US Memorial Service Plans!!!

[Barb Bouldrey]

I have checked throughout this thread and I do not see anywhere that memorial services and arrangements are mentioned.

I would like to know so that I can pray at that exact time.

Barb

[Roland Hearn]

I have checked throughout this thread and I do not see anywhere that memorial services and arrangements are mentioned.

I would like to know so that I can pray at that exact time.

Barb

Here we go Barb http://www.naznet.com/community/showpost.php?p=153507&postcount=4. Thanks for starting a thread for that information it will make it easier to find.

[Mike Schutz]

Roland, Praying for you today as you prepare for the service.

[Bruce Carriker]

Roland, Praying for you today as you prepare for the service.

Multiple prayers from the Keystone State, Roland.

[Mike Wooldridge]

Any update on a US memorial service for Brad?

[Roland Hearn]

We are still waiting on the finalizing of legal and financial matters. It isn't happening as quickly as anticipated. At this stage there isn't any clarity but there should be in the next two weeks.

[Karen Mercer]

My goodness I'm glad to finally have something to tell y'all!

The service is planned for Saturday, March 22 at 3pm.
It will be held at Richardson Church of the Nazarene in Richardson, Tx.

That Saturday is the one in between Good Friday and Easter. I figured
people would more likely have off that weekend and be able to travel if need be.
It was also the only weekend the Hearns and Jake and I could travel without missing too much work/school.

I hope to see y'all if you can be there.:)
love,
karen

[Roland Hearn]

We can begin to pray that God will use the weekend in a powerful way. I am confident that it could be a significant time for many people.

[Donna Adams]

Karen;
are you staying in Australia or coming back to the states?
hope you are doing well.

[Karen Mercer]

Karen;
are you staying in Australia or coming back to the states?
hope you are doing well.

For the time being we're staying in Australia. Jacob wants to graduate from the school he's at now and I want that, too. It's a good school with wonderful christian staff and students and all his friends here are wonderful, supportive people. After he graduates we intend to move to the US where I'll live in North Texas and Jake will go to SNU. I've insisted that he go at least 1 year there. After that we can re-assess and make more life-affecting decisions. We'd both love to come back here. I want to be a part of this church. And it's a very beautiful place and a lot less stressful/busy than most other places I've lived.

[Joel Merrill]

For those like me who don't know where Richardson TX is, it's part of the Dallas area. I looked it up.

Joel

[Karen Mercer]

We've had to change our plans for the date of Brad's service due to unforeseen circumstances.
The service is now planned for Saturday, April 12 at 2pm at Richardson Church of the Nazarene.
I'm really sorry if this is an inconvenience but it looks like this date will be better for those of us that
are having to travel really long distances to get there. We'll have time to visit before and after the service
if it's in April.

I really hope y'all can be there ~ I'm looking forward to seeing you!
love,
karen

ps. Thanks Joel for the map to RCN on the previous thread

[Cecil Wallace]

Here is the church URL: http://www.yourchurch.org/

2101 E Renner Rd
Richardson, TX 75082
(214) 570-5600

The directions on the site:
"Directions: RCN is located on the Northwest corner of the Jupiter and Renner intersection. We are conveniently located one block south of the George Bush Tollway and one mile east of I-75." (That should read US-75)

I hope this helps.
I plan to be there if at all possible.

Cecil

[Joel Merrill]

I want to come really bad but it's an all day drive each way from here and I've had my hours cut at work. I'm praying that I'll be back to 40 hours by then.

Joel

[Mike Wooldridge]

:pray)

[Karen Mercer]

I want to come really bad but it's an all day drive each way from here and I've had my hours cut at work. I'm praying that I'll be back to 40 hours by then.

Joel

I'll be praying for you that you'll be back at work full time, too. I know how that feels, not being able to work as much as you need to. You are a treasured friend whether or not you're at the service.

[Dave McClung]

We've had to change our plans for the date of Brad's service due to unforeseen circumstances.
The service is now planned for Saturday, April 12 at 2pm at Richardson Church of the Nazarene.
I'm really sorry if this is an inconvenience but it looks like this date will be better for those of us that
are having to travel really long distances to get there. We'll have time to visit before and after the service
if it's in April.

I really hope y'all can be there ~ I'm looking forward to seeing you!
love,
karen

ps. Thanks Joel for the map to RCN on the previous thread

Karen, I don't know if Linda and I will be able to come, but we will try.

