In Memory of An Amazing Woman of Faith!

I wrote this in memory of Misty LeBlanc, who went home to be with the Lord on 9/23/08, after a brave, faith-filled battle with brain cancer. Although I knew Misty when she was younger and hadn't seen her in quite a while, through her husband's blog I was able to re-connect with her and in the months that I read it daily and prayed for her, I loved her more and more as a sister in Christ. I hope that in some small way my remembrance of her will provide a bit of comfort to Darren. I also hope that when Olivia is old enough to read it, that it will encourage her to know what an amazing mother she was blessed with. That she will see how her mother impacted lives of many people.



If you want to make a memorial donation in Misty's name, please visit http://www.leblanclife.com/ and look for the post on September 24th and scroll to the bottom for details. I ask that all of you continue to join me in prayer for Darren and Olivia as they grieve.



In Memory of Misty LeBlanc

Seems like so long ago when I first met that sweet, blonde girl who could sing such a beautiful song. Her faith and love for Christ was evident all along.


Although I haven’t seen her in quite a few years, I prayed for her daily and shed many tears.
She was not that young girl anymore, but a loving wife and mother… whom her husband and daughter adored.


She was strong, having to endure illness and pain that most of us cannot understand, but she never lost her faith, she trusted her Savior and held tightly to His hand.


Misty’s legacy is so powerful that none of us will ever fully comprehend- What an amazing woman of faith she was, right until the very end.


She was wise, too, because she chose a husband who would know just what to do…


He loved her, cared for her, fought for her, prayed for her, cherished her, spoke out for her, sacrificed for her and hoped for her healing too.


Not a wishing kind of hope, but a steadfast, faith-filled, hope- based on the Word of God.


Misty and Darren shared that hope with thousands… being vulnerable enough to share their story… they did it because they knew that it was Jesus who’d get the glory.


I know that now that sweet, blonde girl is once again able to use her voice. She’s able to sing praises to her Father and for that I rejoice!


There is still sadness when I think of her beautiful Olivia growing up without her mommy and of Darren without his love. Although it doesn’t make sense to me right now, I know that God has a perfect plan that He’s working out from above.


I’ve been changed by Misty’s life… a more faithful and hopeful Christian, mother, and wife.


I know that I am not the only one… the stories of Misty’s impact have just begun.


As she settles into her heavenly home, may it bring peace to Darren and Olivia to know that they are never alone.


The same God who created the universe and sent His Son to die, gives power, comfort, and more hope for each day. He has you wrapped in His loving arms of compassion and there He wants you both to stay.


-Stacia Jacob (September 2008)