Carol continues to rest peacefully . . . and more deeply each day . . . as she makes her journey home. The family keeps vigil and waits.
We do read your blog messages to Carol. The hospice nurses tell us she can hear them. So thank you for all the wonderful notes you post and the love and prayers you send!
Love,
Sally
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He shall keep them in perfect peace whoes mind is stayed on HIM. Thank you again Sally for the update. As a most popular songs says and I am sure "It is well with Carol's soul" as she rest. We continue to pray for her and the family that God's strengthen them along this part of the journey.
ReplyDeleteAmazing Grace, oh how sweet, oh how sweet
AME Pastor
Carol,
ReplyDeleteOh what a wonderful woman you are!! You have been a blessing to SSOO many people, a true warrior for and shining light of our dear Lord. He is calling you home to continue to prepare a way for all of those you love. Thank you and your family for allowing us all on this journey with you. We have treasured every moment we have spent with you. Your family will dearly miss you as will everyone whose life you have touched.
We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. I look forward to the day I meet you again on the streets of gold...
Love Bonnie & all of Christine Dayton's staff
My dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteDaily I have read of your journey. You have been such an influence in my life. You were my Core Leader in CBS at a very low time in my life. Your sweet phone calls and emails kept me focused and helped me forge how I would handle some life changing news. Your ministry was a strong one and you will be very much missed.
When my mother went through a similar journey last year, I sat by her hospice bedside and read scripture to her. Here is one that was a favorite:
Psalms 103
Praise the Lord, O my soul;
all my inmost being, praise his holy name.
Praise the Lord, O my soul,
and forget not all his benefits --
who forgives all your sins
AND HEALS ALL YOUR DISEASES,
who redeems your life from the pit
and crowns you with love and compassion,
who satisfies your desires with good things
so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's.
The Lord is compassionate and gracious
slow to anger, abounding in love.
as far as the east is from the west,
so far has he removed our transgressions from us.
for he knows how we are formed,
he remembers that we are dust.
the wind blows over it and it is gone,
and its place remembers it no more.
But from everlasting to everlasting
the Lord's love is with those who fear him,
and his righteousness with their children's children.
You have left a legacy dear Carol. We will say, she is gone, but Christ will say, she is HOME!!!
Yours,
Betsy
Carol,
ReplyDeleteYour journey has drawn me to reflect daily on all the wonderful things you have been in my life. We have had many good laughs together as we did our useful work. I treasure the Christmas picture of you, Frank, and children,as refecting the joy you are to your family and to all of us who know you.
You are in my daily prayers. Dick
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteWe have been following your journey since we first heard about your illness in April. I am thankful that we have been able to keep up with each other over the years since college. The grace and faith with which you have handled this path the Lord has placed before you is an amazing legacy for your family. We continue to pray for you. Gary and Nancy Wirth
Oh sweet friend,
ReplyDeleteYou are a treasure and I wanted to thank you for your prayers for Ryan. Good news is that he is on some new medicine that is helping him to focus and he is doing very well in school and feels good about himself. The nurses say that you can hear what they read so I wanted you to know how much I have appreciated your prayers and concern. I am praying for you and your family. Love, Donna
Dearest Carol,
ReplyDeletePlease know that we are praying for you and your family each day. We pray that God continues to hold you and your family in his arms and that you are comforted by his love. We so appreciate having the opportunity to be your friend - you are an inspiring, caring, sprit filled, generous person.
Love, Jane, Eric, Lindsay and Emily Romano
The steadfast of mind You will keep in perfect peace,
ReplyDeleteBecause she trusts in You.
Trust in the LORD forever,
For in GOD the LORD , we have an everlasting Rock. (Isaiah 26:3-4)
Dear Carol and Frank and Sally,
We follow along with your journey, and wish we were there to hold your hand and give hugs. Please feel the hugs of love that come to you through prayers from miles away, because we know that the Lord is there by your side and you can feel our love through Him.
Shalom.
Winn
Dearest Carol: We continue to pray for you and your family. The outpouring of love that your family has witnessed tells them that you are indeed a special, courageous, beautiful woman. If there were more Carol Marshalls in the world, it would be a much better place. Rest dear friend - Brenda and Larry.