[Scott Hilton]

I have never really met any of you, but I am going to try to find a way to come up with my wife so that I can meet some of ya'll and be there for Brad's service. I am kind of allergic to Dallas Cowboys, but I have a shot I can take for that.

blessings

[Karen Mercer]

I have never really met any of you, but I am going to try to find a way to come up with my wife so that I can meet some of ya'll and be there for Brad's service. I am kind of allergic to Dallas Cowboys, but I have a shot I can take for that.

blessings

Brad was never big into sports either. He endured them for the sake of the fellowship. :)

so, are you allergic to all Texas football? Or just the cowboys? :basic03

[Linda Bechtold]

The Bechtolds will be there.

[Mike Wooldridge]

I I am kind of allergic to Dallas Cowboys, but I have a shot I can take for that.
blessings

Given the Texans record it must be some kind of anti-winnin. :laughing

[Scott Hilton]

Brad was never big into sports either. He endured them for the sake of the fellowship. :)

so, are you allergic to all Texas football? Or just the cowboys? :basic03
Just the Cowboys :basic05

[Walter Thompson]

If we can we will be there. I liked Brad a lot and it was and is one of my good memories to visit with him and the church in 2002 (Sept I think). We are and will continue to keep you in our prayers.

[Dennis M. Scott]

Any update on these plans? Is this date pretty firm? Just hoping for confirmation.

[David Pettigrew]

I plan on being there. Would it be appropriate to organize a meal before/after the service? I would be happy to help make this happen since I live close by.

[Roland Hearn]

Any update on these plans? Is this date pretty firm? Just hoping for confirmation.

These plans are pretty firm at the moment. Karen and Jacob will arrive in Dallas on April 7th and Emmy, I an the kids will get there on the 10th. Everything looks like it will go ahead as planed.

[Roland Hearn]

I plan on being there. Would it be appropriate to organize a meal before/after the service? I would be happy to help make this happen since I live close by.

I think a meal following the service would be perfect David. I'm not sure of any other plans at this stage but I would hope we could get a Naznet event together.

[David Pettigrew]

There's a reception room across from the sanctuary at RCN that is often used for small dinners and gatherings. What about ordering in some BBQ? I'd be glad to make arrangements, and anyone attending who wants to stay and eat would just need to pay for a plate (usually around 6.00 when I've done things like this in the past.)

I find it's often harder to visit in a noisy or crowded restaurant, but I'm open to whatever you and the family would like.

[Paula Karr]

Just got an e-mail from Southwest, and they have a special on fares during April. The website is: http://www.southwest.com/hotfares/hotfares5.html?src=e021508.

It is my hope to be there, if a couple of open issues can be worked out.

Paula

[Judy Hamilton]

Just got an e-mail from Southwest, and they have a special on fares during April. The website is: http://www.southwest.com/hotfares/hotfares5.html?src=e021508.

It is my hope to be there, if a couple of open issues can be worked out.

Paula

HeY

Paula..COME TO OKLAHOMA CITY!!

and we can drive down together????????

I promise a memorable time..ask Marilyn, and Marsha

and LeAnne and Jeanne McGraft

i am a fun hostess

Judy

[Judy Hamilton]

HeY

Paula..COME TO OKLAHOMA CITY!!

and we can drive down together????????

I promise a memorable time..ask Marilyn, and Marsha

and LeAnne and Jeanne McGraft

i am a fun hostess

Judy

Paula
i have better advice..as my work schedule is not always
in my control..best to make a flight to and from Dallas and I can plan on
picking you up at DFW or Love Field..this way at least you will
for sure be in the same state (and city) as the memorial

Judy

[Dennis M. Scott]

Looks like Linda and I will be in OKC, April 18, for a wedding.

[Jim Severns]

I was just thinking about what Brad would want folks to wear at his service. Somehow, I can imagine him issuing an edict that all neckties be cut off with a big pair of scissors, as was the practice at a certain Dallas restaurant years ago. Then again, Brad being a native Texan, he might like string ties, but I don't have one of those.

:q)

[Mark Bolerjack]

Looks like Linda and I will be in OKC, April 18, for a wedding.

Would love to meet you for coffee or a meal if your schedule permits!

[Judy Hamilton]

Would love to meet you for coffee or a meal if your schedule permits!

ME TOOOOOO Dennis!! this is reeeal close to heading back to San Diego, but hope to be in town that week end
how about at least coffee???? If you are pressed for time and cannot do a real meal??

Judy

[Mike Wooldridge]

FYI for everyone planning to fly Southwest. They only fly into Love Field in Dallas.

