Baby Gavin Myers

Prayer for Gavin

St. Gerard, who, like the Savior, loved children so tenderly and by your prayers freed many from disease and even death, listen to us who are pleading for our sick child.

We thank God for the great gift of baby Gavin and ask him to restore him to health if such be his holy will. This favor, we beg of you through your love for all children, mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers.

Amen.

I know there is nothing I can say that can make things better, but I want you all to know that Gavin is in my thoughts and prayers everyday. No matter what happens you have to be happy for the time you do have with him. He has already touched your lives forever. You have a piece of heaven. Here is a poem for Gavin, rick, and Shannon. That’s how I deal with things I write.

Holding heaven in your hands
Face to face with God
A ray of sunshine in your arms
Sent from up above
Love, joy, and purity
In tangible form
A breath of life
From the creator himself
Placed carefully
In your two hands
To care for, to love
A piece of his kingdom…Heaven

and here’s one more. I could never begin to imagine how it feels but:

Though the night surrounds you
A thousand voices whispering
Your mind is spinning endlessly
Through the shadows a star is glistening
Countless hours ticking by
Slowly driving you insane
Close your eyes, breathe in deep
Exhale all the pain
Soon the sun will shine again
And you will be relieved
All you have to do
Is stay focused and believe

god bless you all, i will continue to pray.

We are all praying for you Gavin, and for the
family!!!!!!! There is not a night or day that does not go by that you all are in our prayers and thoughts!

My support goes out to baby Gavin, Shannon, Rick, and Madison. Stay strong, we are all praying for you!

May God Bless you and your family and give you the strength to get though all that lies ahead of you. Keep the faith. God can move mountains. Without God we have nothing.You and your entire family are in our prayers daily. We were so saddened to hear about Gavin. If we can do anything we are always here.

Rick, Shannon, & Family,

I just want to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. As hard as it is, don’t give up on your faith. Our God is an awesome God and he will give you the strength and the encouragement that you need to face each day. Take one day at a time and know there are a lot of people out there that care for you and are praying for you. If you need anything you can rely on anyone of us with anything you may need. May God Bless you and your family.

Cindy & Jon Bobin & Boys

http://www.wrensworld.com/perserverance.htm This is a little poem of encouragement for you.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

i am a student in mrs. lentz class i would like to wish you and baby gavin the best of luck through your hard times and you are in my prayers

Hey this is from a student from Aliquippa High School from Mrs. Lentz class and I hope he feels better and He Is in my prayers.

P.S. Lashawn
Lots of Hope
and Love!!!

Shannon,
Hi I am one of Mrs.Lentz students. I just wanted to say i am very sorry about what happened to Baby Gavin. I will pray for you and your family.Have faith!!

Hello shannon i am a student at Aliquippa High School and i attend Ms. Lentz’s class. I heard and read about your adorable son. I have a strong passion for every baby in this world. i wish you all the luck in the world for your child and hope he keeps strong. He will be in my prayers from this day on now. i HOPE he gets through this. Much uck and Love

Hi Shannon,
I am a Junior at Aliquippa High School and i am in Mrs. Lentz class. She told us about your son and i am so sorry to hear this. I understand how you feel because my father is suffering from lung cancer. It was overwellming but i managed to get through it. I will keep you in my prayers and I wish the best for you and your son.
Sincerly,
Shamia F. Cain

Hi Sweet Baby Gavin,
My family and I have been praying for you (and your family) for a while now. Prayer is a very powerful thing so keep the faith! God’s plan may seem mysterious now but He always shows us the answers. Stay strong little guy, and keep smiling.
Our Hearts, Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

Rick,Shannon, Madison & Gavin
Our hearts and prayers go out to you. We have asked for prayers at our local Church here in Huntingdon for you and your family.

My name is Ashley Johnson. My mom work’s for
Lori Waltz and she told me about your son Gavin.
I just wanted to say that I am praying for Gavin
and your family. I also sent an email out to my
friends through out the world to pray for you all as well.
I just want you to know we all pulling for Gavin
and hoping and praying for him.

