Officer Desmond Sherry

“Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called children of God” the gospel of Matthew chapter 5 verse 9.

Today is a somber day. 40 years have passed. Everyday I wish that all the peacemakers were still here, still here to be a father, mother, uncle, aunt, grandpa, great grandpa, husband, wife, cousin, brother, sister and friend to those that were left behind. Sometimes all that is left is to hope and to know that their sacrifice was not in vain.

The family who are left behind are called survivors, but I think them heroes in and of themselves. They don’t simply survive, they live. They prosper without anger or resentment living in their heart. They glorify the Lord by living the best life that they can in spite of the pain that feels like only yesterday. They devote themselves to their family and friends. They help others in need and those reeling from the same loss that they themselves have suffered. They do all of this with love.

You are in my heart and prayers today, as you are always. God bless.

Deirdre Ruane
Niece

July 3, 2020