Fay Forrest Luther

Dear Frank, Janice and Family, I feel so privileged to have known your Mom and Dad. I feel like they were part of my family. My Dad, Lawrence West and your Dad grew up together in Savoy and had a lot of stories to tell of those day. Your parents were a blessing to everyone that knew them and the love of the Lord was evident in their lives. With Love and prayers to your family.

To: Frank, John, James and families. We would like to extend our condolences for the loss of your Father & Grandfather. We will keep you in our thoughts as you go through this very difficult time. Jack & Pat Boudrey

Frank, We loved your Dad and Mom very much ad admired they devotion to the Lord and the dedication to saving the children this world. We both miss them and wish the best for you and your family.

Frank, The Lord graciously gave me the privilege to know your Mom and Dad, and I thank Him for that. To know two people who so humbly walk with God is encouraging. May we emulate their example. May the God of all comfort comfort you in this time. In His service, Lanny

Dear Uncle Fay, I love you very much. I will miss you so much! I am sorry that I wasn't there to much to see you but I know that you are headed to a good place...HEAVEN!! I know that we will meet again in that wonderful place of Gloden Gates! So see you soon. I know that you were ready to see Francis also! Again I love you very much, and I will miss you dearly! Love, Chasten Day

tHANK YOU FOR THE MANY PICTURES YOU SHARED. SO OFTEN ENJOYED THE TRAVEL EXPERIENCES OF fAY AND FRANCES AS THEY WITNESSED OF OUR SAVIOUR'S LOVE. FAMILIES THINK WE ARE TOOOOO BUSY TO VISIT DEAR ONES. WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFORMATION YOU MIGHT HAVE ABOUT THE EARLY LIFE AND EXPERIENCES OF THE LUTHERS.

Dearest Family,

I am so thankful to have been privileged to have known Fay and Francis. Having lost my grandparents before I reached adulthood and missing the opportunity to be close to them during my adolescence being at the Luther’s was in a sense coming home to me. There was never a table too full or a kitchen too barren to welcome one more to join them for a meal, conversation, or fellowship with family and friends. When first meeting them I have to admit being taken aback by the warm and overzealous welcomes that were sometimes received but always thankful for the kind words of Christian love and their genuine excitement for the opportunity to share a moment together. It is a welcome I had never known by a warm family for which I am truly thankful.

I am so sad to lose both of them and selfishly wish that we could enjoy them forever. Family dinners are not the same with out chicken and dumplings and spaghetti. I will never forget inviting them over for a meal of roasted goose that was better suited for a football than dinner and Fay smiled and ate it anyway making sure to comment that it had a good flavor. Francis will hold a special place in my heart because she showed me what a family is, whether related or not. I regret not making more time to listen to their stories and adventures of the old days of their missionary work, farming, and family stories. Christmas is not the same without the family breakfast where all were welcome and Fay reading his worn and tattered bible to remind us the meaning of such a blessed day. I miss seeing Fay climb on the old tractor to rake the summer hay and bringing him a jug of tea just to have an excuse to say hello. I miss seeing the smoke of the wood stove when I pass their house knowing all who enter are welcomed and loved without reservation or doubt. Although my heart aches from the selfishness of missing them, I am excited and relieved that they are no longer in pain and they are waiting for us all to join them.

I have always been humbled when around them. Watching them witness and worship with literally hundreds, perfect strangers and friends alike, has been a gift unlike any other I have ever received. I have watched them take a simple book and lead thousands to God without the fear that keeps so many of us from doing the same. I have seen Fay in his bed at the nursing home, unable to care for himself, unselfishly witness to others and ask staff to accept Jesus with the energy of a teenager. They have been a rock of comfort to so many and for me to know what God’s plan is. Fay and Francis have given me and my children so many gifts that have shaped and changed our lives for the better. William will not remember what a beautiful person Francis was; fortunately he will remember Uncle Fay’s high fives and sense of humor. I am so proud to have had my girls taught the truth of Jesus’ love from both of them on many occasions. What gifts both of them are to all of us.

All my Love,

Casey

Granpa Luther always treated us like family and his smile and wit made the times we spent around he and Grandma Luther very enjoyable. He was a man of God first and a wonderful person. He will be missed.

Our hearts are with you, may he watch from heaven with a open arms. Good neighbors are hard to come by to lose one even harded Mike Hillian and Family

Frank: Sorry to hear about your Dad, Daddys are tough to lose. You are in our prayers. God Speed! Gene Woods

Uncle Fay lived a rich and beautiful life. We honor his legacy and celebrate his life. Many generations will know Jesus because of his faithfulness.

Peace to all of you.

Joy & Steve Guiles