From David Treybig, pastor, St. Petersburg/Tampa, FL:

Robert Bunting's long battle with Parkinson's Disease ended Friday evening, October 15, at 11:30 pm. Robert, a deacon and long-time member of the church, died peacefully and now awaits the first resurrection. His wife, Retha, and his four grown children are grateful that his suffering is over. It was almost two years ago that Bob went into a coma and the doctors said his death was imminent. Much to everyone's surprise, after 14 days in the coma Bob sat up in bed and started talking. Retha and Bob appreciated the additional time they had together.

Retha Bunting
8260 Vendome Blvd
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

8/21/2004

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From David Treybig, pastor, St. Petersburg, Florida:

Bob Bunting went into the Veteran's Hospital this week with a blood infection. Bob responded to the antibiotics he was given and has made some improvement, however the doctors say they are unable to completely eliminate the infection. Bob has now been sent back to the nursing home. Based upon Bob's instructions that he does not want heroic measures taken to preserve his life, the doctors have counseled Bob and his wife not to bring Bob back to the hospital when the infection once again becomes critical. Hospice workers are scheduled to begin seeing Bob at his nursing home.

The Buntings know that God has already extended Bob's life and are willing to accept whatever timetable God has for him. Thanks for your continued prayers for Bob and his wife, Retha, during this difficult time.

Bob & Retha Bunting
8260 Vendrome Blvd.
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

3/12/2003

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From David Treybig, pastor, St. Petersburg, Florida:

Robert Bunting continues to amaze his doctors who believed he should be deceased by now because of his Parkinson's Disease. At his nursing home, most days he gets around in his wheel chair, feeds himself in the dining room and talks with visitors who come to see him. Bob and his wife, Retha, remain appreciative of everyone's prayers.

Mr-s Robert Bunting
8260 Vendrome Blvd.
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
 

2/18/2003

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From David Treybig, pastor, St. Petersburg, Florida:

Robert Bunting, suffering from the last stages of Parkinson's disease, was sent approximately five weeks ago by doctors to hospice care to die.  As expected Robert became weaker each day and soon was unable to speak or feed himself. But after two weeks of hovering at death's door, it became apparent that God had other plans for Bob as he suddenly regained strength and began talking once again.  After further tests, Bob's doctors concluded that he had too much life left to be in hospice care.  So they sent him back to the nursing home he had been in prior to coming the Veterans' Hospital. Bob has now been back in his nursing home for ten days where he continues to talk and now feeds himself. Bob and his wife, Retha, want to thank all the brethren for their prayers and cards that have arrived from all over the world.  Bob and Retha have read each card or note and found tremendous encouragement from the many individuals and congregations who have written.  Thanks to everyone who wrote or prayed for Bob and most of all, to our great healing God!

Robert Bunting
8260 Vendrome Blvd
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

1/28/2003

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From David Treybig, pastor, St. Petersburg, Florida:

Robert Bunting, a long-time member and deacon in the St. Petersburg congregation is in the final stages of Parkinson’s disease.  Two weeks ago Robert developed pneumonia and according to his doctors, his condition is now terminal.  Robert is in the St. Petersburg Veteran’s Hospital’s hospice unit where his wife, Retha, is able to be with him around the clock.  He is not in pain and sleeps much of the time.  Knowing God’s promise of resurrection to His saints, he and Retha have been inspiring examples to the hospice staff.  Your prayers for the Buntings during this difficult time would be appreciated.

Mr-s Robert Bunting
8260
Vendrome Blvd.
Vendrome Village

Pinellas Park, FL 33781

12/23/2002

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