Hello from Bend, It’s been another crazy few weeks. It’s really hard to write a “news” article when you’re just so darn sad. Speaking of sad…. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. Check on your friends. Know that just because they say that they are OK, does not mean that they are OK. For those of you not OK, know that it is OK to not be OK. One thing I recently learned is that the Suicide and Crisis Hotline has made it a lot easier to contact them. All you have to do is call 988, or send a text! 100% free and confidential support! They really are a blessing for any type of emotional support; don’t be intimidated by calling.
My greatest love, Peter Andrew Henniger, was laid to rest on May 13, 2023. Between the visitation, funeral, and burial there were hundreds of guests. At least that’s what it seemed like, but I don’t believe I’m too far off with that guesstimate. It really was the most beautiful service I think I’ve ever seen.
The day after Pete’s burial, my youngest kiddo River and I went to Lily Springs Nursing Home to see Robert ‘Bad Bob’ Fullerton. His recent stay home was cut short due to yet another fall. River and I spent about three hours up there with him, and he was not doing good. The next day, Monday, May 15, 2023, I got a message that it was time. I hurried to Lampasas, and within 30 minutes of being there, he took his last breath. He was surrounded by me, Madison Henniger, Daniel Craig and Dylan Craig. I’m glad he wasn’t alone. I’m also glad to know that he is in Heaven now with Pete, and he is breathing easy! Bad Bob is to be cremated so there will not be a funeral service. I will be planning a Memorial/Celebration of life at the Bend Community Center once things settle a bit; date to be determined. Rest in Peace Bad Bob!
This is a pretty hard hit to my family. This is two major chapters in life coming to a close, and to be honest, I'm just not sure what to even do with myself right now. I am returning to work tomorrow, but I also don't know if I am ready yet. I'm not accomplishing much at home though, so I'm going to give it a try.
I want to thank the Bend community for all of their support during this time. It's important for me to realize that these are not just losses for me, but for the whole community. <3 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
Until next time…Yours truly, Brandie (Henniger) from the Bend; 325-628-3545 countrybrandie@gmail.com