"To give my life to God is not to deprive myself of anything. In fact I have received much more than I've ever wanted in my life" - Rev Father David Thexeira



This post is dedicated to my uncle, the Late, Great Reverend Father David Thexeira, born 6-11-56, ordained a priest 15-7-99 and called home on the 13 of December 2007.

Yesterday, my family and I celebrated his funeral/requiem mass, followed by the burial at Chua Chu Kang cemetery.

The past two weeks have been very hectic, worrying and emotionally taxing on the Thexeira Family. However, we know that Father David is now in a better place, and that somehow, his mission on Earth is complete.

My uncle was a man of few words, but those little words as well as his actions left a great impact on us all. The 3 things that sum up Uncle David would be, Love, Dedication and Kindness.

Uncle David was exemplary in all his various roles, be it; son, brother, Gabrielite, uncle, godfather, friend and of course, priest. He was a role-model and inspiration to one and all. My father's last, albeit simple, words following his burial proves this. "He was a Great Brother." My dad did not need to say more; that perfectly showed everyone who Father David was to us, the family.

Right now, I am sure Uncle David would want us all to move on in life. We may have lost him physically, but we all know he will always be around guiding and watching over us in spirit.

I love you Uncle David, the whole family does. We will all miss you very dearly. Enjoy your time spent with the man you taught about and loved very much, Jesus. We will see you again.

Visit www.frdavid-ablessedlife.blogspot.com for more on Father David Thexeira.