I like to look at these things in this light rather then losing,because brothers and sister in truth, I HATE losing, more then I enjoy winning.( acts 20:24) Which says this" But I do not consider my life of any account as dear to myself,so that I may finish my course and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify solemnly of the gospel of the grace of God"
So this dear lady finished her course early,and she is going to heaven early. While this may seem sad for those left behind,I can assure you she is truly happy! She endured to the end,what a great lady of courage! I personally have know such people and have seen there state before departing!I know this takes strong courage! I do not know why we have to lose such fine people,there are yet so many battles to yet face and fight!
She has not lost, but has won a great victory! She is sitting with Jesus on his right side,in constant thanksgiving to him, for the life she did have on earth. And the great hope( rom 15:13) that those she did love will follow after her deeds!!( rev 14:13) So do not be sad for her,be thankful you had such a dear lady for 29 years, and always remember those you yourself care so much for,we do not know the day or hour we ourselves will be called as well.
So make sure you give Christ's love to all of those you love.And in so doing you will understand as many do here,that death is not a defeat!! Death is the end result of a most wonderful victory in our Lord Jesus!! ( 1 cor 15:51-58!!!!!!) Death is indeed SWALLOWED UP in VICTORY!!!!