Pray for Ben Shattuck

This message was sent to me by Melody (Shattuck) Bennett, Uncle Mac's daughter.  Steve is Uncle Mac's son and Ben is Uncle Mac's grandson.  Please pray for him!

"Steve's son Ben needs prayer, he is 16. Robin called my parents this evening. Ben had a spot on his leg a couple days ago that looked like a spider bite. It got worse so Robin took him to the doctor. The dr said that it is full of infection and if it continues to move up his leg and get in his groin, it can get in his liver and this can be fatal. Please pray that the infection goes away."

Please Pray for Gloria

Wahneita, Aunt Georgie's daughter, asked that I post this on here so we can pray for Gloria.

"Keep Gloria in your prayers please. She really needs to be able to gain a few pounds to be able to continue Chemo. She has thrush in her mouth and throat. The tumors are shrinking. So continue to pray for her. Please set aside some time to pray for her :)

I am asking all my friends to send my sister-in-law cards to encourage her. Gloria Klumpp Gratiot Medial Center, Alma Mich 48801 room 2057"

Colton Funeral Live Stream

For those of you that can not make it to Colton's funeral but would like to watch it online, go to the following link.   www.livestream.com/rocklakebiblemethodistchurch.  The funeral begins at 1:00p.m. today, Monday, Oct. 24th/

Colton Goes Home To Meet Jesus

Baby Colton reached Heaven's gates this Thursday and what a celebration Jesus had planned for him!  He was welcomed by his Grandpa Jessup and many other family and friends.  Even though this is a sad time for all of us, the angels were rejoicing when this precious, little boy entered Heaven!  Please keep his mommy Rachelle, and his daddy Jr, in your prayers as they will need the strength, that only God can give in a time like this!  His other family members could use your prayers as well.  Below are the visitation hours and the funeral details.  If you can not make it to either but would like to send Rachelle & Jr. Haus a card, please send it to:  201 E. Union St., Apt. 2, Greenville, MI 48838.

Colton Jaymes Haus, one year old, went to be with the Lord Thursday, October 20, 2011 from Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids from complications of hydrocephalus. He was born October 3, 2010, the son of devoted parents Larry and Rachelle (Jessup) Haus. Colton was truly Larry and Rachelle's Little Miracle Baby , living for a year despite his physical struggles. He is survived by his parents, of Greenville; grandparents, Marian Jessup of Greenville, Brenda Elliott of Indiana, and Larry Haus, Sr. of Indiana; great-grandparents, Joseph and Ida Elliott of Indiana and Lois Haus of Indiana; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Nelson Jessup; and uncles, Daniel Jessup and Jeremy Jessup. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, October 24, 2011 at the Rock Lake Bible Methodist Camp Chapel (8101 N. Pine Grove Rd., Vestaburg, MI 48891). Colton's pastor, Rev. Dennis Johnson of the Greenville Bible Methodist Church, will serve as officiant, and interment will follow in Lincoln Township Cemetery near Shepherd. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville. Memorial contributions may be given to the Greenville Bible Methodist Church.

Latest Update on Baby Colton

Here is a post from Rachelle's FB status, yesterday, 10/18/11.  Please continue to keep this family in your prayers!

"This is the hardest decision we have ever had to make. The test came back not good. He basically has no brain function at all. We have made the decision to take him off the vent. It wouldn't be fair to him if we kept him like this. No parent should have to go through this. I just pray for Gods strength as we take this step. There are lots of people waiting for Colton with open arms. Including his brother or sister, grandpa, uncles, cousin, and many more....... Thank you all for all the prayers. I wish I could meet everyone in person but since that is not possible. Could you take a minute to copy and repost this so everyone will know how grateful we are for you thoughts and prayers."

Colton Updates

Here are some of Rachelle's FB status updates...keep praying!!!

10/12/11 -- "Dr. Skarli was just in and said to give Colton a little more time and see what he does. I don't know about you but that's the best advice I have heard from any of the doctors"

10/13/11 -- "She has had to bag Colton 3 times this morning since 7..... He was squeezing my finger though."

10/14/11 -- "Lisa Vansconis-We will be hosting a candlelight Vigil for Colton on October 25th at 7PM- flashlights only please. More information at the next meeting. ( October 20th) posted by Lynn Feuerstein on Greenville's Culture and Diversity Club's page. Will keep everyone posted as more info is available."

10/15/11 -- "Colton has been desatting more than usual today. I'm really scared!! I know I don't usually post my feelings but I was hoping that maybe you could say an extra prayer for Junior and I."

10/17/11 -- "They are going to do an EEG in a little bit and then sometime later they will do an MRI."

 10/17/11 -- "I just got done reading to Colton. I don't know if he can hear me but it don't hurt. His heart rate was higher though."

 

Please Pray Tonight 10/11



Just received word from Rachelle...
"The PA says that Colton will never wake up and be interactive again with us. I don't know what to do. I am just waiting for a sign or miracle."

The family is to have a family meeting tonight to discuss what the next step is going to be in the little life of Colton.  Please take a moment tonight and pray for Rachelle and Jr, they have a very hard decision to make!  Pray for God's comfort and strength for them, now and in the future!