Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Lila Patricia July 27 2010 - April 26 2014


This is the post that I have been dreading for three years. My beautiful angel has gained her wings. On Saturday April 26th Lila quietly passed away in her sleep.  It was peaceful and unexpected. That morning I had the impression to hold my baby close tell her I love her more than anything and that if this life ever got too hard or too painful she could go. Forty minutes later she closed her eyes for the last time.


Funeral services will be Saturday May 3rd at noon at the LDS chapel on 5600 south and Fashion blvd. A viewing will be held that morning at 10:30 as well as the night before from six until eight. Same location . 

Rest in peace my love.

24 comments:

kdemerson said...

Kristi, I don't know how I stumbled on your blog some time ago but I have followed your family's story and have been awed by your love and devotion to Lila. I am so sorry to hear of her death. May you be comforted by your memories of the love you shared - though I am not a Mormon I, too, know you'll be together again - whole and perfect. You are in my prayers.

Kelly said...

You have our love and thoughts and prayers! What an example you and Quinn have been to us all! Love, The Welch Family

Loving Brayden said...

I have been following your blog for over a year now. I was casually checking the blogs I follow when I saw the title of this post. My stomach dropped and I burst into tears. Sweet beautiful Lila is running and playing as an angel. Thinking of you and your family. Xoxo

The Christy's said...

I too am a blog follower and I want to tell you how much your story and strength has touched me. I'm so sorry to hear of Lila's passing and I want you to know you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Unknown said...

We are so saddened by Lila's passing and wanted you to know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. You are amazing people and parents and we are so grateful for your example of faith.
Love, Taylor and Elizabeth Lever

vintageblueballoon said...

No words can express how much we are sorry for your loss. Kristi, you are one of the most amazing women I have ever met. Lila could not have come to more perfect people. We love you all so much. We will always treasure the time we were able to meet and hold your beautiful girl. We love you, thank you for sharing your journey with your angel.

luke and kourt said...

Your beautiful sweet Lila has touched my heart in so many ways. Your family is in my prayers.

kathy said...

Like Ruby, I also lost an older sister that I never really had the chance to know. But I have a deep assurance that she has watched over me, and is waiting for me on the other side of the veil. Ruby will have Lila in her life, and someday they will get to have all the fun that sisters should share. I am so sorry for your loss.

Page said...

I don't know you personally but have been very touched by your story. I have been a better, more loving mother to my own children since reading about you and Lila. Thank you for sharing, and God bless.

sanda said...

We met momentarily at Will Richards graduation party a couple years ago, we are Will and Wendy's brother and sister in law. I have followed your blog since and am sorry for your loss. I know she is happy and healthy in heaven and that you will be reunited. I pray you will find peace and comfort during the time in-between. Much love.

Em said...

Sending you lots of love, Kristi.

Kelli said...

Beautifully written!! I love you four so much!

Gary and Jadee said...

I had the amazing opportunity to take care of your sweet angel for 2 nights last week at Primary's. I felt her sweet spirit the first time I walked into her room and she is a patient I will never forget. I'm so saddened by your loss of this most perfect sweet heart but glad she is finally whole again! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!

Heidi said...

I cannot imagine the loss of a child, or comprehend the accompanying grief. Especially one with a spirit as perfect as Lila's. She has touched many lives, including mine. Thanks for sharing your sweet experience Saturday morning. I am praying hard for your family.
Love Heidi

Les said...

I started following your blog after Tennille shared it a while ago. I was going through fertility problems and you inspired me so much during that time with your faith and positive attitude. I've always been so impressed with the grace you've shown through your difficult times. I'm so incredibly sorry for the loss you and your family have to endure. You and your sweet Lila have been in my prayers!

Missy W. said...

My sincerest condolences. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Bart and Michelle said...

I, too, have dreaded this post. Love you so much, Kris. You have showed such love, patience, strength, dedication, and so much more through everything you've been through. Thank you for letting me be a part of Lila's life. She has changed me and I can't wait to see her on the other side. Love your sweet family more than I can put into words. xoxo

Lindsey and Tommy said...

We will miss Lila dearly. Lila touched my life as well as so many others with her sweet spirit. Kris...my heart continues to ache for you! I want you to know how blessed I feel to have been apart of Lila's life and watch you in this journey as you have inspired me to be a better mother. Love you so much. My prayers are with you dear friend.

Barb said...

I love that picture of Lila cuddled up on Quinn's shoulder. What a sweet, peaceful moment to have captured. You are in our prayers and thoughts and we grieve with you.

Brandon and Lindsey B said...

Thank you for sharing her life and journey with us. I'm so grateful for the knowledge of the Plan of Salvation and that we can see our families again. We continue to pray for your family to have peace and comfort now and in the future. We love you!

Belinda said...

I'm not sure how I found your blog, but I have followed your story for some time. I am so very sorry to have read of Lila's passing. She has earned her angel wings, and now you have that special perfect spirit waiting for you and looking over you and your family. I pray you have peace and are surrounded by love.

Krystine M. said...

I've followed your blog since around the time Lila was born. She was so sweet and so beautiful. You are such a wonderful and loving mother and perfect for Lila. Her sweet spirit is back home. I pray that you find peace and are comforted by our promises of eternal families.

Lena said...

Sweet Kristi, I can only imagine what a difficult week you have had. You have been in my thoughts nonstop. I hope you know how much we love you. Thank you for being the greatest mother to Lila and Ruby and an example of Christ's love. You're incredible.

Cheyenne Hebert said...

I've followed quietly for quite some time now and my heart just aches for you and your family. I wish you nothing but strength and peace. May God be with your beautiful little girl until you meet again.