The Chijioke Life

A Note from Hannah I'm sitting here... staring at this screen and wondering how I can write anything adequate that will be able to express my heart and what I am going through... How do I write about something for which I have no words?? I never thought that being widowed at 32, with 5 young children, a baby who will never know his daddy... I never thought this would be in my life story... my heart is broken, although I KNOW where my husband is and I know I WILL see him again - - a part of me is missing from this world and the pain is physical at times... So many thoughts and questions want to run through my head - - so many decisions are coming up... and I have very few answers... and yet, along with my sorrow, I have peace... As I sit here, praying God will give me the words to say, Psalm 34 comes to mind, you can read the whole thing... but some excerpts which seem to have been written for/from me: "1.) I will praise the Lord at all times. I will constantly speak his praise...

Hello Friends and Family, The visitation/wake for CJ will take place on: Wednesday, July 20, 2011 6PM - 8PM Allen Family Funeral Options 2120 West Spring Creek Parkway Plano, Texas 75023 972-596-8200 The Memorial Service will take place on: Thursday, July 21, 2011 3PM Prestonwood Baptist Church 6801 West Park Boulevard Plano, Texas 75093 972-820-5000 In lieu of flowers you may make a donation to the Dick Chijioke Memorial Fund (see previous post). This will help Hannah to cover funeral expenses and provide a trust for their 5 children. For today Hannah (and the rest of the family) is doing well considering the circumstances. Hannah has said she has an "overwhelming gratitude" for the support shown to her from so many people. Please pray for God's continued guidance, strength and wisdom and for understanding and unity between families. "Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God" - Corrie Ten Boom

Hannah and Family have made it home safe and sound. Understandably, the trip was difficult but they are well. Thank you to those of you who helped in many ways big and small to get their home ready for them. Thank you to those who supported with prayers and listening ears. The Chijioke Memorial Fund has been set up to help with memorial expenses and assist Hannah and her family in the coming weeks ahead. To donate go to any Plains Capital Bank Branch or mail a check to Plains Capital Bank, Dick Chijioke Memorial Fund, 2323 Victory Avenue, Suite 100, Dallas, Texas 75219. Or use the donate button to the right to donate with a credit/debit card via paypal. I will update with memorial times and a care calendar as soon as I have that information available. This blog will become the primary method for updates from now on in order to streamline communication so please spread the word. Thanks!

Dear Friends and Family, The Chijioke/Robertson Family will be headed back from Tennessee tomorrow (7/14). Please pray for quick and safe travels as they make their way back to Dallas. Although we all want to be a comfort to Hannah please refrain from visits or phone calls for a time as the return home without CJ will be very difficult. We are in the process of setting up a memorial fund to assist Hannah. Donation information will be available tomorrow. Additionally, I will post an update as soon as the memorial service times are available. Again, the outpouring of love and kindness has been amazing. Thank you all for your patience and prayers as plans are made, it is much appreciated. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me at 214-986-6059 or kristenfiles@hotmail.com. I will be coordinating updates, meals and assistance as needed in order to provide some privacy for the family. Additional Prayer Requests: - Day by Day Guidance from God - Trust in God and His way...

Hello Friends and Family, this is Kristen Files a friend of the Chijioke family. As most of you may already know, CJ, Hannah's husband, went to be with the Lord yesterday (7/11/2011). Please keep Hannah, the kids, and extended family in prayer. Please refrain from phone calls to Hannah at this time. However, short messages (FB posts) and prayers are welcome. As Hannah and CJ have quite the circle of friends and family I will keep everyone updated and coordinate any meals, assistance and logistics that will be needed when they do return home to take some of the burden from Hannah and her family. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at 214-986-6059 or kristenfiles@hotmail.com. Thank you all so much for your outpouring of love and well wishes during this very difficult time, it is most appreciated!

On 7/11/2011 Dick "CJ" Chijioke passed from this life to the next. Please keep Hannah and their children in prayer.