The Memorial Service at First Baptist Richardson, Texas was quite a tribute to James Bond and the life he lived and the people he touched. He is and will be greatly missed but the seeds he planted in churches and in his family will live on forever. We are going to make this the last entrance into the blog and we do it with much thanks to all of you who have written sweet notes on the blog and sent those precious cards and letters. They have all been so meaningful to my heart and life and gave me great encouragement and hope. I am going to try to write many of you personally to say thank you and to keep in touch. I hope you will keep in touch with me as well. I continue to ask for your prayers as God directs my life without Buddy Bond. Thank you again. Marion Bond

Memorial Flowers

We appreciate all of the sweet support from our friends and family. Flowers can be ordered through Floral Concepts Addison at 972-661-3774. Sheila Johnson will be handling orders. Personal flowers may be sent to James and Marion's home address:

9542 Avalon Drive
Frisco, Texas 75035

The church will be open for other floral deliveries Sunday, August 8 between 1:00-2:00 pm. The church address is:

1001 North Central Expwy.
Richardson, Texas 75080

Memorial Service

The memorial service for James will be held at 3:00 pm at First Baptist Church Richardson this Sunday, August 8. 1001 N Central Expwy. Richardson, Texas 75080.

Please join the family for a reception and fellowship at the church immediately following the service.

Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:22-23

Homegoing

James Bond (Buddy) went to be with his Heavenly Father at 4:35 am on Friday, August 6. He was surrounded by his family. He went home to be with the Lord peacefully. We will miss his sweet, humble nature and servant's heart. We will announce funeral arrangements soon. Our family greatly appreciates the love and support that all of you have given us. Thank you for your continued prayers.

August Update

Over the past several weeks we have had many good days and a few bad days. We have been blessed by all of our sweet family and friends who have taken the time to visit, bring food, call and send letters. James is very weak now and based on our doctor's advice, we are asking for no visitors at this time. We continue to covet your prayers tonight and in the days to come. We know that God is in control and we are trusting in His plan.

July 22 Post on James Bond

Thursday July 22, 2010
I am a little late this week posting information on James Bond
We do not have any new reports from the doctor because he has been on Hospice care for a week now. It is a wonderful service and they have been very attentive which we really appreciate.
He is very tired and sleeps most of the time. He is not on any medication and does not have pain. We are so grateful to God for this. We know his time is short and I will try to update the blog sooner this time. Thank you for your prayers. Marion

Wednesday Oncologist appt and report.

Wednesday July 14, I will give our latest report on the condition of James F. Bond. We saw the Oncologist this afternoon. She did lab work and when she examined him she felt like he was too weak to take chemo this week. He had difficulty getting to the doctor and was very tired. We brought him home and he went back to bed. I will write more in a couple of days. We thank you for all your prayers. We lean heavy on the Lord at this time and know HE will guide us through these troubled waters. Love to all of you. Marion