Friday, February 18, 2011

Bella passed away this morning in my arms around 3:15 am on her 9 month birthday. There are no words for now to describe the pain, shock & void that we are feeling at this time. We pray for peace and continued faith that the Lord will carry us thru this time. Thank you all for your prayers. We will update soon with information on her service.

12 comments:

  1. We are so saddened by the news about Bella. You all have been in prayers for a long time and they will continue on.
    May God comfort and keep you.
    Rob and Sheri

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  2. I am complete strager but came to know about Bella through a friend's note on facebook. I have two kids and are prefectly healthy but I dread even a thought of losing any of them God forbid. I know how difficult it is just to think about it, I can feel how difficult it would be for you to live through it. My prayers go out for you and your family. May God giv eyou strength for this impossibly difficult time.

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  3. Chris and Telisha,
    God bless Bella, both of you, and your family. My daughter and I have prayed for Bella every night for the past 9 months. I pray today for your peace. It is a comfort to see your faith in God. I know that He is cradling her right now in the palm of His hand and promising you to take care of her. She was a special little girl who was loved by so many who followed through Facebook and your continued posts. God bless Bella!
    Anissa Sanborn
    (Jessica Marth Peach's sister)

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  4. I am so saddened to hear this. I also have a daughter who was born premature. Since I started reading your blog in June, Bella, you, and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers every day. You have shared so much of your beautiful little girl's life. Today I pray for peace.

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  5. i feel privileged to have 'known' your amazing daughter through this blog and your facebook page. her spirit will never be forgotten. i am so sorry for your loss and yet grateful that you were given the short time you had with her. you and your family will continue to be in my prayers. She is truly home now, whole and strong and you will see her again.
    *hugs to you from Oklahoma*
    Jess Townsend

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  6. Telisha, Chris and Dylan, My heart is breaking alongside yours this day. You have been some of the most wonderful, loving and caring family. We were all extremely fortunate to have Bella with us during the last 9 months. I am so sorry for your loss. I know it is hard now to know what to do, But God will lead you and comfort you during this time. Bella has brought so much sunshine into this dark world and into all the lives she has touched. You were so blessed to be allowed to be her parents . You held an angel in your arms, saw smile from heaven through Bella. There is no greater Blessing than being a parent. I know your heartache for I have been there. Give it to your Father above and he will comfort your breaking heart, He will let you know Bella is well and happy and suffering no more. He was short one little angel and needed her for something special. She has taught everyone patience , love like no other, and Faith of the greater of all. Know we are praying and will be praying for your comfort, strength and love to see you through this time. If you need anything let us know. We love you all so very much.Bella felt like one of our own little grand children. We love you Bella, today, tomorrow, Always and Forever. Our little girl Cherokee Rose is with her as well so many other children are there. They will be playing upon the clouds and chasing rainbows.May our Father love hold your family tight and his strength see you through. God Bless your family Telisha,Chris,Dylan and Bella and God Bless the little children

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  7. Just got the word through Belmont UMC's notice. I am saddened for you all. I know so much of her life was a gift to you, but that does not lessen or change your grief. Please know your church family is lifting you in prayer that God's grace and peace will give you comfort even as you question and mourn.

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  8. Telisha & Chris, I do not know you personally but I went to high school with Yolanda. I heard of your loss and came here to read your blog. As I sit here and wipe tears from eyes after reading about your BEAUTIFUL ANGEL, I want to let you both know that you are in my prayers. As a parent I can not imagine what pain you are feeling. Just know that GOD is walking with you both in this time of grief and always. I'm sorry for your loss. Just know that prayers are being said for you and your family from all over the world. God Bless!
    Katrina Barnes

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  9. I was so saddened to hear about Bella. You had a tough little fighter who gave it everything she had... I know how hard the next few days will be for your family. We have been thru the same a little over 3 years ago. We have you in our prayers and I hope that you will be able to find strength in the memory of your sweet girl and the love she brought to your hearts.

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  10. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful Arabella. Your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

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  11. We are so sad to hear about Bella - you have been in our thoughts and prayers since we first learned of her early birth and you will continue to be with us in our prayers. For the days and weeks ahead we pray for your strength and peace in the memories you have created with little Bella over the last 9 months - your amazing faith will bring you to each new day. With love and prayers to you both, Dylan, Cal & Joy and the rest of your families...

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  12. We are so sorry to learn of the loss of Arabella. We have known your daughter through this blog and through Cal and Joy. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. May your memories of Bella fill the sky with twinkling stars every night, give you strength, and eventual peace. Sue & Mark

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