In Memoriam

[HeidiK 94]

Prayers for Bob's family as they celebrate his wonderful life and all of his accomplishments

[suebee 228]

He was a very nice man and such an important part of so many of our adoption journeys. My sympathies to those who loved him...including the Abrazo chicks.

[Steven&Melissa 979]

Finalization just isn't going to be the same without Bob and his famous photo opp as he hands the papers to the child. Sure hope his family and friends are finding peace in their hearts and know what a special part he was in our journeys!

[Stork Central 1,114]

Abrazo has been saddened to learn of the deaths of two of our birthfathers-- the untimely passing of Christo's birthfather Ivan V. last year, and yesterday's tragic death of David V., the birthfather of Jordan.

David attended birthparent support group faithfully with his girlfriend Monica, and we remember him fondly.

We lift both these young men and their families, as well as their placed children's families, in our prayers.

[TexasFamily 190]

Prayers for these fathers and for all who love them.

[Steven&Melissa 979]

Abrazo has been saddened to learn of the deaths of two of our birthfathers-- the untimely passing of Christo's birthfather last year, and yesterday's tragic death of David V., the birthfather of Jordan. David attended birthparent support group faithfully with his girlfriend Monica, and we remember him fondly. We lift both these young men and their families, as well as the Pontikis & Potvin families, in our prayers.

Huge hugs to both of these families. Merae - I know Jordan will cherish the photos and the stories you have to share with her now more than ever. I am so very sorry for the losses everyone is experiencing because these men are no longer here.

[RHSegura 548]

Merae, I am so sad to hear of this loss. Thinking of you all. Prayers of comfort for you, Monica, and David's family.

[HeidiK 94]

Prayers for all

[keepingfaith4us 197]

David will always be remembered in our hearts and talked about with love in our family. We are sad for this loss in many different ways, sad for the loss of relationship for our daughter, for Jordan's sisters, for Monica, and us. Our prayers are with his family, Monica, his daughters over the loss of life of a very genuine, loving man. We will always be grateful for the life he and Monica gave Jordan and will hold on tight to his memory to share with his daughters.

We love you, David, forever and always.

[1st x grandma 419]

Our deepest condolences to All the family of both these gentlemen.. May they rest in peace and may they now watch over their children and their families from their sacred place. May their families feel them close as they move forward carrying their memories in their hearts.

[Hcrouse 87]

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss. Prayers for the children they loved and the families left behind.

[DPJ 254]

Merae,

May God comfort you and Jordan!

[fran.c.didonato 126]

Sending prayers for both families.

[BDP21 292]

Sending prayers for all who loved these two men.

[Shawn and Jennifer 27]

So sorry to hear of these losses. Scott, Merae, and Jordan, we are thinking of you during this time.

[TRACEB 102]

Prayers for both families and all those who loved these young men. So very sad.

[Monica281 457]

Prayers for these families. I pray that they feel our love surrounding them during their time of loss.

[Stork Central 1,114]

You were not long for this world

but you were already loved in this world.

Your mama wanted so much more for you

than she could provide

so she'd been coming to Abrazo

to make loving plans for your future.

She called us just Monday to say

she'd chosen a couple to be

your future parents,

but it was not to be.

Yesterday morning,

you came too early and

the angels took you Home to be

with God instead.

We celebrate your place

in God's kingdom & we lift

you, your family on earth &

those who hoped to be family

in our thoughts & prayers.

You are not forgotten.

Rest in peace,

little one.

[1st x grandma 419]

Tiny Footprints

These are my footprints,
so perfect and so small.
These tiny footprints
never touched the ground at all.
Not one tiny footprint,
for now I have wings.
These tiny footprints were meant
for other things.
You will hear my tiny footprints,
in the patter of the rain.
Gentle drops like angel's tears,
of joy and not from pain.
You will see my tiny footprints,
in each butterflies' lazy dance.
I'll let you know I'm with you,
if you just give me that chance.
You will see my tiny footprints,
in the rustle of the leaves.
I will whisper names into the wind,
and call each one that grieves.
Most of all, these tiny footprints
are found on the hearts of all who love me.
'Cause even though I'm gone now,
We'll never truly part.

[keepingfaith4us 197]

You are not forgotten, little one. May you rest,, rest in the arms of our father and supported by our prayers. May your mom find peace and be comforted. Rest little one. May you be comforted in the arms of your creator.

[Terib1 107]

I am so sorry about this devastating loss. Rest in peace, sweet baby and I am praying for peace and comfort for your mom.

[RHSegura 548]

This is just so horribly sad.

[jnt 35]

My words cannot express my heart's sentiment. Thinking of each person affected and praying for peace for their aching hearts.

[TexasFamily 190]

This is so sad. We are thinking and praying for everyone.

[Stork Central 1,114]

Abrazo was saddened to learn today of the passing of another beloved member of our community, Tony, the birthfather of Ryder. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Tony's family and to Ryder's birthmother and Ryder's family, as they come to terms with this loss.

Tony was a dear man and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May he rest in eternal peace.