Abigail Ryan Fort

Dear Family:

I was at Oak Bluff Cemetery yesterday (checking on another 2 month old precious baby girl's grave- who is very special to me). I saw your sweet baby's picture. Just know that as I walk by your Abigail's grave - I'll be thinking of you and checking on her grave. I'm praying for your family.

My family would like to extend out deepest sympathy in this time of great loss, our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.

We are all keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and are here for whatever you need.

You do not know my personally but I went to school with Susan and Jerry in Nederland. I understand the loss you are feeling right now because I have been going through the same thing for the past 10 months--my son,Athan Allen died and even though he was 26 years old the pain is still the same. If there is any thing I can do to help let me know. I will ask my angel to watch your little angel. He would like that since he has a daughter.

YOU CAME LIKE A SOFT PUFF OF WIND, TOUCHED US ALL AND LEFT US WITH A PRECIOUS MEMORY WHICH WILL STAY WITH THE REST OF OUR LIVES. I KNOW YOU ARE WITH YOUR GREAT PAPA ARNOLD, SO YOU CAN WAIT WITH HIM UNTIL THE REST OF US GET THERE. IN FACT I AM SURE YOU HAVE QUITE A CROWD OF SOULS AROUND YOU WHICH WE ALL LOVE AND REMEMBER. WE LOVE AND CHERISH YOUR MOM, DAD, EMMA, KELLY AND TYLOR. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN !KISSES! KISSES !KISSES.

Jessica

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time for your loss.

Renee

Fort Family,

We are so saddened to hear of your unexpected loss. Everyone here is thinking and praying for your family. We hope you can find peace and strength in those that love you.

With Heartfelt Condolences,
The Woodlands Deli

To our dear friends,
Abigail was born (and forever will be) an angel.....So precious and so loved.
Our hearts are with you now and forever.

Meghan & Richard Pirkle

Jex, Shaun and Emma,
We cannot imagine the pain and loss you are experiencing, but we do promise to walk through it with you. May God bring you comfort, peace, and healing. May God give you strength to move forward. I pray that He would wrap you in His warm embrace and assure you of His love.
You are always in our hearts and prayers.
-Jason and Danelle

Dear Abby,

You were so sweet and cuddly in my arms. After holding you, I thought for a tiny secret second maybe I'd like to have a girl. Well now I know I have Emma to look out for and every time I look at the stars I'll know that you're in the best place. I promise to take care of your mommy and give her all the hugs and love she needs. Thank you for coming to my house and sharing your sweetness with me.

Love,
Melissa

Jex, Shaun, and Emma Lou:

We love you to the moon and back and will be here for y'all whenever you need us.

Jessica, Shaun and Emma,
My thoughts, love and prayers are with all of you. Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Please know that I will always be here for you.

With much love, Diane

My dear sweet Abigail, I thank my God for every remembrance I have of you. I held you in my arms when you were only minutes old, I will hold you in my heart for an eternity. Your mom was my second baby just like you were for her. With second children mothers seem to have a stronger sense of confidence in their motherly abilities and I witnessed this strength and assurance in your mommy as she cared for you each day. I watched as your daddy handled you so gently and kissed your little face with the love of a proud father. Your big sister Emma was a bit perplexed at your arrival, but she soon took to you as only a big sister can. She would give you "moochies" (kisses) at every opportunity and she was always quick to replace your pacifier when it fell from your little mouth. I was so happy when you were able to meet your Pawpaw, grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles and especially your cousins, Jacob, Gracie and Ethan on your visit to Texas. They each enjoyed taking their turn to hold you as we watched nervously very near by.
May each and every person, family and friend remember during this time of loss and pain that, "the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:7
Love you forever,
Your Meme

Jessica, Shaun, and Emma,
What beautiful photos you have of your baby! Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts. May you find comfort and strength in eachother.
With love,
The Horaks

Dear Abby

This is PawPaw although we only met twice in your short life, you have made such a difference in my life. I am so thankfull that your mom and dad brought you home for that visit. We couldn't understand why they would pack up a 6 week old baby and drive 16hrs from Florida to Texas to show you off but we are glad they did. God knows why and I rest in Him as you are now. I will love and rember you the rest of my life.