HELLO-Myers family–You need to know how much all of you are loved!!Many prayers have been bombarding the heavens for you and Gavin, from my family,friends(near and far)The Ellwood City Hospital Auxiliary and the Ellwood Community. The Angels are all around all of you -Be not afraid!! Blessings-Kathy

rick,shannon,and madison,
thinking and praying for you guys.

I may not know you, but this story is very sad..i do not know what to say but that baby gavin is in my prayers and in my familys prayers and the family of that little boy is also in our prayers, I know with God protecting him he will help this little bundle of joy get well. Its horrible for him to go through this but i believe God has a plan for him like he does us all and he will be watching over him. Please get well soon baby gavin!

I was so sorry to hear of your family’s difficult time. You are all in my thoughts. I pray for your continued strength.

Hello, I just wanted to send my love and faith to Baby Gavin and all of his family during this difficult time. Thinking of you and praying for you daily.
In Jesus Name,
Dru, Devon, Ryan, and Beth Ann Merrick

I am one of Jamilyn’s friends from Winding Springs Elementary in Charlotte, NC. I can’t imagine what your pain is right now, but as you go through the agony of this experience I will gently cradle you in my arms of prayer and fervently wish for God to send you ministering angels today. Right now.

Shanon and Rick
You ALL are our prayers! I know
This is a tough time for you both!
BUT keep the faith! God is there and all
the people that know and love you.

Hello, I am a friend of Trudy Myers, and wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to the entire family in this difficult time. I will continue to pray for all to keep their strength and courage, and a miracle for Baby Gavin.

you all are in my prayers, every day. hope, believe and God bless all of you with His strength.

I am a very good friend of Tracey(Brest) Hasan.She has been with me since my cancer diagnoses Sept.10th. The BIG GUY has a plan for each and everyone of us. At times we wonder why, but we don’t question it. And I can promise you that prayer is very powerful. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. May God bless us all,Corinne

Shannon,
Hi, I don’t know if you will remember me but I am Coochi Main’s mother. I was recently diagnosed with cancer myself and I can’t tell how much sympathy and compassion I have for your baby. I am a born again Christian and pray for Gavin on a daily and nightly basis. We, Coochi, Melissa, Dylan and myself, will continue to pray for your baby and your family and know that God only gives you what you can handle and then He takes over after that. I am believing for your baby’s recovery.
Love,
Anna, Coochi, Melissa and Dylan Main

Just wanted your family to know that we are thinking of you often and praying for you daily.

We are keeping you all in our prayers. Gavin is such a special little boy and we are so sorry he is so sick. Stay strong in your faith and God will see you all through to Gavin’s full recovery.
Much love,
Jim & Joan

Rick and Shannon..and of course lil Miss Madison and Gavin as well..

I just wanted to say that you’re all in my thoughts..I love you all like family and if you ever need anything, don’t ever hesitate to give me a call..I love you all!!

I can’t wait to get “up there”
and hold wee Gavin and all of you
in my arms. I know so many caring and
compassionate
people are reaching
out with donations and prayers
to help ease your way. I trust the blessings
will keep flowing as you travel what others
have deemed the “loneliest road” to search for
Gavin’s miracle. I know we are so truly blessed
for having you…and I hope you can feel
(especially in the darkest of times) each
and every one of us walking beside you…

big Love, Kim (aka NeeNee) and Steve
Hollywood, FL

Rick and Shannon..your family is in my thoughts and prayers daily!! May Gos bless all of you and help you through this ahrd time..Melody

Rick and Shannon,
At this special time of the year when we
prepare to celebrate the birth of our Savior
and at a time so filled with excitement and
anticipation by small children everywhere, we
were so saddened to hear about your son, Gavin.

We work so hard at protecting those we love,
especially our children, but sometimes we are
unable to wrap our arms around them and “make
it all better” Now we must ask God to wrap his
gentle and loving arms, not only around Gavin,
but also you his family and “make it all better”.

Please, Lord, if it be Thy will, restore health
to Gavin and give Rick, Shannon and their
families the strength and faith they will need
through the coming days and months. May the
Miracle of Christmas touch their baby boy in
some special way, Amen.

