Sarah - Gen23

The Bible devoted a whole chapter to the death and burial of Sarah.
Although Sarah's life was mostly barreness and shame, she was given twice by her husband to someone else, and then she gave her maid to her husband in her place, she birthed the vision that God put in her heart. Although she only saw a tiny glimpse of that vision and promise came to pass, although when she died Abraham had to trade for the field to bury her, she laid the foundation for her future generations. Thus her life is worth being remembered.
This reminds me of people like Frank Houston, although having flaws in their lives, they were faithful toward their calling and gave birth to the vision and laid foundation for future generations.
Sometimes we might use a whole life time to see just a glimpse of God's calling fulfilled, but if it's truly God's calling and promise, the reward in heaven will be great and it's worth every bit of effort and tears.