[Gina Stevenson]

I was just thinking about what Brad would want folks to wear at his service. Somehow, I can imagine him issuing an edict that all neckties be cut off with a big pair of scissors, as was the practice at a certain Dallas restaurant years ago. Then again, Brad being a native Texan, he might like string ties, but I don't have one of those.

:q)


Oh, that's not just a Dallas thing. There was a place out in AZ [NE of PHX in Scottsdale, sort of in the real-desert area] that did that, too. I'd sure want to be warned of it before wearing a nice tie that I liked [well, some guys might like a tie or two they have, if they have to wear them sometimes, anyway :p], so I could wear some funky old tie that I didn't really care for, anyway, so i wouldn't matter re its getting cut off! :eek: ;) :basic05

Came back to add that it might be another eat-outdoors-if-you-like sort of place; seems there is one besides the one we went to years ago [that wasn't the tie place. ;)]

[Roland Hearn]

This is turning into something of a family affair for us now. My younger brother, sister and brother in law are all coming over for the service. I think this is going to be a great service of remembering what a great man Brad was and still is in our hearts.

[David Pettigrew]

Roland, I miss you disagreeing with me on the other forums.

[Roland Hearn]

Roland, I miss you disagreeing with me on the other forums.

Maybe I've started to agree with you :), stranger things have been known to happen.

[Paula Karr]

Paula
i have better advice..as my work schedule is not always
in my control..best to make a flight to and from Dallas and I can plan on
picking you up at DFW or Love Field..this way at least you will
for sure be in the same state (and city) as the memorial

Judy

Judy -- plans didn't work out, so I won't be there physically, but I'll sure be there in my heart.

Paula

[Karen Mercer]

There's a reception room across from the sanctuary at RCN that is often used for small dinners and gatherings. What about ordering in some BBQ? I'd be glad to make arrangements, and anyone attending who wants to stay and eat would just need to pay for a plate (usually around 6.00 when I've done things like this in the past.)

I find it's often harder to visit in a noisy or crowded restaurant, but I'm open to whatever you and the family would like.

David,
Jake and I were in Dallas this past week. I talked to Marcella Johnson, the wonderful lady there that handles funerals and the dinners around them. She needs to know how many Naznetters and family members that will be attending Brad's memorial service and she will make sure there's enough food at the church for a meal after the service. So if y'all know that you'll be there, please let her know by emailing the church at jsloan@yourchurch.org.
I'm really glad so many Naznetters are planning to come. Brad would love it!

[Karen Mercer]

I was just thinking about what Brad would want folks to wear at his service. Somehow, I can imagine him issuing an edict that all neckties be cut off with a big pair of scissors, as was the practice at a certain Dallas restaurant years ago. Then again, Brad being a native Texan, he might like string ties, but I don't have one of those.

:q)

If Brad were going to his own service, he'd be wearing the most comfortable clothing possible. He only dressed up to make other people feel better. If dress codes were left up to him, shorts and sandals would be great in summer and sweats and sports shoes would be accepted attire for colder weather. :laughing

[Roland Hearn]

I guess the big question is do we want to try and have a separate Naznet gathering in addition to the post Memorial service gathering or do we just want to all gather in together and catch up that way? This may be a question we need to take over to the main board to start to get an accurate idea of how many people do actually believe they will be in attendance. We are now getting down to the nitty gritty. There is 7 weeks from last Saturday until the service.

[Dave McClung]

I guess the big question is do we want to try and have a separate Naznet gathering in addition to the post Memorial service gathering or do we just want to all gather in together and catch up that way? This may be a question we need to take over to the main board to start to get an accurate idea of how many people do actually believe they will be in attendance. We are now getting down to the nitty gritty. There is 7 weeks from last Saturday until the service.

Roland, one thing I have learned through more than 10 years of NazNet is that it is very hard to pin NazNetters down in advance. As a group, we like to keep our options open. I certainly fall into that camp. I have some many variables in my life that it is hard to make commitments seven weeks in advance.

I am still working toward being there. (about 70% probability at this time.) It would be my suggestion that we not leave the church. If Naznetters went somewhere else, some would have to choose between being with the Mercer family and being with NazNet friends. If we stay at the church, it will be one big family. I am confident that family members will be pleased to have us.

[Dennis M. Scott]

Roland,
Naznet is only a secondary thing. No one is going to stand up at the funeral with that little "naznet" sign. It will be pleasant to see one another, but our reason for being there won't be that. As long as the family doesn't mind, we can be with them - and you, and let the naznet photo op slip away. Linda and I are planning to be there. Right now, we're still looking for the least expensive airfare. Loving Brad and being somewhat frugal aren't mutually exclusive. Some day maybe we can have a huge naznet rally - maybe in Brisbane, or something. This time, we want to express to you and Brad's family our love and support. Let's celebrate Brad, and love.
Only my opinion and open to being over ruled.