The Gallagher Family

Just wanted you to know that I’m checking in on the progress. It was a good report today. I am expecting nothing less in Jesus name!!!! Love Beth Ann

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Gavin has been added to our prayer list at church. May God’s blessings surround you.

SHANNON AND RICK
JUST WANTED TO LET YOU THAT WE THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE ARE HOLDING A 50/50 RAFFLE NOW THROUGH DEC 11TH

Rick and Shannon,
I just wanted to let you know that we’re thinking about you and that you all are in our prayers. I can’t even begin to imagine what you’ve been going through or the road that lies ahead. I just hope and pray that Gavin will make it through this. Remember to be thankful for each and every minute, for the greatest things in life are made up of moments that we carry with us forever.

Im so sorry about Baby Gavin. I am sure God will have him recover soon. Good luck to you, your family and Baby Gavin.

Love Paige

Shannon, Rick, Madison, and Gavin,
There are no right words to say that will give
you the comfort you need. There are no words that will ease your pain. All I can do is tell you that ALL OF YOU are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. I know that there is a God up there along with Diana and Paul who are looking down on all of you and will in their own way help you through this. Christmas is the time of miracles and faith and maybe this Chriatmas more then ever you have all helped everyone to realize what is truly important. Please know that my thoughts and prayers remain with you all always and if there is anything I can do please call me

Love to all of you,
Carolyn I.

Rick and Shannon,

I read about Gavin’s bloodwork and that is great news!!! I believe in my heart we will see a Miracle for you all. Please let me know if you ever need anything. Keeping you in my prayers each and every day! God Bless you!

I heard of your website from a friend. I am so sorry for your family’s hard times. I will keep Gavin in my prayers as he endures his chemotherapy.

I know that the cost of cancer therapy can be enormous, even with good insurance. I gathered from the website that Gavin is being treated at Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania, a wonderful facility.

I just wanted to mention that your family may want to look into treatment at St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN.

I am sure that you know about St. Jude, the hospital that Danny Thomas founded. It is a wonderful place, offering state of the art care, up-to-date therapies and a comforting supportive environment for families. I believe that St. Jude does file costs with insurance companies, but families are not responsible for any of the other costs. That can potentially alleviate at least one of your burdens.

I see that you live in PA. St. Judes sees patients from all over the world. There is a “Target House”, which houses families for extended periods of time while the children are being treated. The accomodations are fantastic. There is a wonderful library, fantastic playground, beautiful gazebo, gym, etc. It was opened around 1998.

I do not work for St. Jude, although I may sound like it. I am a physician and I did my training in Memphis. Part of my training was at St. Jude. My husband and I used to volunteer at the St. Jude Target House. They are truly wonderful in every aspect of treating children (and their families) with cancer. I just thought I’d mention that to you.

Again, my thought and prayers are with you and baby Gavin. Miracles happen and babies beat the odds every day.
God bless you all,
Halla Sher

SHANNON & RICK,

GIVE MY LOVE & PRAYERS TO MY GREAT NEPHEW GAVIN. I MISS & LOVE YOU ALL. I AM PRAYING EVERYDAY FOR YOU.

I know there is nothing i can say to make you feel better, i just want you to know i pray for Gavin everyday.
Joey, Kristin and Michael LaTona

dearest gavin,
you are 6 mos. old today sweetie…thank you
for our “bonding” yesterday…and how we will
celebrate your 1-yr. birthday!
love and toe kisses, “g-aunt” phyl

My name is Pam and I live next door to Kim and Steve. I am sending my prayers to
Gavin. I have a grandson who is almost 7 months old and cant even imagine a little boy having to go through this. If you or you family need anything please let me know. All my love and prayer, Pam and Joe Calciano.

Glad to learn that Gavin’s blood test results are good. We continue to pray for a complete healing for him and for continued strength for all of you.

always prayen for you geepers. I love you!

Dear Shannon I am a friend of Jenny’s and Melissa’s. I recently went through a lung transplant and am doing well. I heard about baby Gavin and was sorry to hear he has so many health issues. I am sure you are worried but take heart, there are many people praying for a miracle for your son…………I sent a donation through Jenny Weisz for medical or whatever expenses you will have and also donated toward the chinese auction through the hospital. the baskets were gorgeous. I wish you strength and peace during this challenging time. Gavin is adorable.
Kari Goerl

Rick, Shannon, Madison, and Baby Gavin,
You are all in my thoughts and I am praying for you everday.

