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05/13/2026

Service information for Friday for Sonny George. Please continue to lift up his family in prayer during this difficult time.

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05/11/2026

👉 Halfway home from work Saturday afternoon…

I reached for my phone to make a call.

A call I have made nearly every day since 2007.

I was going to call my best friend.

My mentor.
My encourager.
My teacher in the faith.
The man God used to help straighten out my life and bring me back closer to Him.

And then…

I remembered.

👉 I cannot make that call anymore.

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✨ THE CALL I CANNOT MAKE ✨
Motivation & Inspiration Devotion #94
— By Randy L. Buoy

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Early Saturday morning…

my dear friend Ron passed away.

Although I knew the day was coming…

and although Ron himself was more excited about Heaven than anyone I have ever known…

there was still something overwhelming about realizing:

👉 the phone calls are over.

Ron was not merely a friend to me.

He was family.

For years, our conversations became part of daily life.

We talked about Scripture.
About preaching.
About life.
About struggles.
About faithfulness.
About Heaven.

And oh my…

did Ron love to talk about Heaven.

Even while battling sickness…
even while under hospice care…

he could hardly wait to see Jesus.

He would talk about the nail prints in His hands.
The streets of gold.
The choirs of Heaven.
The saints who had gone on before.
The glory of finally being Home.

Ron did not fear death.

👉 He anticipated glory.

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As I drove home from work Saturday afternoon listening to some good gospel music…

the reality of it all suddenly hit me.

For a moment, without even thinking…

I reached for my phone to call him.

Then my heart reminded me:

👉 Ron is no longer here.

And suddenly…

the tears came.

Because I miss him already.

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Our family affectionately called Ron our “Clarence.”

If you remember the old movie It’s a Wonderful Life…

Clarence was the angel who helped guide George Bailey back toward hope and purpose.

That was Ron to us.

God used him mightily to encourage us…
strengthen us…
teach us…
and point us back toward Christ.

And now…

our “Clarence” has gone Home.

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One of Ron’s favorite hymns was the old song:

🎵 “When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder” 🎵

There is a story that the hymn writer, James Milton Black, was taking attendance in a Sunday school class when a little girl named Bessie was absent.

As he called her name and received no answer…

he reportedly said:

“Well, when the roll is called up yonder… she’ll be there.”

That thought stayed with him…
and later became one of the most beloved hymns ever written.

🎵
“When the trumpet of the Lord shall sound,
and time shall be no more,
And the morning breaks eternal bright and fair…
And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there.”
🎵

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Well…

Ron did not miss his call.

Years ago, he had already answered the greatest call of all.

📖 “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
— Romans 10:13 (KJV)

Ron believed on the Lord Jesus Christ.

He trusted in the saving grace of God.

He understood the words of Jesus:

📖 “Ye must be born again.”
— John 3:7 (KJV)

And because of that…

when Heaven called his name…

Ron answered.

His suffering ended.
His pain ended.
His earthly race ended.

And now…

his soul is safely Home with Christ.

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I also thought about these powerful words:

📖 “For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first.”
— 1 Thessalonians 4:16 (KJV)

Ron is now among those precious saints awaiting that glorious resurrection morning.

And one day…

when my own name is called…

I, too, will answer.

Not because I deserve Heaven.

Not because I am good enough.

But because I have placed my faith in Jesus Christ and His finished work upon the Cross.

By grace through faith…

I have been saved.

And because of that…

although I cannot call Ron anymore here on earth…

I know we will speak again.

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And somehow…

that changes everything.

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The final verse of Ron’s beloved hymn says:

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“Let us labor for the Master
from the dawn till setting sun,
Let us talk of all His wondrous love and care;
Then when all of life is over
and our work on earth is done,
And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there.”
🎵

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Ron labored.

He served.

And he loved well.

Thank you, my friend.

Thank you for your friendship.
Your prayers.
Your wisdom.
Your faithfulness.
Your encouragement.
Your example.
Your love for Christ.

You were truly one of God’s gifts in my life.

And although today…

this is the call I cannot make…

I rejoice knowing this is not goodbye forever.

It is only:

👉 “Until we meet again.”

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If this devotion spoke to your heart today…

and there is someone in Heaven you miss deeply…

perhaps a parent…
a spouse…
a child…
a pastor…
a mentor…
or a dear friend…

please remember this:

For the believer in Christ…

death is not the end of the story.

Because of Jesus…

there will be another meeting.
Another conversation.
Another reunion.

And what a glorious day that will be.

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This page exists for moments like this.

I write for the person who is hurting…
but still holding on.

For the person who is weary…
but still looking toward Heaven.

If this devotion encouraged your heart today…

please feel free to share it with someone who may need comfort today.

And if messages like this speak to your heart…

I would be honored if you followed “Devotions From The Heart.”

And remember…

👉 In Christ, goodbye is never forever.

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05/10/2026

Daisy you were so loved by your family. 🌈

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05/10/2026

Today, we honor the mothers who held our hands, shaped our hearts, and filled our lives with unconditional love.

