May 16, 1947 – February 4, 2010
Early this morning Bob went to be his Lord. In one way the journey is completed in another way the journey has just begun. As we were talking the other morning, he was reflecting on his life and he said, “The Lord has ALWAYS been faithful.” He lived by this. The Lord has been the center point of his life. He was dedicated to Him. I know he got to hear those words, “Well done thy good and faithful servant.” We are very thankful and blessed to be able to be around such a Godly man, much less be able to call him husband, father or friend.
The outpouring of love from friends has been overwhelming.
We are working on finalizing the arrangements and will post those once all the details have been scheduled.
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I cam across this poemtoday and it was so appropriate:
I am home in heaven, dear ones; all’s so happy, all so bright! There’s perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. All the pain and grief are over, every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, safely home in heaven at last. Did you wonder I so calmly trod the valley of the Shade? Oh, but Jesus’ love illlumined every dark and fearful glade. And He came Himself to meet me in that way so hard to tread; and with Jesus’ arm to lean on, could I have one doubt or dread? Then you must not grieve so sorely, for I love you dearly still; try to look beyond earth’s shadows, pray to trust our Father’s will. There is work still waiting for you, so you must not idle stand; do your work while life remaineth — you shall rest in Jesus’ land. When that work is all completed, He will gently call you home; oh the rapture of the meeting! Oh, the joy to see you come! Author Unknown
It says it all.
Love to you all.
Gaye and Barry
By: Gaye Burmeister Eveland on February 14, 2010
at 9:40 pm
smiles.
scott
By: pacejourney on February 15, 2010
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Suzie
Have been praying for you, Scott and Krista. We’ll always remember Bob as a great Sunday School teacher who pointed us, not to himself, but to Christ. There are lots of examples and notes in the margin of our Bibles that remind us of him. We will continue to lift you up in prayer in the difficult days and weeks ahead.
By: Curtis and Jenny Ramsey on February 7, 2010
at 1:34 pm
Suzie, We know that the love and comfort of your family and friends will support you and carry you through this time but the truth of Christ and His declaration of the everlasting life of the faithful will give you hope at every moment. You will not only endure, but like Bob you will triumph!
Witih loving prayers, Judy and David
By: Dave and Jusy Clark on February 7, 2010
at 1:05 pm
So sorry to hear of this loss. Celebrating with you Bob’s life and the fact that He is with His Lord in Glory now. We remember Bob as a teacher and Godly man who loved Jesus and the word of God. His life was testimony of that. What a rich legacy to leave behind for those who loved and knew him. We pray God’s comfort and hope in the days ahead for you Suzie and your family.
By: Roger and Sue Post on February 6, 2010
at 12:29 pm
Dear Suzie and Family,
Just wanted to send our love and sympathy. May the Lord surround you with His grace and strength.
Love,
Fred & Selana Shaheen and Sons
By: Fred & Selana Shaheen on February 6, 2010
at 10:51 am
While we grieve with all of your family for the tremendous loss you are experiencing, we rejoice that Bob has met his Lord face to face. May the knowledge of his glorious home-going give you peace and sustain you in the lonely days ahead. We will always remember Bob for his Godly wisdom and great faith.
By: Bob & Helene DeMain on February 5, 2010
at 1:44 pm
Suzie, Scott and Krista:
When Jennifer tearfully protested how quickly Bob died after being diagnosed, I told her I firmly believe God rewarded him for being such a good man by not making him suffer needlessly. I would wish for the same mercy. The intense grief being experienced by your family speaks volumes of the kind of husband, father and grandfather Bob was. We will be praying for you in the days ahead. So very sorry for your loss.
Kathy Fain
By: Jim and Kathy Fain on February 5, 2010
at 10:42 am
Bob lived a life we all strive to live. He loved the Lord and was a loving father and husband. What a blessing to leave such a legacy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
By: Harold and Joy Mull on February 5, 2010
at 9:05 am
We are so very sorry. ‘Friends are friends forever when the Lord’s the Lord of them.” We will always be here for you.
By: Susan and Richard on February 5, 2010
at 2:11 am
Bob ministered to we singles as our teacher and elder. But I also will remember him as one of those very solid men who God chose to be at the core of Calvary Church as I was saved, then built up in Christ there. The Bob Pace smile radiated the peace of Christ daily.
By: Jody Hanford on February 5, 2010
at 2:01 am
We will miss a great man and a true witness of His Work, for just a little while! He will continue to leave an outstanding testimony and example of a Godly father, husband and Christian brother. Our love and prayers go out to the extended family. Bob is home now and we rejoice with him as he was able to lay at our Savior’s feet so many crowns! Phil. 3:20
By: Mike & Susan Gardner on February 5, 2010
at 1:39 am
We are thankful that we knew Bob. He was a blessing and a wonderful teacher. He made you want to know more. We will pray for you in the coming days.
In His love,
Mark & Donna Minday
By: Mark & Donna Minday on February 5, 2010
at 12:03 am
Psalm 116:15 – Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.