Rick & Shannon,
I just read your story in the NC News. Our prayers go out to you and your family. May the good Lord heal Baby Gavin and strengthen each of you.

MY MOM (DONNA JONES)TOLD ME GAVIN WAS SICK…YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS EVERY SINGLE DAY. I CAN NOT EVEN IMAGINE WHAT YOU ARE FEELING RIGHT NOW. I PRAY GOD GIVES YOU STRENGTH AND A MIRACLE.

Shannon,

I just read your article in the Ellwood City Ledger. As I read the article, I did not realize who you were until I saw your maiden name (Frederick). Please know that we will pray for strenghth and healing for you and your precious baby. Sometimes we don’t understand why, but God always has a plan for each one of us. God bless!

Shawn (Chappell) Preston and family
Brian, Hannah and Cara

We know first hand the emotional and finical stress your family is going though. Please keep a positive attitude because Gavin can beat neuroblastoma. Our grandson Chase is proof of that.
Chase is a survivor of neuroblastoma. At the age of two he had to endure several surgeries, several chemo treatments, and a stem cell rescue at children’s in Pittsburgh.

I am happy to report that at his last check up the doctor’s say he is in remission.

Chase is a typical 4 ½ year old little boy showing no ill effects of this terrible disease. He is a growing, active bundle of energy thanks to the prayers from all over the world, and the doctors at Children’s.

GAVIN CAN BEAT THIS DISEASE!!!!

“The Prayer”

~I pray you’ll be our eyes, and watch us where we go and help us to be wise in times when we don’t know…Let this be our prayer, when we lose our way…Lead us to a place, guide us with your grace, to a place where we’ll be safe~

Dear Baby Gavin, Shannon, Rick & Madison:

Words cannot adequately express the pain I feel for baby Gavin and your family. Shannon, I have had the pleasure of knowing you and Ivy through working with your wonderful mother Diana. I pray for your beautiful baby boy and for your family that our God is walking beside you during this difficult time, guiding you to a safe place, and shining his love upon you.

Love,

Melissa Verone

“Let your heart not be troubled, Trust in me for I am with you”

John 14:10

Rick, Shannon, Madison, and Baby Gavin,

I just want you to know that there is NOT a moment when I don’t think about you guys!! I pray everynight that you guys wake up to find that Gavin has beaten this!! Just like everyone has said–prayer and God are both powerful things and believe me–you have a lot of prayers coming from my household!! Take care of yourselves and if you need anything–you guys know where to find me!!
Love,
Maria Rodgers (Nuclear Medicine)

Shannon,Rick, Maddie, and Gavin
May the comfort and peace of our Lord jesus Christ be with you all. May your faith be strong and believe in the drama of miracles. “He has put His angels in charge of you to watch over you whever you go”.
Love you, Lori and Mike

Rick, I know it has been many years since we have seen eachother but that does not stop my heart from going out to you and your family. You are all in my prayers every day. Emily sent me a letter which I forwarded to my mom. She has been able to set up a fundraiser at work. I have forwarded all of the information to Emily. Please contact me and I will also pass it on to you. The money will be collected at their annual Christmas party. I have also tried to set one up my own at my job, but have been told it will not be able to happen until closer to February. As soon as I am able I will. Until then Merry Christmas and God Bless…Amy

Gavin is in my thoughts very often and my prayers all the time now. I had the pleasure of meeting this awesome little boy and was so touched. I have a baby girl 11 months old and think of him often when I look at her. I keep thinking that she and Gavin are going to be growing up together and hope they become friends. God Bless the whold Meyers family and have faith.

