Need y'alls prayers, guys.

[Joe/GA]

This is just the most awful thing that anyone should have to endure. My 3 1/2 month old grandaughter died yesterday. :cry: My son and his wife are devastated. They are taking it really hard and need help. I'll be heading up there (Virginia) tomorrow. The Coroner is saying that the cause is SIDS, Sudden Infant Death Sindrome. I don't mean to scare anyone, but if you have a child that is less than a year old, read on. SIDS seems to strike infants that are less than 6 months old, but can affect children up to 1 year old. My son and his wife were perfect parents. They were educated and practicing all the right methods of child rearing. The baby sitter noticed that Gwyneth was turning blue and called 911 and started CPR. She was a licensed to perform CPR. She continued CPR until the rescue crew arrived and took over. Unfortunately, she didn't make it. It's just not fair. A beautiful baby girl should not be dying at 3 1/2 months of age.
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Anyway, I'll be off the board for a few days.

[JD]

God bless the child, you and your family at this time Joe. Our prayers are with all.

[Zane]

i'M SORRY MY FRIEND, words seem to fail at a time like this. Just know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

[Bryan/BC]

I am at a loss to be able to understand why such tragedies happen Joe. Heartfelt sympathies from Carolle and myself to your family. Its so unfair...'


Bryan

[~~Snakeman~~]

Joe: With a granddaughter just half that age, I am dumbstruck. God Bless you all.

~~Greg~~

[DanS/FL]

Life is unfair, this type of tragedy should never happen. When your all together and the pain is unbearable, just all hold hands and feel the warmth of loved ones.
I'm sure you have the best wishes and support of all the GreenGrouper family.

Dan

[Mont]

Joe, that's horrible news. Our prayers are with you and yours. God bless that baby.

[Jesse]

Am so sorry to hear that.

May you and your family find peace.

[SpeckTackler]

Joe
I felt a heavy weight on my heart as I read your post my friend.I am without words at this time. God bless your family my friend.
Rusty

[Jack Hexter]

Joe

This is just horrible. Please accept my condolences for yourself and your family.

[Joe/GA]

Thanks guys. We arrived at my son's house about 1600 today. Fortunately, they have had a lot of support from friends and family. Almost too much support! They are not doing well, but are doing better. The Coroner did determine that the cause of death was SIDS. My Daughter in Law has been talking with some local SIDS foundation folks and they have helped her a bunch. Now, if we can only convince my son to talk to them...

[Joe/GA]

Hey guys. Thanks so much for your prayers and well wishes. A death in the family is never easy, but when it is such a young child; it is so much harder to handle. My son and daughter in law have been so devastated that I have actually been worried for their health. Unless you have been through something like this, you have no idea how it tears at your heart. I've lost many close friends and loved ones before, but it was never as sad as this.
The good news is that Mike and Heather are responding to the love and care of family and friends and are coping better. Heather has been speaking with a lady from http://www.sids.org/index.htm who lost her baby to SIDS in the last year. I'm hoping that Mike will eventually agree to speak with one of those great folks because it has really helped Heather. This is one support group that will be getting my donations. I've had monthly deductions going to Saint Judes Childrens Research Hospital for many years. What better cause is there, but our children?
It has been really amazing how my internet fishing buddies have responded. It's almost like having sever hundred more family members! You guys are the best!
Thanks again.
Joe

[Howard/Jax]

There are no words I can say that are any real comfort. Just know we grieve with you and are here for you.

[Eddie]

I've been off the board for a while and just saw your post. You have my sincerest condolonces, and I will pray for their emotional healing.

[PK]

I just now saw this after being away for a month... I am so very sorry for your loss.. condolences to you and your entire family on this very sad occasion...