“When the sun finally drops below the horizon in the early evening, evidence of its work remains for some time. The skies continue to glow for a full hour after its departure.
In the same way, when a great person’s life comes to its final sunset, the skies of this world are illuminated until long after he is out of view. Such a person does not die from this world, for when he departs he leaves much of himself behind. Even in death he still speaks.”
Henry Ward Beecher
The light of Bob Pace will linger on in the hearts of those of us who knew and loved him. Suzie, our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Karen and Phil
By: Phil & Karen Divine on February 4, 2010
at 11:34 pm
Our hearts are so saddened and yet rejoicing that Bob is free from that physical pain and finally home in Glory!! Please know we have been and will continue to lift you before our Heavenly Father asking that He bless you with HIS peace and strength.
Our love to all of you,
Larry & Becky
By: Larry & Becky Burgess on February 4, 2010
at 11:07 pm
The One who now holds Bob’s hand is also the One holding yours. May you feel Him holding yours tightly and draw strength from His presence.
“I’m with you.
There’s no need to fear for I’m your God.
I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you.
I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.” Isaiah 41:10 (The Message)
Praying for each of you with love.
By: Bob and Barb on February 4, 2010
at 9:57 pm
Our prayers are with you and your family at this time, Suzie, praying for the peace that surpasses all understanding and the comfort only our Comforter can bring. We are sorry to hear of Bob’s passing but delight, with you, knowing he is no longer in pain and that he is in God’s glory. This scripture has come to my mind, reminding me of both of you:
“If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it. But if I didn’t love others, I would have gained nothing.”
1 Cor. 13:3.
Bob had the gift of loving others, serving others, and sacrificing for others. There are many crowns in heaven awaiting him. Continually lifting you in pray today and the days, weeks, and months ahead.
Love,
John and Lisa
By: Lisa Carter on February 4, 2010
at 9:21 pm
My mind goes back to our first days at Calvary and the Empty Nesters class. That radiant smile that Bob had always blessed us as he stood before the class to teach, and what a teacher he was. Just think, he’s standing in the very presence of our wonderful Lord and Savior. He now sees with his own eyes what he has believed by faith for so long
Suzie, may you rest in the everlasting arms of Jesus as He carries you through this difficult time, knowing that Bob has just gone away for a while. He will live in our hearts until we meet again in heaven.
Love,
Hoyle and Carolyn Griffin
By: Hoyle and Carolyn Griffin on February 4, 2010
at 7:16 pm
My deepest sympathy is with you Suzie and Krista, I know there are no words. The Lord knows your needs and I pray that you feel His presence constantly right now. Love, Ashley and the Yarborough family.
By: Ashley Yarborough on February 4, 2010
at 6:46 pm
Angels are rejoicing today at the addition of this choice servant and saint to heaven’s chorus.
I know that your grief is deep and mourning the heartfelt loss temporarily masks the great joy we all feel at the secure knowledge of God’s great mercy toward us all, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for each one of us.
I find myself smiling thru my tears as I recall the sweet memories of the intersections of our lives. God bless you in this time.
Jack and Barb
By: Jack Joyce on February 4, 2010
at 6:40 pm
Our hearts go out to all of you. He is free and we have been in the presence of one God’s anointed ones. He was one of the best teachers I have ever sat under.
With eyes full of tears and a thankful heart for having known him,
Glenn and Beth
By: Glenn and Beth Hargett on February 4, 2010
at 5:18 pm
Miss you. Love you.
By: Anonymous on February 4, 2010
at 4:51 pm
Isaiah 41:3 For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand saying unto thee “Fear not, I will help thee.”
Susie, Scott and Krista, may you feel God surround you with his presence and love. He is your Comforter.
OJ and I send you all our love and prayers. Many hugs.
By: Lisa Gilstrap on February 4, 2010
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Home.
I miss you, friend.
By: David Ingrassia on February 4, 2010
at 3:05 pm
Suzie, our hearts are heavy as we learn of Bob’s death but are rejoicing at the same time that he has finished the race well and it now with our Savior to begin another journey. This time it will only be filled with praise and worship and all good things and best of all it will never end! As always, he continued to teach us during these last few months. We have all learned from his Godly example.
Our love, prayers and gratitude,
Nora and Charlie Turk
By: Nora and Charlie Turk on February 4, 2010
at 1:37 pm
Please know we will continually pray for you all. Bob made such an impact on all of us in the Singles Group at Calvary. Craig and I have never gotten yours and Bob’s faithfulness to us…we still talk about how special our times were. Susie, I have not stopped praying since the day I saw you at Homegood’s and Bob was going to the DR the very next day! I praise God today that Bob is in the presence of our awesome Savior!
By: Sandy Day on February 4, 2010
at 1:21 pm
I’m reading Max Lucado’s book:
In The Eye of the Storm.