Shannon,Rick,Madison,Gavin
Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys, not a day goes by when we are not thinking of you, stay strong and kep your faith and remember God is looking down on you and your family in your time of need.
Pam,Joe, Jared MacDonald

Dear Rick and Shannon
It”s Christmas time, and My Christmas wish this year is to year is for a Christmas miracle. I really
believe in miracles. I pray that God will grant
your family a wonderful Christmas miracle. I
wish great success in all treatments to baby
Gavin and that you will have many more happy
Christmas’s to come.
Your always in my thoughts and prayers.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year

“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing , that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. ” Romans 15:13

“Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet the inward man is being renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things that are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.” Romans 16-18

We had a nice weekend with a group of friends from home and family. We are blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives.

Please continue to pray that the good days will begin to out number the bad days. That God will bring comfort and peace to Amy’s heart and soul. She has been through so much and continues to deal with so many different emotions. I would give anything to take these burdens off of her for just one day. But, God is the only one with that power and thats why I ask for prayer.

Amy, Abby, and I lift up Gavin Myers and family(Infant baby boy dealing with neuroblastoma from Ellwood City) and Corrine Borcelli (dealing with cancer also) in prayer daily. We hope that verses like the ones above can bring comfort like they do for us.

In Christ,

Mark Gardner

I am a friend of Jamilyn’s ( I work with her). Your family is in my family’s prayers daily.

Shannon, Rick, Madision, and Gavin,

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I wish I had the power to make everything better.
God takes care of us and I know there are angels
looking after all of you. God Bless and stay strong.
Love,
Stephanie and Michael

Baby Gavin – today is the 20th of December and I recently read an update – A week ago on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, I presented you to Mary and asked her for a healing. I believe She is interceeding for you. I will continue to pray for you everyday at the 3:00 Hour. We love you.

May God place his blessings upon you and send his Angels to watch over you.

To Gavin and his family,you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rick, Shannon, Maddie and Gavin:
The four of you are in our hearts this Christmas morning.
Today we pray for a miracle for your family and for your strength to continue through these difficult times.
Love to you all!

Shannon and rick if you get a chance to read this, I was watching a show on tv lastnight and there was a story about a couple whose child had cancer and they happened to win the lottery and they used the money to start a foundation for families with pediatric cancer. I looked it up online and it is real. You should take a look. its worth a try. It is called the “jake owen rayborn foundation” and the web site is http://www.jakesfoundation.org Glad to hear gavin might be coming home. Take care, all of you.

We are so glad you are home Gavin!

May God Bless your family. I pray for your family every single day. I hope that Gavin will soon be cured and you can all go about a “normal” day. You are such loving parents and I am sure you know that you have thousands of people praying for your family. God Bless.

I just wanted to let you know
that you are all in my prayers everyday.
Gavin has a lot of great people behind him
and I believe prayer is the best thing.
God Bless

Nicole Piecuch

We just wanted to tell you again what amazing people you both are and how much we love you guys and maddie. We are so glad that you all had such a great Christmas together. We have been thinking of you very much! You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything at anytime that you need! The kids send their love!

Darling baby, prayers are being sent from England too for you to get better. Lots of cuddles and hugs from us all. Alexander and Daniel want to send their love too. A miracle happened for Alex when he suddenly walked unaided and so we ask your guardian angel for you to get better very soon. Love to your family also. There are so many out there that are asking Jesus not to leave your side.
God bless you little man. From Angie xx

Hello again. I’m writing to give you our love and support. We’re still praying and thinking of you. From- Ryan, Beth Ann, Dru, and Devon Merrick

Dear Rick & Shannon,
I am a sales rep that calls on the RT dept. Since hearing about baby Gavin I have been praying for your family. I have also past this website along to my family because I had a sister that had neuroblastoma. I hope 2008 bring your family much health.
Jackie Stewart

Rick and Shannon,

Your next door neighbors, Linda and Chris, are my aunt and uncle. They have been keeping us posted as you battle this disease with Gavin. We think of you often and are praying for healing for Gavin. We also pray for God’s strength and wisdom with you each day as you face many activities, challenges, and decisions. Our church is also praying for you all. God bless you!

Curt, Pam, and Nicholas Bindas

Shannon & Rick,

Linda List and I thought we saw Gavin last night
on the news. But it was so quick I wasn’t sure
until we read the update. Chris saw it too!