[Mark Bolerjack]

Betty and I will be there, if our schedule permits. I will do my best to keep the date open.

[Roland Hearn]

Roland, one thing I have learned through more than 10 years of NazNet is that it is very hard to pin NazNetters down in advance. As a group, we like to keep our options open. I certainly fall into that camp. I have some many variables in my life that it is hard to make commitments seven weeks in advance.

I am still working toward being there. (about 70% probability at this time.) It would be my suggestion that we not leave the church. If Naznetters went somewhere else, some would have to choose between being with the Mercer family and being with NazNet friends. If we stay at the church, it will be one big family. I am confident that family members will be pleased to have us.



That certainly sounds like the right way to go. It sure seems to me like it will make for the least need to duplicate planning if we are just all together following the service.

[Bruce Carriker]

As a military retiree, I'm embarrassed to ask this question: Are there any major military installations there? I know about San Antonio and El Paso, and of course, Killeen. But what's in Dallas?

I ask because they have really nice guest quarters, really cheap...especially the USAF, which is well known for taking great care of their people.

[Cecil Wallace]

But what's in Dallas?

I ask because they have really nice guest quarters, really cheap...especially the USAF, which is well known for taking great care of their people.
Carswell AFB is located on the northwest side of Ft. Worth.
At least, I think it is still an active base.

Correction...
It is now NAS JRB Fort Worth, TX, (Mission: The Training of Naval Air/Surface Reserve Forces)
http://benefits.military.com/misc/installations/Base_Content.jsp?id=4495

[Bruce Carriker]

Thank you Cecil. I've heard of Carswell AFB, but I didn't know where it was.

[Grandma Carolyn]

Karen,

Doug and I are planning to attend Brad's Memorial Service on April 12 at 2:00 pm.
Is this the correct time and date?

GC

[Grandma Carolyn]

Karen I just posted in another thread that Doug and I are planning to attend the Memorial Service for Brad. If there is another place that NazNetters are posting to say they plan to attend I haven't read it. I did read in one of Roland's post that he would like a thread started where NazNetters could let you know who planned to attend.

GC

[Karen Mercer]

Karen,

Doug and I are planning to attend Brad's Memorial Service on April 12 at 2:00 pm.
Is this the correct time and date?

GC

Yes, It's exactly right. Thanks for letting me know. :basic01

[Dave McClung]

Yes, It's exactly right. Thanks for letting me know. :basic01

Karen

Linda and I are also planning to be there. Our flight time is fairly close, so we will probably be just in time. We will let Marcella know that we will stay for the meal.

Dave McClung
mcclung@naznet.com

[Karen Mercer]

Karen

Linda and I are also planning to be there. Our flight time is fairly close, so we will probably be just in time. We will let Marcella know that we will stay for the meal.

Dave McClung
mcclung@naznet.com

THANK YOU! I'm looking forward to seeing y'all.

[Dave McClung]

We've had to change our plans for the date of Brad's service due to unforeseen circumstances.
The service is now planned for Saturday, April 12 at 2pm at Richardson Church of the Nazarene.
I'm really sorry if this is an inconvenience but it looks like this date will be better for those of us that
are having to travel really long distances to get there. We'll have time to visit before and after the service
if it's in April.

I really hope y'all can be there ~ I'm looking forward to seeing you!
love,
karen

ps. Thanks Joel for the map to RCN on the previous thread

This is a reminder. The memorial service for Brad Mercer will be next month -- Saturday, April 12 at 2pm at Richardson Church of the Nazarene

If you live in a city served by Southwest Airlines, they have some remarkably low rates. Linda and I will be flying in from Kansas City at $59 each!!!

If you plan to stay and visit after the service, please let RCN know. Linda and I have informed them that we will be there, but won't eat a meal. The person to contact is Johnnie Sloan at jsloan@yourchurch.org. Johnnie is another of those great members of the BNC class of 1965.

[G R 'Scott' Cundiff]

Is there a possibility of getting a ride to and from Love Field? I'm thinking of getting a flight.

[Dave McClung]

Is there a possibility of getting a ride to and from Love Field? I'm thinking of getting a flight.

We will be arriving at Love Field at 10:40 a.m. and will be pleased to give you a ride to RCN. I am sure we can get someone to drive you back to Love Field after the service. We have plans for after the Memorial Service.

