Thursday, October 20, 2022
My heart is so full knowing that my dear precious friend is with Jesus, whom she loved so passionately. It showed in everything she said and did. A true reflection of Christ, the essence of a godly women, wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her mentorship over the years enriched my life beyond explanation but I pray it is evident in my life today. Her energy seemed endless and made her seem younger than her age. One time we had to get flights to go to a women’s ministry training together. I told her I tried to get us discounts but they only gave them to senior citizens and she busted out laughing. She said, “Bunny, I’m in my 70’s”. I couldn’t believe it and wow she even out ran me at the airport running to catch a connecting flight. So many wonderful memories shared with her in ministry, prayer time, visitation, etc. But there is nothing I treasure more than the gift of her time she gave me as we sat side by side in her living room, Bibles opened, studying God’s word and Jewish history together. Hassan and I are so thankful for her devotion to pray for and minister to us.
Her smile, sweet voice, laughter and wisdom will forever be part of who I am. Some people come into our lives for a moment, some for a season, some for a lifetime and some, like my sweet Valeta, for eternity.
Though miles separated us several years ago when we moved out of state, she was always and will always be near in heart and spirit. You beat me dear friend. You got to be with Jesus before me. This is not goodbye. I’ll see you again. But not yet. I have a legacy of the faith you shared with me to share with others. When my work is completed, I’ll meet you there. Save me a seat. We’ll praise our Lord together.
To Valeta’s family, I am holding you in my prayers as He holds you in His comforting arms. What an amazing woman and friend Valeta was. Thank you for sharing her.
Bunny Yekzaman