Can’t wait for Gavin to get home and we’re always
praying for you. Take care.
Linda Thompson

We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face… we must do that which we think we cannot.–Eleanor Roosevelt

Shannon and Rick…may you continue to find the strength you need each day to “look fear in the face” as you continue to champion for your son…and may you feel the hands and hearts of those who love you holding you close always…we are so honored to be among them…Kim and Steve

GREAT GREAT news about Gavin.It’s all up hill from now on. I have a direct link to the Man upstairs and He’s listening. Thank God for this miracle and there will be plenty more. This summer Gavin and Craig will be Playing together and having a great time, of course little Miss Madison too. Love to you all

Shannon and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We can relate to what you are going through and what you to know that miracles never cease. Take comfort in the prayers that are being offered for all of you. It is the most powerful “medicine” of all. You were so wonderful to us when our baby was sick. I am wishing for you that you have a caring and supportive medical staff as well. We know first hand the miracles of Children’s and we are praying for the same for you. I know that it’s all very overwhelming and frightening, but keep strong in your faith in God and the loving thoughts and prayers that are surrounding you.

I just wanted to say that Gavin is in my family and I`s prayers. Being that I plan to join the fire department in 2 years I felt that it was my job to let my future extended brother and sister know that I am willing to help you guys in any way that I can. You guys always did good for me, and now its my turn to give back what you have given me.

Hi I am a friend of Trudy Myers. She has been keeping me updated on Gavin’s condition. I will continue to keep him and his family in my prayers. Just remember God never gives us more than we can handle and he is always there to hold us up if we need his help. All we have to do is ask through prayer.

Go, Baby Gavin, Go!

So sorry to learn about the additional surgery Gavin faces to replace his central line. It is so sad that he must endure that along with everything else that is happening in his little body. He really is a trooper!
We continue to keep all of you in our prayers.

Shannon, Rick and Madison,
My husband and I have were very moved by Gavin’s story in the New Castle News. I do send donations regularly to St. Judes Hospital and was shocked to read about a baby so close to home. Even though we don’t know you, we would like to send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family and especially to Gavin. May the support of family, friends and the public help you to get through this tough time. Gavin is beautiful and his big sister looks like his biggest support. May God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand. We will keep you in our prayers. Diane and Brady Flamino

hey, glad to hear things are coming along. just checking in. We’re still expecting miracles for your family. Love u guys. Kiss madison and Baby Gavin for us. Love Ryan, Beth Ann, Dru and Devon Merrick.

Hi my name is Laurie and I am a hair dresser at the salon where gavins Great Grandma Shermanetta, gets her hair done. She was in the salon this morning telling us about gavin. I also have a baby boy named gavin he is 4 months old. I cried when I read the picture she showed us. My heart goes out to gavin and his family.He has be in my thoughts all day long and he will be in my prayers everyday. May God bless your Family always.

I just wanted you to know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Keep the faith and that will get you through this trying time in your life. God has a plan for each of you. Stay strong.

It was good to hear the latest round of chemo was uneventful and that Gavin is home again. We continue to keep all of you in our prayers.

i have heard alot about baby gavin from friends. im a sophomore at lincoln high school & in english we are required to do a project and we had many of choices to choose from. one was a community service thing. we had to write a persuasive essay saying why we should do this community service act and what it is. my friend bethany and i are planning on doing some type of community service act to raise money for baby gavin. (: our school will choose which one and we will do one. so we are hoping our school will be kind enough and support this little kid and his family. best wishes!!! and hopefully our wish will follow through. STAY STRONG BABY GAVIN!

Oops! Sorry for the typo, Gavin!

Rick and Shannon-
Gavin is in my thoughts and prayers. What a handsome little man you have with an adorable smile.

We will second Licia’s comments on the Cash Bash! Everyone really contributed to make the event a success for Gavin and his family. Also, we wanted to wish Gavin a Happy 9-mo. Birthday and also a Happy Birthday to Shannon!! Not a day goes by that you all are not in our thoughts and prayers. We love you guys!!

