| Location | Columbus, Georgia US |
| Age | 11 years |
| Cause of Death | Cystic Fibrosis |
| Date of Birth | 04/01/1997 |
| Date of Death | 15/09/2008 |
| Visitors | 4,039 since 19/11/2008 |
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Christian is 11 years old and passed away from cystic fibrosis. He had been sick for a long time and his body was just too tired to go on any longer. For most of the past 6 months was spent in the hospital. He had his last surgery back in July and now in hind sight I wish that we would have waited.He finally came home on October 4th. In the end his oxygen levels depleted and he passed away painlessly. Christian was laid to rest at Parkhill Memorial cemetary in the Chapel of the Pines mausoleum on September 18, 2008. We figured that this way he could "breathe" better. His pediatrician Dr. Mark C. Oliver gave an eulogy and had everyone in tears. For visitation he had so many people show up to say goodbye. We think that the whole staff at the children's center showed up. He had so many volunteers and nurses show up as well as his respirtory therapists. It really made us feel good that he touched so many peoples lives.
Christian has two siblings Fox (6) and Aeryane (4). He loved Godzilla, Yu-gi-oh cards and cartoons. He loved to collect spent shells from Joey's(step-father) guns. He loved his animals. Joey used to take him to shoot at cans but it soon exhausted him so he would just watch. His favorite song was November Rain by Guns N Roses so that so played during his funeral.
November Rain lyrics
When I look into your eyes
I can see a love restrained
But darlin' when I hold you
Don't you know I feel the same
'Cause nothin' lasts forever
And we both know hearts can change
And it's hard to hold a candle
In the cold November rain
We've been through this such a long long time
Just tryin' to kill the pain
But lovers always come and lovers always go
An no one's really sure who's lettin' go today
Walking away
If we could take the time
to lay it on the line
I could rest my head
Just knowin' that you were mine
All mine
So if you want to love me
then darlin' don't refrain
Or I'll just end up walkin'
In the cold November rain
Do you need some time...on your own
Do you need some time...all alone
Everybody needs some time...
on their own
Don't you know you need some time...all alone
I know it's hard to keep an open heart
When even friends seem out to harm you
But if you could heal a broken heart
Wouldn't time be out to charm you
Sometimes I need some time...on my
own
Sometimes I need some time...all alone
Everybody needs some time...
on their own
Don't you know you need some time...all alone
And when your fears subside
And shadows still remain
I know that you can love me
When there's no one left to blame
So never mind the darkness
We still can find a way
'Cause nothin' lasts forever
Even cold November rain
Don't ya think that you need somebody
Don't ya think that you need someone
Everybody needs somebody
You're not the only one
You're not the only one
Here is an IReport on Christian that was on CNN 1/5/09. http://www.ireport.com/docs/DOC-174881
He is the other half of my heart. I miss him very much and wish that I could hold his hand one more time. He will be forever missed.
Happy Birthday In Heaven - by Winnie Lovett
"Happy Birthday Christian "
It's sure to be the best one yet,
Though you left us here behind.
Did you think that we'd forget?
Your cake this year, will surely be,
A beauty to behold.
With the icing made of Silver,
And the candles made of Gold.
Yes, your birthday in Heaven,
Will be such a grand affair.
And I know you'll look so lovely,
With a halo in your hair.
The Angels will come from everywhere,
To sing your birthday song.
And I know they'll be so happy,
That you've joined, God's Happy Throng.
No I can't send a card this year,
Or give a gift so fine.
So I'll just send a special prayer,
To that wonderful Son of yours.
BIG HUGS CHRISTIAN
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⋱♰⋰ Angel Day ⋱♰⋰
⋱♰⋰ Your Angel Day in Heaven ⋱♰⋰
⋱♰⋰ Many tears will fall for you ⋱♰⋰
⋱♰⋰ You touched so many loving hearts ⋱♰⋰
⋱♰⋰ There’s so many missing you ⋱♰⋰
⋱♰⋰ As you now live in paradise ⋱♰⋰
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⋱♰⋰ Close to all your loved ⋱♰⋰
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⋱♰⋰ night ⋱♰⋰
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....Goodnight and God Bless..........
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Missing you still...