[G R 'Scott' Cundiff]

We will be arriving at Love Field at 10:40 a.m. and will be pleased to give you a ride to RCN. I am sure we can get someone to drive you back to Love Field after the service. We have plans for after the Memorial Service.



Thanks Dave, I'll probably take you up on your kind offer.

[David Pettigrew]

I have notified the church office that Tracie, Hannah, and I will be attending. Is it my understanding that we are to dress casually?

[Karen Mercer]

Yes, please dress casually. Brad would have hated everybody dressing up on his behalf.

[G R 'Scott' Cundiff]

Okay, I need some help on the timing of the service, etc.

I'll take Dave up on getting the ride from the airport to the church. The service is at 2:00, then a meal. I'm thinking of a 7:00 flight home, which means getting back to the airport sometime before 6:00. I'm not sure how long from the church back to the airport (and will depend on someone being available to take me back to Love Field).

Is a 7:00 return flight about right or should I get one an hour earlier?

[Linda McClung]

Okay, I need some help on the timing of the service, etc.

I'll take Dave up on getting the ride from the airport to the church. The service is at 2:00, then a meal. I'm thinking of a 7:00 flight home, which means getting back to the airport sometime before 6:00. I'm not sure how long from the church back to the airport (and will depend on someone being available to take me back to Love Field).

Is a 7:00 return flight about right or should I get one an hour earlier?

That sounds reasonable to me. Love Field is about an hour from RCN at that time of day, maybe a bit less. (Dave on Linda's Computer)

[Judy Hamilton]

Okay, I need some help on the timing of the service, etc.

I'll take Dave up on getting the ride from the airport to the church. The service is at 2:00, then a meal. I'm thinking of a 7:00 flight home, which means getting back to the airport sometime before 6:00. I'm not sure how long from the church back to the airport (and will depend on someone being available to take me back to Love Field).

Is a 7:00 return flight about right or should I get one an hour earlier?

Scott ..do not make the flight earlier..arriving Love Field at six is good, this will be a Saturday
so traffic hopefully will not be as bad as were a week day. I will be coming back to Oklahoma and will be glad to drop you at Love Field

Judy

[G R 'Scott' Cundiff]

I have my reservations. I am looking forward to seeing everyone and looking forward to honoring the life of my friend.

Thanks Dave and Judy - I'll take you up on the airport transportation unless I get a better offer! :)

[Judy Hamilton]

I have my reservations. I am looking forward to seeing everyone and looking forward to honoring the life of my friend.

Thanks Dave and Judy - I'll take you up on the airport transportation unless I get a better offer! :)


a better offer!:)...mmmm would have to be a reeeealy good one!

i will plan on this Scott and am also looking forward to putting faces with names, finally meeting you Karen..

Judy

ps

just had a memory moment ....doesn't get much better than a ride
around Dallas with me...ask Marilyn Lawson

[Rosalie Ross]

Karen, John and I are planning to drive up there for Brads memorial. Hope we can make it, and we are looking forward to seeing everyone. John thought alot of Brad, and did get to fellowship with him in Dallas quite a few years back when they got together after a service. Rosalie

[Marilyn Lawson]

a better offer!:)...mmmm would have to be a reeeealy good one!

i will plan on this Scott and am also looking forward to putting faces with names, finally meeting you Karen..

Judy

ps

just had a memory moment ....doesn't get much better than a ride
around Dallas with me...ask Marilyn Lawson

I absoultly agree!!!!

I wish I could be there. Kinda hard with me leaving here on the 26th - there is spirit.

[Scott Hilton]

I was really hoping to make it up to the services and be with and meet some of you all. Circumstances are going to keep me from making the trip up there, but my thoughts and prayers will be with ya'll.

blessings

[Mark Bolerjack]

Betty, Tamara and I are planning to be there.

[Dave McClung]

We've had to change our plans for the date of Brad's service due to unforeseen circumstances.
The service is now planned for Saturday, April 12 at 2pm at Richardson Church of the Nazarene.
I'm really sorry if this is an inconvenience but it looks like this date will be better for those of us that
are having to travel really long distances to get there. We'll have time to visit before and after the service
if it's in April.

I really hope y'all can be there ~ I'm looking forward to seeing you!
love,
karen

ps. Thanks Joel for the map to RCN on the previous thread

Karen

I am so sorry, but Linda and I are not going to be able to be there on Saturday. We will be praying for all of you.

[Karen Mercer]

I'm sorry to have missed you, Dave. It was a great service and Brad would have loved it.
He would have been stoked to see all the people and would have talked all day long and never even thought about food. ;-) Maybe we can meet another time, another place. :-)