ReplyDeleteCarol,
ReplyDeleteJob well done.
I hope that I can leave a legacy like yours. You're an inspiration.
Marshall family- Your trust in the Lord and strength during this time is encouraging. God has this whole thing in His hands.
We love you all,
Tim and Beth Brady
Dear Carol - what a great journey you are headed
ReplyDeleteon! Like the old pilot's saying - "to slip the surly bonds
of earth.". Then you show up in heaven to hear
"Well done, good and faithful servant, well done."
how exciting. We will all miss you tremendously
Don't worry, we'll take good care of Frank and your family.
Give Kay a big hug!
Love - Patty and Jerry
All we can say is that we love you, Carol. You'll always be in our hearts.
ReplyDeleteCe n'est qu'un au revoir, dearest friend!
Andre, Joseane, Anne-Marie, Michel and Catherine
To know God, to love and be loved, to have so many friends who will say, "my life is better because of you" - these are the signs of a life well lived. Mission accomplished, Carol.
ReplyDeleteWe will see you again, dear friend.
Love, Dave and Carolyn
Dear Carol-
ReplyDeleteFrom the first moment you moved to Cripplegate, I knew there was something special about you. You exuded this light of life. I was later to learn it was love for your Savior. You exhibited that in everything you did. From letting the O'Dell's traipse all over your house, to welcoming anyone in for a drink, to winter wonderland talks, to outlandish DC tours.
You have always felt like home.
And you have made that wherever you have gone.
I am so thankful for the chance to know you.
You have forever imprinted on my heart.
I love you.
Courtney O'Dell
Carol,
ReplyDeleteYou desired to honor and bring glory to God during this hard time. You have truly succeeded. It has been an amazing thing to read the blogs and see the body of Christ functioning in support of you and your loved ones. To those who do not yet believe, you have been a mighty and faithful witness. Well done, dear Carol.
With love and hugs until we meet again,
Elaine and Preston
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ReplyDeleteCarol,
ReplyDeleteOur memories of you span many cities and many different stages of life on this earth. You've taught us both how to know the Lord better. You taught Jenny how to be a woman of God when she didn't have a clue. You taught Matt how to bring faith into business without compromising excellence in either. In all our memories of you, what's consistent is your unwavering solidarity with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and your contagious energy that so easily drew others to you.
In his book "Don't Waste Your Life," John Piper writes, "God created us to live with a single passion to joyfully display His supreme excellence in all the spheres of life." Rest confidently that you have done just that. We love you.
Matt and and Jenny Poladian
Dearest Carol...Thank you for your ever upbeat and caring spirit. I truly appreciated your emails of support when my husband was in Iraq last year! I also LOVED planning surprises for your Mom at the coffee shop with you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for being God's love to so many. He is waiting with open arms. Rest assured, dear Carol, that your family will rest in God's hands and our many prayers. Love, Elisa
My dear Carol -
ReplyDeleteYou are that rarest of God's creatures - totally beautiful in every way. You have made an impact immeasurable, indelible and eternal. I - and everyone blessed to know you - will never ever ever forget you.
You will always be with us - in every day bathed in sunlight you are there - in every star-lit sky, you are there. In happy days and when we need encouragement, you are there. Because you have taught us how to live.
Thank you for being the wonderful, special, extraordinary, joyous and complete person you are. I love you. You are my hero.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers forever.
Your friend and admirer -
With love and prayers always -
Steve Kasloff
Carol, We continue to pray for you and your family and admire the inspiration you have been to all of us. While we'll miss you here we'll be waiting to see your beautiful smile again in paradise.
ReplyDeleteAll our love,
Wally & Eileen
Dearest Carol,
ReplyDeleteAs you go to see our Lord, our love will travel with you. You will be welcomed with open arms. When you finish Angel Training School, please watch over us because we still need your help. I know I often ask myself, what would Carol do? While we will miss the body, your spirit will always be with us. Thank you for sharing part of your wonderful life with us and may God's light shine brightly upon you. All our love, Tony and Joanne
Our Dearest Carol,
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing legacy of faith and love you leave to all of us. Your "can do" voice echos in my head and I smile as I think of you and hear you cheering me on. Rest in God's abundant love. He is truly saying, "Well done, my good and faithful servant." We will see each other again dear friend.
