Thought I would add a picture of Theos other helpers who have kept him company on his journey.
A quick note to confirm funeral arrangements. The blog is probably the best way of informing people but we would also appreciate if anyone reading this could make phone calls etc to those you know we would want to be informed. We appreciate that not everyone will read the blog daily and we know you will understand the difficulty in getting in touch with everyone personally.
A service will be held at the Grangemouth Zetland Parish Church at 12.30pm on Friday 6th February. This is an open service to anyone wishing to attend and we would welcome all of Theo's supporters. We know many of you have followed Theo's journey and you may wish to say your farewells to him personally.
We will be holding a Private Family Burial at Kingscavil Cemetry following the church service.
Unfortuntely we will be unable to meet everyone so we have organised for some condolense books to be left out at the church. We would very much appreciate if everyone could write a message as we know we will find this comforting in the following weeks and it would be nice to have a record of all those that attended.
Directions to Church
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&tab=wl
A service will be held at the Grangemouth Zetland Parish Church at 12.30pm on Friday 6th February. This is an open service to anyone wishing to attend and we would welcome all of Theo's supporters. We know many of you have followed Theo's journey and you may wish to say your farewells to him personally.
We will be holding a Private Family Burial at Kingscavil Cemetry following the church service.
Unfortuntely we will be unable to meet everyone so we have organised for some condolense books to be left out at the church. We would very much appreciate if everyone could write a message as we know we will find this comforting in the following weeks and it would be nice to have a record of all those that attended.
Directions to Church
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&tab=wl
Gary & Nic,
ReplyDeleteI haven't been writing on your blog, but I have been reading your daily updates as and when I can. I am truly sorry for your loss and hope that you do find some comfort in the words, thoughts and prayers of all your family and friends. I know you will treasure the time you had with baby Theo forever. The strength both of you have shown over the past weeks has been incredible. You are all in my thoughts. Kylie xx
Thank you for sharing baby Theo's all-too-short life with us. He has touched more hearts and had a greater impact than many who live a lifetime. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteJoan and Donald
We were so sorry to hear your news. We are thinking of you all. xx
ReplyDeleteKevin, Brenda and James
You and little Theo will be in my thoughts tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteWith much love
Claire
xxx
Hello Nicola, I am an old work colleague. I worked at Barnardos, my name is Lynsey Findlay. I left not long after I had my son, Kerr. Susan McKelvie informed me of your heartbreaking news. I have read your blog from start to finish and was deeply moved. I can't imagine what you are going through at the moment; no parent should have to deal with the loss of their child. You have been very strong throughout. Theo was a very brave wee boy and was very lucky to have spent the few weeks he had with you and your family. Your time was brief, but will never be forgotten. I will be thinking of you today and will say a prayer in memory of your courageous little Theo.
ReplyDeleteWe send all our love to you and your family at this difficult time.
Lynsey, Ian, Kerr and Abi xxxxxx
Hi Gary, Nicola and Lucas,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say that we hope today goes OK and that the love and support from everyone will help you through.
I really cannot beging to imagine what you are all going through but just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
I truly do mean if there is anything at all we can do to help at any point, please don't hesiate to ask. We have a number of 'choo-choos' here in our house which are now gathering dust in favour of the likes of Ben 10, so they could do with a play, Lucas.
With all our love to little Theo, God bless.
The Semple family x
Dear Nic, Gary and Lucas,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry that I was unable to come to Theo's funeral. I had hoped to, but couldn't make it happen.
I am thinking of you all this afternoon and sending my love.
Janie xxx
I am thinking of you all as Theo's funeral goes ahead this afternoon. Your words on this blog have been such an inspiration; your strength in coping with such difficult times has been amazing. Thank you for sharing the photo of little Theo with his mum, and without his tubes.
ReplyDeleteAll very best wishes
Gill
(mum to Anna Swan, another exomphalos baby)
I am so sorry and saddened to hear of your loss. Your way of dealing with all that has happened is an inspiration to others and your little boy clearly inherited the inner strength his parents have shown. Thank you for sharing your son's all too brief life.
ReplyDeleteKind regards
Mum of an exomphalos baby
Nic, Gary and Lucas.
ReplyDeleteThe service today was very moving and i thought the pair of you were so brave although i am sure wee Theo provided you both with the strength and courage so see you through. I have attached a copy of a poem which has helped me through the grief of loosing someone so special
We little knew that morning that god was going to call your name
In life we loved you dearly and in death we do the same
It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone
For part of us went with you, the day god called you home
You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide
and although we cannot see you, you are always at our sides
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same
But as god calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
God bless - Cat and Ed
Just wanted to say what a beautiful service today and how brave and strong you both were - your boys must be very proud of you x
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