Not a day goes by that you don't come to mind. I miss you and hate that you were taken away. I see you everyday in Fox & Aeryane. Aeryane looks just like you but with long hair. I mean IDENTICAL!! Fox is beginning to have your mannerisms. When the two of them are together it is like you are still here. It is difficult seeing your "Mom" & "Dad" come over or go to there house and not see you. It is hard to not look for you somewhere playing a video game or watching cartoons. I even miss you not being in the hospital giving the nurses a hard time. I don't know of anyone, young or old, that could watch cartoons, a Godzilla movie, and play a video game and know what was going on on all three!! You had an exceptional mind!! I only wish I could have seen you grow up and become a man, and a MAN you would have been!!
Remembering Our Son - by Mariane Holbrook
We'll only remember the good things
Like the day when our baby was born.
How he filled all our lives with such pleasure,
Never knowing that now we would mourn.
We'll only remember the good days,
Like the day when he ran to our arms
And he flashed his big smile so endearing
And displayed his unique baby charms.
We'll only remember the good things
Like the presents he wrapped with his love
And presented his heart to his parents
Like a gift straight from heaven above.
We'll only remember the fun times
When our family would gather as one,
And our laughter would fill all our household
At the antics of him, our dear Son.
So today though we mourn at his passing
And we wipe sorrow's tears from our eyes,
We'll remember this Son whom God gave us
And brought so much joy to our lives.
Copyright � 2006 Mariane Holbrook
Happy Birthday In Heaven - by Winnie Lovett
"Happy Birthday Christian"
It's sure to be the best one yet,
Though you left us here behind.
Did you think that we'd forget?
Your cake this year, will surely be,
A beauty to behold.
With the icing made of Silver,
And the candles made of Gold.
Yes, your birthday in Heaven,
Will be such a grand affair.
And I know you'll look so lovely,
With a halo in your hair.
The Angels will come from everywhere,
To sing your birthday song.
And I know they'll be so happy,
That you've joined, God's Happy Throng.
No I can't send a card this year,
Or give a gift so fine.
So I'll just send a special prayer,
To that wonderful Son of yours.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTIAN XX
A MISSIVE PARTY IN HEAVEN..........
THERES A PARTY GOING ON IN HEAVEN TODAY
ALL OUR ANGELS ARE INVITED TO PLAY
TO HAVE FUN IN GODS GARDEN THATS SO FULL OF LOVE
EACH AND EVERY ANGEL IS HAVING FUN UP ABOVE
WHILE THE LORD WATCHES OVER WITH PRIDE AND JOY
ITS THE PARTY OF A FATHER AND ALSO A LITTLE BOY
WHILE THEY ALL PLAY WITH LAUGHTER AND GLEE
THEY ALL SPREAD THERE WINGS AND FLY SO FREE
HAPPY BIRTHDAY THEY WILL ALL SING TODAY
AND REJOICE IN A HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY
THEY WILL BLOW KISSES FROM THEY SKY
WE WILL ALL FEEL THEM ON OUR CHEEK AS THEY FLOAT BY.......
copyright© Rosalind Roberts
Happy Birthday
Today, you should be turning 13. We should be having a huge party with tons of balloons and big cake somewhere that you picked. Instead I am heading to the cemetary balloons and card in hand. It isn't right.
I love and miss you Christian!!!!!!
What kind of place would heaven be with all its streets of gold, if all the souls, that dwell up there like yours and mine, were old? How strange would heaven’s music sound when harps begin to ring, if children were not gathered ‘round to help the angels sing. The children that God sends to us are only just a loan, He knows we need their sunshine to make the house a home. We need the inspiration of a baby’s blessed smile. He doesn’t say they’ve come to stay, just lends them for a while. Sometimes it takes them years to do the work for which they come. Sometimes in just a month or two our Father calls them home. I like to think some souls up there bear not one sinful scar. I love to think of heaven as a place where children are.
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This morning I woke up and had that God awful feeling that you were gone. I don't know what to do anymore. I feel like a failure because as a mother you should be able to protect your children. I couldn't have protected you from your illness but I somehow feel responsible. I know I shouldn't but I do.
I miss hearing your name and hearing your voice. How am I suppose to go on and feel this heartache day after day? Christian, I am a mess and I need you. I need to know that you are okay and that I didn't lie to you. I told you the night before that everything was going to be okay. The next morning you were gone and everything wasn't okay, my world was shattered. I don't know how to pick up all the pieces and go on. I know that I will see you again someday and that is all that I have to look forward to. I miss and love you.
Home again...
I keep hoping that I'll wake up from this nightmare and have you home again. Home where you belong, so I can hold on to you and never let you go. I love and miss you.
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