Yesterday when Paula and I crossed the border back into the U.S. Paula read a Facebook post announcing the death of good friend and fellow servant. Dave Siirtola died of a heart attack on the way to work while driving his pick up truck. We spoke to his wife Loni last night on the way home, what a shock to hear the news. Dave and Loni have been coming to Mexico for years from their home in Hancock, Michigan way up on the Upper Peninsula. They had joined us several years back and have been coming every spring either alone or with a small group to "spend " themselves on behalf of the poor. Dave loved the kids more than building the house. He spent most of his time here playing with them, and figuring a way to bless them with some new twist on the house. Paula and I have tried to make it up to the U.P. every other year or so when we travel, visiting supporters and friends. It's a long way up to the U.P., but always worth the drive. It's so beautiful and quiet up there. The last time we were there was with Alan and Lynnea a few years ago and we had a great time with Dave and Loni.
Dave and Loni were just speaking about getting their tickets to come down here before Daves well drilling business started back up in the spring. Please pray for Loni and the family as they go through this tough time. WE'LL MISS YOU DAVE, BUT SEE YOU REAL SOON.
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