Dear Esma and Family, I wanted to take the time to write to you today, to express my sympathy for the loss of your husband Douglas Christie. Like you, my life has been touched by the untimely death of a loved one. My friends and family were a great comfort, but what helped me to cope was reflecting on the Bible's hope of seeing my loved one again, in what the Bible calls the Resurrection Hope". When all our dear friends and family that have passed away, will be brought back to life. Here are just a couple of scriptures in the Bible which describe this hope. Isaiah 25:8 "He (God) will actually swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will certainly wipe the tears from all faces".... John 5:28 "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice (the voice of Jesus) and come out". I sincerely wish all the best for you and your family at this time. Sincerely, One of Jehovah's Witnesses"

Hello beautiful Christie family. Some of you may not remember me (nee Batiste of Carlingford Baptist), but I was sad to hear of Mr Christie's passing last week. I have been praying for you all. I'm sorry I couldn't make it to the Memorial Service. love & prayer to all, Lyn.

Dad was no ordinary man, and growing up with him was always interesting. s a child I thought he should have been prime minister, because he knew about everything. as I got older, I realised that he contributed to the world in a way that no other prime minister could. He would connect with people insuch a way that he made them feel special. He enjoyed sharing stories about people, and helping them, not for his gain but out of genuine interest and a desire to know more about them. I will treasure the gift he has given me. I will not worry about money or material things, but i will co