Denise
Upward I fly . . .
ReplyDeleteLet the way appear,
Nearer my God, to thee.
Steps unto heaven,
Angels to beckon me,
Nearer my God, to thee.
Dearest Carol,
You are on upward wing.
Your beautiful presence will always be felt in our hearts.
We send you our blessings and our love.
The Fabulous Ladies of Georgetown
My Dear Girlfriend Carol,
ReplyDeleteMy heart and mind are consently with you, even on vacation I am reaching for your blog and writing to you to let you know how much you are loved.
Barbara Dunn
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteYou will always be an example to me of what it means to live joyfully for Christ! I will remember your loving care as a core leader and your beautiful,radiant spirit.Until we meet again in the presence of the Lord,
Yours,
Deidra
Dear Carol and Frank,
ReplyDeleteI think of you both often throughout the day and night. My thoughts, heart, and prayers are with you.
Carol, you have been an inspiration to us "gals" at LFCU, making us all stronger!We love and appreciate you very much---take care.
Jan Franklin
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteYou are such an inspiration and perpetual encourager. Your presence in our office was always so uplifting to me, not an easy task in a dental office! Your blog is a small refection of the remarkable person you are. I am grateful to be able to read it be inspired by it. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love and admiration,
Mary
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteThrough the years at LFCU, I've often admired the way you've communicated your thoughts / concerns. You always took the time to make others comfortable - what a gift you've shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Vickie Ewing
Dearest Carol, Frank and the entire family,
ReplyDeleteThe Levys love you. You are a constant source of inspiration. Words can't adequately expresses how close you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Howard, Karin, Erica & Michelle
Dearest Carol,
ReplyDeleteJerry and I send our love and our prayers to you and to your family. We ask God to receive you as a true child of God and to recognize your life an example of what His love can accomplish through us mortal humans. Your love for your family, your extended family of friends and your extended family of your business clients over the years has inspired all of us to do more in HIs name.
In thanksgiving at the end of the Eucharist in the Episcopal Church, we pray: "and now Father send us out into the world to do the work that you have given us to do." You have done so much of His magnificent work, and we pray for your love of God to guide you safely home.
Much love,
Lynne and Jerry
Dear Carol and Frank,
ReplyDeleteIt is an honor for us to daily join with others in prayer for you and your family. While we await the outcome, which with all of our hearts we'd love to be a miraculous cure, we are so grateful for the myriad of ways you've impacted our lives for good. We are better people because of your amazing faith in Christ. Carol, if the Lord chooses to heal you through death, we thank God we will see you again. And since Christ could come back at any minute and would be bringing with Him all those who have "died in Christ," our reunion with you could be any day now. We'd like that a lot.
We love you,
Dave & Bernice
He will wipe every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; mourning and crying and pain will be no more; for the first things have passed away. And the one who was seated on the throne said, "See, I am making all things new."
ReplyDeleteRev. 21:4,5
Peter Balch
Our precious Carol,
ReplyDeleteNot so long ago, as we watched with awe while you fought this mysterious cancer with amazing grace, we were confidently agreeing that God was working a miracle through your overwhelming circumstances. Reflecting back on Christine and Erik's wedding day, it was obvious that God did just that -- created a miraculous recovery for you so that you could feel good, look gorgeous and enjoy your day with everyone. What a gift that was! God even took care of the rain and gave you sunshine instead. We just smile thinking back on that day for you. Memories to cherish and gratitude all around. God loves you so, Carol.
And now dear friend, as you reach out to grasp the ultimate miracle that our Lord has waiting for you -- walking side by side with Him in Heaven's beauty, surrounded by things that are unspeakably breathtaking, we continue praying for you and for those surrounding you. God is still creating glory for the Kingdom through you Carol and we are blessed to be a part of seeing you through these steps that remain until you greet the King!
We are so proud of you and so glad to call you our friend for all these years. Nothing can separate us from the Love of Jesus -- nothing from this earth and nothing from things beyond this earth. You belong to Him and He cannot wait to welcome you home.