He says:
“GOD never said that the journey would be easy, but he did say that the arrival would be worthwhile. He’s the Father of forward motion. Trust him. He will get you home. And the trials of the trip will be lost in the joys of the feast. If you’ll excuse me, I’ll close my eyes. I’m a bit tired from the journey, and it feels good to rest.”
Eternal Glory. Bob got there first. What a reward.
By: Key on February 4, 2010
at 12:50 pm
So thankful for his example of faith and encouragement. Now that he is with Christ we will pray for you in your time of loss.
In Christ,
Dan and Lorraine
By: Dan and Lorraine Hardaway on February 4, 2010
at 12:29 pm
I am so sad to hear of Bob’s death but glad he is in the presence of God and no longer in pain. God be with Suzie and the family.
By: Pat Postelle Robertson on February 4, 2010
at 12:22 pm
Thinking about Bob brings a smile of joy and hope into our lives, as our friend was one filled with a great love for his Savior. Bob made an impact on our lives through his teaching but more so with the essence of who God made him and his living for and trusting in his Lord. I still remember, very vividly, times we had breakfast together, his large gentleness and warmth, even laughing at himself. Bob was chosen and was “pleasing unto his Savior”, in faith, in trust and in hope. His witness was true.
He was a faithful servant that in now on the streets of gold, walking with the Lord.
Suzie, you and family are in our prayers today, as they have been for so long, and will continue to be.
our love in Christ…….wyn and diane
By: wyn and diane harter on February 4, 2010
at 12:08 pm
I am reminded of a song we sing at our church…Count your years as months,count your months as weeks,count your weeks as days any day time we will be going home..You know it won’t be long and we will all be reunited with our precious loved ones.We will rememeber with great fondness the times we had together at Calvary.Susie,you Scott and Krista will be in our prayers.
Much Love,
Forrest and Chris
By: Forrest and Chris Black on February 4, 2010
at 12:02 pm
What a lesson in this Pace Journey.
WE MUST GO TO GOD.
By: Anonymous on February 4, 2010
at 11:54 am
Our hearts are heavy even as we are reminded of where our hope is placed. We will always remember Bob for his deep love for God, his great wit, and the incredible kindness and generosity he has shown to our family. Our family has prayed daily for yours…we will continue to pray that you sense the peace of God’s presence as you walk through the days ahead.
We love you.
Mike & Brenda
By: Mike & Brenda Cruser on February 4, 2010
at 11:19 am
I can’t even wrap my brain around the loss of a parent but the tears flow non the less. I am so sorry for your loss and will also forever remember Bob in his chair bringing heartfelt teaching and thought provoking questions that made us all pause and evaluate. It was in his pauses that I drew closer to our God.
Thank you for sharing him with us during our small group which was not so small due to his tremendous teaching and warmth.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers for God to comfort you while Bob is in His arms!
With much love,
glori
By: Glori Perrin on February 4, 2010
at 10:53 am
Thankfulness in our hearts that God used Bob in so many ways…and Bob always heard and he was obedient.
Tears in our eyes and hearts for all left behind. Especially Suzie and her precious family.
Will always smile seeing Bob in “Bob’s chair” at small groups. And there always was that “chair” that he led from. No matter whose home it was. What a nice mental picture. And that kind smile….
Thank you Bob..thank you God..
By: Janie Bowman on February 4, 2010
at 9:28 am
There is no greater joy that to be in the presence of God. Yet, for those left behind, there is a sorrow in the separation. But comfort is found in knowing your loved one is eternally happy.
My wife and I will be praying for you in the days ahead. Rest assured your dad and husband made a lasting impact on many of us. His teaching played no small role in sending missionaries to the field, leading many to Christ. Yes, “well done, thou good and faithful servant.”
By: Alec Epting on February 4, 2010
at 8:50 am
Scott & Krista . . .when I received your mother’s e-mail this morning it took my breath away and tears began to stream down my face as I prayed for you and your mom . . .Rich and I mourn the loss of your dad. We enjoyed his teaching in our small group. He loved the Lord and he conveyed that as he imparted The Word to us twice a month. He is and will be sorely missed.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you that God would comfort you at this time of loss in your lives. Rich and I have both lost our dad’s so we know very well the ache in your hearts. We are so sorry for your loss.
By: Chris Charpentier on February 4, 2010
at 8:37 am
Our love and thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Barry and Carmen Wood and family
By: Carmen Wood on February 4, 2010
at 8:23 am
Bob was one of my most significant friends. Even though our paths diverged in years past, Bob, Suzy, Scott, and Krista have all made lasting impressions in our lives. Fond memories from Clemson and early years here in Charlotte cause warm feelings in our hearts. We treasure our visit a few days ago, it was a rewarding parenthesis to our relationship with Bob. We have been, are, and will continue to pray for you, his family.
By: Jimmy and Norma on February 4, 2010
at 7:40 am
Bob is in the presence of His Lord and we rejoice in His faithfulness and Bob’s as well.
May our loving Lord fill your heart and minds and continue to give you His peace.
With deep respect and love,
Bob and Jane
By: Bob Austin on February 4, 2010
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