Your PawPaw

Our hearts pour out to your family. The keepsake Video was beautiful and brought a whole bunch of tears to my eyes. We wish you peace, and comfort knowing that she is up in heaven in her special place and hope that happiness will come to your home quickly. We love you and are thinking and praying for you daily.

The Krengels

So sorry to hear of the loss of your precious daughter. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love from the Quinn family,
Carl, Shannon, Kelsey and Katie

Jex and Shaun-
I am so, so, so sorry that you are having to walk through this dark season, but I am hopeful and confident that the Lord will bring you strength and comfort and a new season of light. I am thinking of you often and praying for you both, as well as for sweet Emma. You are surely in our thoughts and prayers. God works all things together for good.
Sarah and Jared Beukelman

I am so sorry - my heart and my prayers are with your family. Love Robin

We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for the whole family. She's a beautiful baby girl and you will see her again someday.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Hi Jex,

This is Jennifer (we worked together at DCC). Melissa told me what happened and I wanted to let you know that I'm praying for you. I lost a baby (although I never got to see my baby), but I can understand to a degree what you are going through. Just remember to trust in the Lord during this difficult time and He will get you through.

Jex and family,
There are no words to express, nor can I imagine your sense of loss. I am praying that the Lord's strength will be with you, may the Lord be the Lifter of your heads in this very trying time.

Blessings,
Allison

Jex - We love you and have spent time on our knees together praying for you and your family. Since we are lacking in the right words to say, we want to share with you a poem that was given to us years ago in our time of such deep sorrow...

God has not promised skies always blue,
flower-strewn pathways all our lives through.
God has not promised sun without rain,
joy without sorrow, peace without pain.

BUT, God HAS promised strength for the day,
rest for the labor, light for the way.
Grace for the trials, help from above,
unfailing sympathy, UNDYING LOVE.

We love you. Dr. Tony and Susan

Dear Jessica and Shaun,
You are in our constant thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. We pray that the "peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds...". We love you guys!
Sondra and Troy

You are in my prayers.

I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Jex, Shaun, and Emma:

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter and sister. May God comfort you and give you rest in this time of grief. He is faithful!

Praying for you,
Lisa

Jex and Family--My prayers are with your precious family. May God give you His peace, comfort, strength and love as you go through this difficult time.

My dear sweet Jex, my heart goes out to you and your family during these days and weeks that lie ahead. I pray that the peace that passes all understanding enfolds you in His arms.

With lots of love,
Lynda

Jex and family,

We love you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything let us know.

AJ & Jarrod

Dear Jessica, Shaun & Emma,
Please know many people are praying for you. The DCC Family heard the news and we've been praying ever since. May the Father give you the comfort and peace that only he can give in tragic times like these. May you cling to the hope we have in Him - the only hope in this life - hope of reuniting in eternity with Him and with Abigail.
In Him,
Crystal Laidacker

Shaun, Jessica, and Emma,

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God's ever-present love, peace, and comfort envelop you . "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted..." Psalm 34:18.

In Christ's Love,

Sarah

Shaun, Jessica, and Emma - Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Find your strength in God's love and in each other.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I am so very sorry for your loss.

Abby
(A Precious Life)
A precious life, so small yet impacting our world in a large way.
Tiny hands, tiny feet, tiny heart with so much love to give.
You were so sweet & precious that God wanted you right away.
Hearts are aching so much for someone we had so little time with.
The time we did have we are thanking God for those blessed
moments.
Perfect in every way, you brought a sense of peace to everyone who
knew you.
Even though we can't hold you in our arms, we will always hold you
in our hearts.
Our world will never be the same...this world will never forget.
This isn't a goodbye...in the words of your big sister this is a
"See you later".
by: Melanie Blount 06-21-09
Jessica, Shaun, and Emma
We love you guys so much and we are praying for healing and understanding for all of you. Continue to stay strong in your faith, and may time heal your sorrow and pain.

Jessica, Shaun & Emma,
Sam and I were so blessed to meet Abigail. We will miss her and always remember her precious face. We love you all so very much.

Aunt Colleen, Uncle Cleve, & Samantha

Dear Sweet Abigail,
I will never stop thanking God for giving you to us. You would laugh at Emma bouncing around and when we played nosies. You have the sweetest little giggle. Emma loved holding you, holding your bottle for you, giving you kisses and she thanks God for you every night. She's asking where you are and we let her know that you are gone "nigh-nigh with Jesus." I miss you more than I can ever say and I always will. You made me a better mom and a better person. Thank you for all the wonderful moments you gave us. I love you with all my heart.-Momma

You have my heart-felt sympathy for the loss of little Abigail. May you find peace with time.