We will hug you and love on you when we see you again beyond the veil. How glorious that will be -- and such a reunion! Honestly Carol, we can't wait to be in His presence together with all of our brothers and sisters in Christ. What a day that will be!
Rest, knowing that the best is yet to come -- beyond your imagination. We love you and love your family forever. Thank you for loving us back, Jeff and Jane
Carol - for a person that's supposed to be a writer, I am at a loss for words to express my feelings. Eternally greatful for what you have brought to my life; to what you have brought to so many others; how you have managed to sell your faith to industry in the guise of culture and ethics programs!; and how you have strengthened our faith by your example thoughout this journey. Huge hugs to you now, and when we meet again. Love, Marilyn & Steve
ReplyDeleteDearest Carol: Your cadre of warriors have learned so much through the brave fight you have fought. Love abounds for you and all the family. We are glad we've have gotten to know Wayne and Barbara and Ruth so well throughout this hard time. You have always been a leader and a loyal friend, and you are showing us all how a great faith supports all of us. We send you so much love for the miracle ahead. The Lord awaits with open arms for His precious Carol. We love you, June and Steve
ReplyDeleteCarol,
ReplyDeleteI am so privileged to call you my sister in Christ. Even though it's been years since I've seen you, it's been so great to keep up with your family through photos and notes. Kevin and I pray that you can feel the love that it being poured out for you continuously. I am in awe of how people literally across the world are in prayer for you. We will continue to lift up prayers of support for Frank and your family that they will be at peace and will feel God's powerful love in their lives. To know you has been a blessing. JoAnn & Kevin
Carol,
ReplyDeleteI mentioned this a while ago to you, but it’s worth repeating now -- for every person who posts to this blog, there are so many more who read, agree, and continue to pray for you and your family every day.
If you could hear the conversations that are taking place, you would know something about the impact you’ve had in this world. So many others have already reminded you of your amazing ability to be a friend and the extraordinary family that you have raised. But you should also know that you’ve done something big in the business world. You inspired business executives to be better leaders. Many thousands of employees in companies pay attention to their own moral compasses because you raised up a generation of ethics officers who reinforce that idea. And none of us in the ethics field will ever look at Dilbert the same way, because you believed that talking about ethics should be fun.
Most of all, your passion for truth and ethics has been planted in so many people throughout the business world. You made a difference, Carol…you achieved your kingdom purpose.
It won’t be quite the same trying to navigate the ethics industry without you, but I certainly have some great “Carol Marshall” pearls of wisdom that I will remember along the way. I -- along with so many other people -- am going to miss you terribly.
Yet as sad as I am for the rest of us, I’m excited for what God has in store for you now. You have held fast to God’s promises; may you now see them all realized.
Please know that you are so deeply loved. It has been a privilege to be your friend.
-Pat Harned
Carol
ReplyDeleteWe send our love and prayers for you on this journey and we are grateful for your grace. What a wonderful legacy you leave in Chip, Christine and Andrew and all of you family and friends that you have impacted so powerfully with your life.
It's all good!
Marty and Mary
Carol, We send our love and prayers for you. We are so thankful and happy that your mom has come to know our Lord. God was so good to let you know he answered your prayers. Johnny and I pray that you are aware of all the love that goes out to you and your whole family. Carol I am so thankful for the years I had to serve with you as a deaconess, you trained me up and I thank God for you, my sister. Love and Big Hugs, from Johnny and Leslie
ReplyDeleteCarol:
ReplyDeleteWhat a legacy! You truly are a woman of God in every way -- those who have written on this blog can testify to that. And I know there are many more who continue to pray for you and your family. Thank you for the impact you have made on so many lives, especially mine. For me, it has been a deep reminder that I need to get busy with my work for the Lord...there are so many who need to hear about Him. Through your life, you have shown me clearly the impact that one can have on this world.
Love,
Debbie & John Handlos & family
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteIn Kasisi Childrens home outside Lusaka is a most beautiful and simple chapel. It is where my son grew up. The interior is painted the blue of a crisp morning sky. The Sisters wear habits of the same color. When praying in this place, you can hear the music of children laughing, as the older Sisters sing their prayers.
