Tribute to Michael Yeakley
Michael Yeakley, our oldest child, ended his life’s race at the age of forty this April. He died unexpectedly of a heart attack while mountain biking here in Colorado. Dana and I are so grateful for the gift that Michael was to us personally and to many others who knew him. He leaves behind his wife Joy and two boys: Corban (15) and Byron (13).
While going through some of Michael’s personal papers we discovered the introductory paragraph to his last will and testament. As a parent and follower of Jesus Christ, I draw comfort, inspiration, and hope from his words. Here is a portion of what Michael wrote.
“I, Michael Yeakley…invite you to rejoice with me as my life’s journey is finally over. I am convinced by faith, that after this life of joy and sorrow, triumph and failure, I will live eternally in heaven with my friend, savior, priest, and king – Jesus Christ,,. For Jesus is the one and only mediator between both God and man, who saved me from eternal death by sacrificing his life on the cross…
“So, rejoice with me that my spirit is finally free from its earthly shackles. Rejoice with me as I am no longer an alien and a stranger in the world. Rejoice with me as I am finally home.”
Michael will be so deeply missed, but we do rejoice with him and look forward to the day when we see him again face-to-face in heaven.
We love you, Michael.
Dad and Mom
If you would like to help Joy and the two boys with a financial gift, follow this link to: celebratemikeyeakley.com
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