I am continually thinking of you and your family. How difficult this must be. Hold strong to your faith and know so many people love you guys and are praying for you, Shaun and yalls family. May God be with you durring this time.

Renay Grubaugh

Abigail, I never had the honor of meeting you, but you are the prettiest girl I've ever seen. I've known your mom for a while now so I feel safe saying that she is a great mom and will love you forever. I'll keep her and your dad and sister in my thoughts to help them get through this difficult time. Keep your eye on them from heaven and make sure they stay out of trouble, ok?

Dear Jessica and family,
When I read about your baby, I thought I would share a short prayer which is in your great-great grandmother's (Burlie McGown Arnold) Holy Bible.
"The night is long and my fears build up;the road is rough and my heart grows weary, Bless me with your presence, O Lord, Give me your peace. Amen
God will give you His peace and comfort.
Your cousin,
Mary Jane Hankla Ryan

I am so sorry for your loss. May your precious baby rest in the hands of Jesus. What a beautiful angel we now have.

God Bless...

I am so sorry for what you're going through. I pray for peace and comfort to overflow. A song played on the radio today as I was thinking of you guys and believe God wanted me to share it. "Praise You in This Storm" -Casting Crowns "I will praise You in this storm. And I will lift my hands. You are Who You are. No matter where I am. Every tear I cry, You hold in Your hands. You've never left my side. Though my heart is torn, I will praise You in this storm." I am and will continue to pray for you guys. All my love, Kristen

Jessica and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I pray that God surrounds you with love and you have faith to know your baby girl is with the Lord.
Please let your deli family help with your healing!
We all love you and will be here if you need anything.
Jennifer Blackwell

We are so sorry about your loss. Remember Jesus is holding your little angel Abigail in Heaven. She will get to meet her great grandfather Dewey (Wilton) Arnold and all other family members that is no longer with us. With Love, Thomas Lynn Arnold and Katie Quinn and Georgia Damian Dauphine

Jessica, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you, girl! Michelle

All of us at Jason's Deli are thinking about ya'll and love you. We are praying that God will somehow comfort you during your time of sorrow. We are here for you in anyway possible.

Hello Abby this is your daddy. I wanted to be the first to say something to you. You were with mommy, Emma and me for 52 days here on this earth but you will be in our hearts for eternity. We did not miss a day of being with you. I announced to your mommy and to the nurses when you were born that you were an "Abigail". I cut your cord. You and me played nosies together and smiled and laughed till the wee hours of the night. I tried to eat your toes but you would tell me that you needed your toes. You tried to eat your fingers when you wanted to be fed but I told you "no way" and that you will need those fingers later on in life. I loved to hear you cry. I translated your cries into "daddy daddy please help me. I need help".That is what you said to me in my heart and it was daddy to the rescue. We had "BOOTY TIME" when you got a new booty. There was also a dance that went along with booty time.
I looked into your eyes and I saw happiness. I saw love and I felt comfort. You and your big sister Emma were going to bring out the best in me. Making me want to be the best daddy I could be for you both.
Emma says her night night prayers and she always includes you. I say my prayers over your bed and ask for special blessings for you and Emma and Mommy. We need and want you here with us but we know that you are in a better place now with someone who will never let you go. Jesus will always care for you. You will always be in my thoughts. I will speak of you everyday. I will always have you with me.
I want you to know that when you were no longer with us we held onto you, and kissed you we told you we loved you and we carried you to your new resting place. Mommy and me sleep with your blanket and your bear. We cry everyday and every night. We will never let go of you. I will always go to your final resting place and show you pictures of the things we do and how your big sister grows up and how you are always with us. We will place photos with you so you know we are with you. So you can see us. I will come to see you on your birthdays and let you know what the gifts are that we got for you. I have things I want to promise to you and I will tell you those things when I see you in Beaumont. One more big "I LOVE YOU". I will see you soon............
DADDY....

There are no words to say to ease your sorrow at a time like this, lean on your faith and know that the Lord's mighty hands are around you and your family during this extremely sad time. We love you all so very much - Love Aunt Sarah, Uncle Richard, Hannah & Rebekah