1960 – 2023
In Memory of the late Jessica Loon
I met sister Jessica Loon during our BSF days back in 2018 and subsequently in Sisters In Christ discipleship Group.
I have known Jessica to be of a gentle, kind and loving lady.
During those years I was truly encouraged and inspired by her faith and her steadfast love in our Lord Jesus Christ.
In our exchanges of pleasantries and sharing of God’s words in the mornings, via WhatsApp, we would encourage and inspire one another as we move on.
My husband and I had the opportunity to visit her at her home where we were warmly welcomed by her hospitality. She showed us her talents in handicrafts and artworks, and gave me a soft-toy like key holder as a souvenir. She enjoyed the homemade chicken pies I brought for her.
Never once had she lamented in complaining about her pains and sufferings, due to her illness, but reminded me to always give thanks to God in all circumstances. She told me that God is merciful and gracious and she’s always give thanks and praise to her Lord and Saviour upon her life.
I was so amazed and inspired by her faith in Christ and this has a great impact in my journey as a Christian.
Even in her last days she still held on to her Saviour with such steadfast faith. On 2 September 2023, she shared with me:
James 3:8-10 (NLT)
“8 but no one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison. 9 Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it cures those who have been made in the image of God. 10 And so blessing and cursing come pouring out of the same mouth. Surely, my brothers and sisters, this is not right!”Imagine the shock when I received news on 3 September, that is the next day, that she had gone home to be with Lord.
I was deeply shocked saddened beyond words. 🥲She had never once mentioned that her condition was critical, not even a single hint.
I will always remember and cherish her friendship and the souvenir. A beloved sister in Christ, forever in my heart.
May her soul rest in eternal peace, where there is no more pain and suffering, but only joy, peace and glory in heaven.
(My emotion was overwhelmed as I was writing this memorial)
By Rosie Tan