Rick and Shannon,
just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

What a fighter your little Gavin is! Hope the tests go well on Friday and the surgery next week is successful. As always we are keeping you all in our prayers.
Christine’s Mom & Dad

hello, we just wanted to say you are all in our thoughts and prayers…and you are on our church prayer request list….God bless and Happy Easter!!! love, the balfours

Another step in what will be hopefully a full recovery.”In trying times don’t quit trying” I wish you and Rick would let me do more for you. You need your rest if you continue to work and do what you do for Madison and Gavin. You have always been like one of my own. Love, Barbara

When I hear baby Gavins story, it makes me want to cry. To the Meyers family, I keep you in my prayers every night! I wish you the best! I hope Gavin gets better.

Gavin,
We have you in our Prayers every day.
God Bless You
Debbie, Jim & Cory

we are so happy the surgery went well today, got an email from ivy that let us know the outcome…what a blessing to hear some good news for a change…we will certainkly keep you in our prayers. for a speedy recovery for gavin so your family can be together soon….we love you susan and zachary

Thanks Barbara for the update on “Baby” Gavin (Big boy for sure), so happy to hear that the surgery went as planned and we will continue to pray for him and the family daily!

Shannon and rick,

Wanted to let you know that Gavin is in our prayers and we are very happy to hear that surgery went well. We hope things continue to go well as he will continue to be in our prayers.

Baby Gavin n family, My family n I, wish the absolute best. The best of luck to you, n godbless.

Wonderful news in the 4/6 update. We are praying all continues to go well and you can all breathe a sigh of relief!
Take care.

It is so good to hear good news, we will continuue to pray for all of you, you are in are thoughts and prayers always
Pam and Joe MacDonald

Gavin and family,
Just want you to know that all the people at Miami Lakes Congregational Church and First Presbyterian Church of DeFuniak Springs, FL are praying really hard for you all!
I do believe in the power of prayer and so we expect you to have a full, healthy, and happy life! God bless you and many hugs and kisses, love, Nancy and Dawn (we teach with Kim).

Just wanted to tell you guys that we check the site all the time to find out how Galvin is and how you all are doing. We love you guys so much and pray for the whole family. Please call us if we can help out in any way! Please tell Madison that we said Happy Birthday!!

I hope Gavin was well enough to get his chemo this week. Your family is in my daily prayers. It is amazing to see how many people have viewed this website. Gavin is getting many prayers from all over the place.

I miss the updates. I hope Gavin is ok.

I know Jim and Joan Courtney and through them I get notices from your baby. I pray to the Lord that all the afforts you are doing be succefull and give Gavin health. I will continue praying for all of you from Mexico. Send you a big hug with all my love and prayers.
sara luisa

We are pressured in every way but not crushed.
We are perplexed but not in despair.
~ 2 Corinthians 4:8

We know everyone is praying harder and louder
and surrounding you with love as your arms
surround, protect and nurture wee Gavin through
this latest challenge…

May God continue to comfort you……… rest in His arms when you are weary.
Love to you all,
Mike and Lori Tormey

The new pictures are great!! He is adorable. Glad to hear things are going good and hopefully will keep getting better. Good luck this week. Keep us posted on the progress. We will keep praying for you all. Take Care!

Happy 1St Birthday Gavin. I am praying for you and your family. I love the new pictures. He is so handsome. Keep your faith and God will help you get through anything.

Happy 1st Birthday Gavin. The party was a great success. Thank you to Rick, Shannon, Ivy and her husband and the Meyers and Weisz families for making the day a great success and of course any one that i may of missed that helped out people were very generous once again. . it was a beautiful day. Gavin was a true sport about everything and had a blast with his first birthday cake what a joy it was to watch him dig in….hahah….hope there are many more to come. and maddie you kept the kids haveing a great time. my son had a blast with you. again thank you for including us in gavins special day.

God bless you on your 1st birthday anniversary!
Many prayers have been answered…and we have been
so blessed by your strength and sweetness!
Much love to you, little Gavin!

Gavin I am glad to hear that you were well enough for your 1st birthday. You and your family are in my prayers. I hope we get to see some pictures of your special day. God bless you and your family.

I just want you to know that your beautiful son and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Time is too slow for those who wait
Too swift for those who fear
Too long for those who grieve
Too short for those who rejoice
But, for those who love –
Time is eternity.

