Peace if possible. Truth at all costs. ~ Martin Luther

Aeron Morgan 1934 – 2013

Dad and MumMy father went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 3rd.  A week later I had the honor of giving the eulogy at his funeral back in Australia, and what follows below is a transcript.

He lived a wonderfully fruitful life for His Savior, and I will always consider it the most profound privilege to be his son. Love you Dad.

Aeron Morgan 1934 – 2013

On behalf of our family, I’d like to thank you all so much for being here with us today. Some have traveled long distances. Hundreds more may not have been able to attend, but have sent expressions of support from all around the globe. We are so appreciative of every one.

Several dear friends are going to share tributes in this service, and we are grateful to each of them. Especially I would mention Pastor Ian Nicholson and Pastor Phil Powell who have been an enormous support to Mam and Dad over the months of Dad’s illness.

The Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 4:2, “Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.”

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