Truly know Gene and have had some wonderful email exchanges and a personal visit at an ATAR 4+ years ago... wonderful man. Servant of the Lord sure enough.
Prayers that Gene will continue his life long "leaning ont he Lord" for strength, peace and purpose through it all. Sometimes we expect our pastor friends to be stronger than the rest of us, but no matter how God fearing and God loving we are, loss hurts.
We share your pain, Gene... and pray for joy to follow in rejoicing in His will.