Just wanted to send our thoughts and prayers your way. I pray for you gavin and your mommy and daddy and big sister everyday.

Many thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless You All

Shannon, Rick, Madison & Gavin,

I think of you often,
and remember you in prayer.
I ask the Lord to help you
with the burdens you must bear.
If he doesn’t remove your burdens,
he’ll carry them for you.
So, be encouraged,
for he’s promised this to do.
I also ask the Lord to bless you,
and to meet your every need,
and to help you read his Word,
and to give it earnest heed.
Yes, I think of you often,
and I remember you in prayer.

I hope you can feel the love we are sending from our hearts to your family,
Jim & Debbie & Cory

Our hearts are with you right now. We are praying for Gavin and for all of you…We sent his name, and this site, all across the country yesterday. We have already received many e-mails back asking about him, and they are praying…

With love and prayers,
Sandi and Jerry and family…

(continued) Although I’ve never met you, I admire you enornmously and think of you often. Please know that your are prayed for and cared about. As one of the many you’ve allowed to share some small part of this journey with you, thank you and precious baby Gavin.

Shannon, Rick, Madison and brave little Gavin, We are praying for you, that your family finds courage, comfort,and peace. May God watch over you. Yvette

Dear Rick, Shannon and Madison,
Words cannot say how heavy my heart is for you. My prayers go out to you and I know that Gavin is being held in the loving arms of His heavenly Father right now.
Praying for your strength and faith to get you thru this most difficult time.

I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Here, freed from pain, secure from misery, lies
A child, the darling of his parents’ eyes:
A gentler Lamb ne’er sported on the plain,
A fairer flower will never bloom again:
Few were the days allotted to his breath;
Now let him sleep in peace his night of death.

My heart goes out to you through this difficult time. May God give you the strength you need to get through this. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. We send you thoughts of peace and comfort in the days ahead.

heaven has a new angel today. We love you Gavin.

Shannon, Rick and Madison…
Please know you are all in my prayers. God bless all of you that you may find courage and strength at this difficult time.

Dear Meyer family, We could never imagine
what you are going through, but please know
you are not going through it alone. We all loved
Gavin and he will forever hold a special place
in our hearts.

We are thinking about you on a daily basis, we had a wonderful time meeting Gavin on his birthday, at this time of need, we wish you and your family all the best, and continued support.
Love the Newman family.

We cannot begin to comprehend what you all are going thru. But we rejoice in the fact that Gavin is in a better place now –a place without suffering– with God to take care of him. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
we love you guys!
paul and kerry

Shannon, Rick and Maddie
My prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I know baby Gavin is in a better place now and will eternally watch over all of you. May you find courage and strentgh in the coming days.

Shannon, Rick and Madison,
Our thoughts and prayers continue to come your way May your sweet angel rest in peace and be without pain and suffering. Keep your strenght and courage up and give my girlfriend Madison a hug from Miss Pam.
Love
Pam and Joe MacDonald

Shannon, Rick and Maddie,
We are very sorry for the loss of your beautiful baby. Your loss becomes the loss of all of your friends. Know that we are praying for you and Gavin. Love
Nick and Karen Mancini

Shannon, Rick and Madison,
Words can not express the pain in our hearts for you and your family. Our prayers are with you through this trying time. Although we will miss him he is free now. He is watching over you now. May all the wonderful memories of all those smiles and laughs keep you strong. he is such a wonderful little man who touched the hearts of many. May God bless you and keep watch over you through the days to come. We love you all!

Dear Myers Family,
We keep you in our hearts and prayers. Thank you for sharing your little hero with us. Our community is a better place for having Gavin with us. Your battle turned into our battle. So many people worked and prayed together to help in any way we could. God Bless All of you!

Shannon, Rick and Madison, even though death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. May the love we all shared with Gavin bring you sweet memories for a lifetime.
Love Cheryl and Jerry

we are so sad about the loss of baby gavin we enjoyed the little time we got to see him god bless you

I miss you little one. It seems so impossible that you’ve been gone for 8 months. You are on my mind and in my heart everyday.