Ruth Bell Graham reported near death

[Soldier4Christ]

Ruth Bell Graham
reported near death 
Famed evangelist, gathered with children,
says wife 'close to going home to heaven'

Ruth Bell Graham, the wife of evangelist Billy Graham, slipped into a coma this morning after suffering from pneumonia and is near death, according to a family spokesman.

Four of the couple's five children are at their home in Montreat, N.C., and son Ned Graham is on his way, said A. Larry Ross.

Billy Graham issued a statement today saying he and his wife had decided to be buried next to each other at the Billy Graham Library in Billy Graham's hometown of Charlotte.

"We have held this decision privately and only decided to announce it now that she is close to going home to heaven," Billy Graham said. "Ruth is my soul mate and best friend, and I cannot imagine living a single day without her by my side. I am more in love with her today than when we first met over 65 years ago as students at Wheaton College."

Graham said "Ruth and I appreciate, more than we can express, the prayers and letters of encouragement we have received from people across the country and around the world."

"Our entire family has been home in recent days and it has meant so much to have them at our side during this time," he said. "We love each one of them dearly and thank God for them."

In December, the Washington Post reported the family was divided over the Grahams' burial place, indicating Ruth objected to a site at a museum being built in Charlotte that was favored by son Franklin. Billy Graham responded to the story, stating he and Ruth would make the decision together privately.

[Shammu]

My prayers, and thoughts are with Billy Graham's family. 

[MusicMedic5150]

She passed away just little while ago. She was a great woman and is in no pain or suffering now. Only eternal happiness, peace and joy. She is with Jesus. Amen.. 

[Soldier4Christ]

Amen.

[ibTina]

Dear Sister Ruth...

       

[Faithin1]

Dear Sister Ruth...

      

That is absolutely beautiful!  Just think, it's even more beautiful than mortal man can envision.

I pray the Lord will comfort the Graham family during this difficult time.  I understand her husband and children were all with her when she went to be with the Lord.  Although I know their hearts ache, I also know that they can rejoice in knowing she is with Jesus.