He has always been such a sweet boy, and lucky me who looks a little like my sisters, he would come to me without a fuss and let me hold him. I could sit for an hour or two with him on my lap and he would just sit there, contented. Just a week and a half ago, at my uncle Ron's rememberance party at Buca di Beppo, Oliver tried to eat my place mat and had me doing acrobatics to keep him out of my ice water. He almost laughed that day, if I remember right. We were all pretty funny looking, so I don't blame him for wanting to.
He died in his father's arms, after being admitted for influenza type A the day before. He will be missed.
So, to Oliver! May we all remember him and remember to show love and support to his family.
Picture taken from Oliver's facebook group.
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Ruthie, I am so sorry. I can't even imagine losing a child. How is your sister doing? Had he been sick for very long? Please let me know if you need anything!
ReplyDeleteSarah's strong, but it's still hard. I think she and her husband were just coming to the realization that Oliver was going to need some serious care, but he's been struggling for a while.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your love and support, Kristin. ^_^ I'll be sure to keep you posted if I need something.
I only met him a few times, but I remember how sweet he was and those big eyes. My heart aches for Sarah and Jared and they are in our prayers and thoughts. How are you doing Ruthie dear? I wish I could be there and give hugs. This has got to be hard on your whole family. We love you all and let us know what we can do for your dear sister.
ReplyDeleteRachel, thank you. I wish you were here for hugs too. ^_^ I'm just trying to think of ways I could help Sarah, and I'm afraid I've been unsuccessful right now on my own...but hopefully I'll think of something eventually.
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