andexler’s.

I am so blessed to have known such a beautiful person. I love you, Pat. To Dave and Pat's family and loved ones - you are in my thoughts and prayers. We will miss her genuine concern for others, selfless acts and loving smile.

Pat was graciously my customer for many years. I became close to her after she shared her life ups and downs. I cried with her the day she had to have her hair shaved off. I prayed for her recovery and health. I now know that she's in God's hand safe and with no pain. We will see each other again sometime. Until then I will miss you?

Dave, and family. I am so sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed. She was a pleasure so watch even from a distance as she battled this disease and listen to her heart as she blogged. God bless you all. Shaula if we in the Financial Aid Office can be of any help to you here locally, please feel free to let us know. We are not that far away. Jody Reynolds Financial Aid Office Spring Arbor University.