My Friend

As many of you know, I have been writing songs for several years. A few weeks back God gave me the words and music to a song that has ministered to my heart during this time of tragedy that our family has faced. We have had many friends visit, call, pray and send cards. And their support and friendship means more than words can express. But this song talks about our greatest friend, Jesus. And in the past several days he has proven his friendship to me time and time again. As you read the lyrics below please realize that he wishes to be your friend as well.

My Friend

VS.1 I found a friend today when I knelt down to pray
And he listened to the burdens of my soul.
His grace and mercy, he freely gave to me
And when I rose I knew that he was in control.

Chorus. His name is Jesus, the greatest friend I know
He shares his time with me because he loves me so
And in my darkest night, he then becomes my shining light
So if you’re tried within, I recommended my friend.

VS. 2 Now if you find your life is full of care and strife
And it seems as if your troubles have no end.
Then find a place to pray, oh and don’t delay
For in that quiet place is where you’ll find this friend.

Tag. And in my darkest night, he then becomes my shining light
So if you’re tried within, I recommended my friend.

Words and music written by: Roy McCarty Jr.

Picture of Jacob and myself

A few months ago we were in Gatlinburg, TN. Here is a picture of Jacob and myself on the chairlifts.

Roy

Picture of Jacob

Here is a picture of Jacob. It was taken a few months ago. The Funeral Home printed it on canvas to resemble an oil painting. The scan is taken from their edited version.

We miss him so much. Please continue to keep us in your prayers.

Roy McCarty Jr.

Saturday, A Very Hard Day

Saturday the 16th of December was one of the hardest days of our lives. My wife Tammy and I buried our 18 year old Son, Jacob Wesley. He will certainly be missed. His smile, his humor, love for children, his ability to put you on the spot, and most of all his heart of gold. He had an amazing ability in which he could have you angry one minute and laughing the next.

He loved to ride motorcycles, 4-wheelers, horses and would do just about anything if there was a little danger involved. He also loved to cook believe it or not.

As many of you know, Jacob was not our biological child. My wife’s sister (Melinda) was tragically killed in February of 1990 almost 17 years ago. She was 24 years old. Jacob was 2 years old at the time and we immediately took him as one of our own boys. We had 4 boys for several years. From the oldest to the youngest. Jimmy, Daniel, Joshua and Jacob. Derek would come along several years later in February of 2000. Making Jacob a big brother for the first time.

It is so hard to believe he’s gone, so it is with a heavy weeping heart that I write these words. For now he lies beside his first Mother, but I’m looking forward to the day when we shall see them again.

So for now I say……. Goodnight Son, I love you!

Dad

Very Sad Time

Dear Friends.

My wife Tammy and I along with the rest of our family are going through some of the hardest days of our life. On Wed. evening the 13th our 18 year old son Jacob lost his life in an automobile accident. I am simply asking that you keep us in your prayers as we so need God’s help and strength for the days ahead.

Thanks!
Roy McCarty Jr.

Our son Jimmy and his Family

We are having a great time with our son Jimmy, his wife Tiffany and their children Issiah and Kassidy. Jimmy is in the US Air Force and is Stationed in Shreveport, LA. They flew in on Saturday Dec. 2 and they will be with us for two weeks.

I will try to post some pictures soon.

Roy

A New Venture

No we haven't purchased a minivan but we are in the beginning stages of something I have wanted to do for several years. And now with the help of my son Dan McCarty, a friend, Mike Hill and myself we are getting started.

For several years now I have wanted to start a Southern Gospel trio. I recently purchased the sound equipment necessary and started searching for someone to sing the third harmony. We finally got together with Mike Hill and I could not have been more pleased. He is also a very accomplished guitarist.

We are now working on song selection, arrangement and harmonies. We have a lot of work to do but at least it’s a start.

Please keep us in your prayers.

Thanks!
Roy

A Great Thanksgiving

We had a great Thanksgiving. We gathered at my parents home, Roy Sr. and Jill McCarty. Our Grandmother lives with them also. Those present were, My brother Jim, his wife Rhonda and their son Travis. My sister Melissa, her husband Kelly and their children, Whitney, Bethanee and Weston. My brother Aaron his wife Melisa and their four children, Breanna, Bethany, Ethan and Ean. My youngest brother Michael was there and he brought along a Police friend and family. (Will, his wife and son) Of course myself my wife Tammy, and four of our boys, Daniel, Joshua, Jacob and Derek.

Missing were my oldest son (In the Air Force Stationed in Shreveport, LA) and his family. Jimmy his wife Tiffany and their children Issiah and Kassidy. My Brother from NC. Robert and his wife Tammy and his children Mandy and Jason. And also a younger brother from PA Stephen, his wife Jen and their children Tyler and Kaylen.

I'll try to upload some pictures soon.

Roy

Here we go

This is new for me but I'm going to give it a try. I will be trying to update a couple times a week.
Thanks!
Roy