At this chapel, the children of Kasisi celebrated a Mass for you. They danced and sang, swaying in a magical way that seems to speak of God's original joy for man.
God speed, good friend. We will see you shortly.
Warmest,
Carol,
ReplyDeleteYou know that Ed and I have always thought of you as the sister we never had. Our thoughts are with you, Frank, Chip, Andrew, Christine and Erik, Ruth, and Barb and Wayne constantly. Here is today's Google scripture gadget, for all of us:
Pro. 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
That is a message from scripture and a message that you taught us. We love you.
May the Lord hold Carol in his everlasting arms, and grant to those who love her a strength to serve, a patience to persevere, a love to last and a peace that passes human understanding. May the Lord hold us all in his everlasting arms, today and for all eternity; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
ReplyDeleteDearest Carol, I am eternally grateful that you were brought into my life and how you have strengthened my faith by your example throughout this journey. I am blessed to have you as a friend, Thank you for the wonderful memories. Huge hugs to you now, and when we meet again. Loretta
ReplyDeleteI dropped a tear in the ocean,
and whenever they find it,
I'll stop loving you... only then.
Dear Carol
ReplyDeleteYou have run a great race and fought a good fight. You have been such a wonderful living Bible to me and many. May you bask in the presence of Jesus as He holds you continually in the palm of His hand.
love, lydia
Dearest Carol, I am so moved by the influence of your beautiful life. Please pray for all of us when you become numbered among the great cloud of witnesses that are cheering us all on. How valiantly you have fought this battle---soon you will be victorious with your King. Bless you, dear friend. Thank you for being such a divine example of true hospitality--giving people worth. I will always cherish our few but precious days of companionship. Your family will always be in our prayers. Love, Susan Wallace
ReplyDeleteDear Carol, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Frank and the rest of your family. Thank you very much for all of your support throughout the years. You've been a great inspiration to me and I will miss you and your leadership here at LFCU very much.
ReplyDeleteLove, Ana Fonseca
Who knew what your journey was going to be when you made that commitment to Jesus at the women's retreat so many years ago. And what an incredible journey it has been as you have followed Him faithfully. Now you get to follow Him home. Thank you for letting me get a glimpse of your life through this blog. My prayers are with you and your family. Til we meet again.... Love, Joan Gangl
ReplyDeleteDear Carol,
ReplyDeleteWe are awed by the sentiments and prayers on this blog - you truly have influenced so many of us and have been an inspiration to all who have had the priviledge to know you. We wish you peace and pray for you and your family.
Love, Wendy and Bobby B
Carol, I am honored to have known you. You are a true inspiration to so many. Thank you for your kindness, support, and for sharing your wisdom over the years. I will never forget the detailed "insiders tour guide" map of Yellowstone you created for Ana and me when we were all in Wyoming. You are a shining star! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Andrea Carpenter
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteWe thank God in our every thought of you, and we continue to pray for His continued grace to you, Frank, and your family. Your life, faith, and courage is an encouragement to us as we've seen you fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.
We love you. Marv and Eileen
Dear Carol, Frank, Chip, Christine and Andrew,
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts and prayers are with you constantly as you journey through this most difficult time. Carol, we were blessed to have known you....you have truly been an inspiration!
God Bless You!
Tim and Lynn Cheney
Thank you Carol for the impact you have made in our lives begining with the season at ABF. Your beautiful life example of serving our Lord with wholehearted devotion through all seasons will live on in the lives of all who know you.
ReplyDeleteOur prayers are with you. We are trusting God in His faithfulness to supply all the sustaining grace and peace beyond measure to you and Frank and your family.
love, Bonnie and John
Dear, dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteYour journey through this illness has been difficult to say the least, but you have been such an inspiration as you always tried to convey to all of us the humourous side of it all. You are such a positive, glass full to the brim person and such a testiment to God and a faithful life. I treasure all of our times we have had together, even the worriesome night of the Las Flores fire-you were my rock!! Your face lights up any room. Your smile radiates from your soul and you make all around you feel so wonderful. As you leave us to go to be with the Lord, we grieve for the loss in our Earthly lives, but rest assured that we will meet again in the Lord's House. Be at peace, we love you now and forever.
Nancy, Dan and Samantha