At Dean’s Funeral Home, we know Mother’s Day can bring both beautiful memories and deep heartache. For some, it’s a day of celebration. For others, it’s a day of missing someone whose love still lives on in every family tradition, recipe, hug, and life lesson.

To the mothers still with us — thank you for your strength, sacrifice, and endless love.
To the mothers watching from Heaven — your love did not end when your earthly journey did. It continues in the lives you touched.

Today, may we cherish every memory, hold our loved ones a little closer, and remember that love never truly leaves us.

“Her children arise and call her blessed.” — Proverbs 31:28

From our family to yours, Happy Mother’s Day. 💐
Feel free to share your photos of your mom 💕

05/10/2026

Today is Mother’s Day.
And somehow the world keeps spinning
while so many hearts quietly ache beneath it.

Some women will wake up celebrated.
Some will wake up grieving.
Some will hold babies in their arms.
Some will hold memories instead.

Some will hear “Mom!” shouted from little voices down the hallway.
Some will stare at phones
wishing for one more call from the woman who once knew them best.

Today will be beautiful for many.
But for many others,
it will feel tender.
Heavy.
Complicated.

Because motherhood is not one story.

It is the woman rocking her newborn at 2 a.m.
and the woman crying in the shower because she misses her own mom.

It is the grandmother missing the babies who grew up too fast.
The mother who lost a child.
The daughter who became a mother without guidance.
The woman longing to become one.

Today , flowers will be handed out.
Photos will be posted.
Tables will fill with laughter.

But quietly, all over the world,
there will also be women carrying invisible heartbreak.

And maybe that’s what makes mothers so resilient.

Because even with broken hearts,
they still show up loving.

Even exhausted, they nurture.
Even grieving, they give.
Even when nobody sees the weight they carry,
they keep carrying it anyway.

So if today hurts a little,
you are not alone.

And if today is joyful,
hold it gently for the women who are surviving it differently.

Because Mother’s Day is not just about perfect pictures.
It is about the sacred, unseen love
women pour out every single day
often at the cost of themselves.

And I think Heaven sees that.
I think God sees every quiet sacrifice.
Every tear wiped before little feet hit the floor.
Every prayer whispered over sleeping children.
Every ache hidden behind a smile.

Today is Mother’s Day.

And whether you are celebrating, grieving, longing, healing, or simply trying to make it through the day…

may you know this:

Your love has mattered.
It still matters.
And it always will.
-- The grandparent's club --

05/09/2026

At Dean’s Funeral Home, we believe a funeral or memorial service should tell a story… their story.

Because the truth is — we only get one chance to honor a life well lived.
One chance to make people smile through tears.
One chance to help families feel comfort instead of emptiness.
One chance to reflect the little things that made someone uniquely them. ❤️

This special gentleman loved his sweets… especially donuts and peanut butter cups.
So guess what? We incorporated them into his service.

And honestly… it was perfect.

Those simple touches sparked conversations, laughter, memories, and moments of connection for the people who loved him most. Family members shared stories they may have otherwise forgotten. Smiles appeared through grief. And for a moment, the room felt less like a goodbye and more like him.

That’s the beauty of personalization.

Whether it’s favorite foods, hobbies, music, cars, sports teams, farming, baking, motorcycles, fishing poles, or even a signature cup of coffee… those details matter. They remind everyone that this wasn’t just a service. This was a life.

At Dean’s Funeral Home we are honored to help families create meaningful moments that truly reflect the people they love.

Because everyone deserves more than a standard goodbye.
They deserve to be remembered exactly as they were. ❤️

05/08/2026

What an incredible honor it is to walk beside families during some of life’s hardest moments… and help celebrate a life that mattered. ❤️

As a funeral provider, we don’t just see names or services—
we see stories.

We hear about first loves, favorite songs, fishing trips, Sunday dinners, military service, grandchildren, sacrifices, laughter, and legacies that will live on for generations.

Every photograph placed on a memorial board…
Every tear shed beside a casket…
Every hug shared in our chapel…
is a reminder that a life was deeply loved.

It is truly a privilege to help families honor those who helped shape their world.

In the middle of grief, we also witness something beautiful:
love that never dies.

To every family who has trusted us during one of the most vulnerable times in your life…
thank you.
We never take that trust for granted.

Being invited into these sacred moments is more than a profession—
it is a calling. ❤️

— Your friends at Dean’s Funeral Home

05/07/2026

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Service information for Duane Anderson. Military honors will take place at 530pm.

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05/05/2026

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05/03/2026

05/03/2026

Sebring, are you ready for a night that lifts your spirit? 🙌

Join us for Lift Your Voice – Hymns & Worship Night
🎤 Featuring Jay Secrest of New Wave Nation

This isn’t about denomination…
This is about coming together to praise Jesus.

✨ FREE EVENT – bring a friend!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome
⛪ All denominations welcome

📅 May 3rd | 6:00 PM
📍 Harvesting Hope IYC
230 S 12th Street, Sebring, Ohio

There is something powerful that happens when a community lifts one voice in worship.
Don’t miss this night of faith, music, and connection.

💛 Tag someone you’re bringing with you!
💬 Comment “I’m coming!”

📖 “Sing to the Lord, for He has done great things.” – Isaiah 12:5