Our little boy and baby brother, Jake Michael Hansen, returned to his Heavenly Father Tuesday morning after a valiant seven month fight in the NICU. Jake passed peacefully in the arms of his mother and father while surrounded by loved ones. Jake was born March 18th, 2011 weighing only 15 ounces and his little heart just couldn’t keep up with his amazing spirit. Jake was the star of the NICU, where nurses learned early how big of a fighter and sweetheart he was. Jake defied all odds from the minute he was born and taught everyone around him the true meaning of faith and love. He loved being cuddled by his mom and dad and sung to by his big brother and sister. He loved being dressed up, holding and playing with his stuffed animals, and being read to.
Jake is survived and remembered by his mom and dad, Rory and Cari Hansen, and his big brother and sister, Cayden and Brooklyn. He will also be remembered by both sets of his loving grandparents, Lynn and Janet Walkenhurst (South Jordan) and Grant and Janet Hansen (Mayfield), his uncles Kevin Walkenhurst, Kasey Walkenhurst (Devyn) and Kyle Hansen (Karen). He was extremely loved by all of his Nurses, Respiratory Therapists and Doctors who have become part of our family.
At this time we would like to thank everyone who has loved Jakey and has helped make the past seven months as special of an experience as it could ever be. We feel blessed to have had the privilege to share countless memories with our little angel and with the people who loved and took care of him.
A viewing will be held for everyone to get to come meet our precious little angel at Walker Mortuary, 187 South Main Street in Spanish Fork on Friday the 21st from 7 – 9 pm. A second viewing will be held Saturday morning at the Loafer View Chapel at 1129 South 250 West in Salem from 9:45 to 10:45, after which the funeral service will take place at 11:00. A tribute page has been set up at www.walkerfamilymortuary.com if you would like to leave a message for our family there. Also you can leave a message on Jake’s blog at www.babyjakehansen.blogspot.com.
We would like to extend the wish that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Utah Valley Regional Medical Center NICU. They saved our baby’s life and made it possible for us to have countless special memories that will last a lifetime.
Oh Cari, I am so sorry for your loss I have been following baby Jake since day one and praying for a miracle for your family. I will continue to pray for strength and peace for you.
ReplyDeleteCari,
ReplyDeleteI just want to let you know your story has touch my life. I have been where you are and my heart aches for you. My prayers are with you. I just wanted you to know that I have been thinking of you at this hard time. Thank you so much for sharing your story and Jake's short live with me and everyone else.
Julie Bryson (Devyn's mom)
Cari and Rory, I am so very sorry to hear of Jake's passing. He (and all of you) have been such an inspiration. He is truly an angel.... my heart aches for you. I know that Heavenly Father would not have entrusted him to just any ordinary family, and I know that you will be with him again. We love you guys, and you will continue to be in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteCari,
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry! You and your sweet family have been and will be in our prayers. You are SO strong, and I know our Heavenly Father has amazing plans for his special spirit, Jake. Love you!
Cari,
ReplyDeleteWords can't express my empathy for you and your family. I appreciated your blog and texts to keep me updated. I loved seeing all of Jake's milestones and triumphs, but am amazed at your growth, strength, love, and perspective through this experience. I will pray that you and your family will continue to feel the Saviors love. Love, Janelle Overly
We are thinking about you and praying for you. What an amazing little spirit! So very grateful for forever families, and your amazing example of faith and love.
ReplyDeleteRory and Carie-
ReplyDeleteYou are some of the most amazing people I know. We are so sorry for your loss. Jake wasn't on this earth very long, but made such an impact. I know he'll be watching over you guys because families are forever. Love you.
Rory and Carie,
ReplyDeleteIt takes a very strong and special family to endure the trials you guys have been through. You guys and all your children are such an inspiration to us. Reading sweet little Jake's story and seeing his pictures has strengthened my faith. We will keep praying for your family's comfort.
Cari, I am so sorry for your loss. At least you were able to spend those beautiful 7 months with him and be a part of his mission here. My heart is breaking for you and your special family. Know that he is rooting for you and your family here and is anxiously waiting for the day when you will all be together again. We are leaving to go out of town on Saturday but we'll try our best to make it to the viewing Friday night.
ReplyDeleteYou & your family are so inspiring, our prayers are with you and it is our hope that you all will be comforted by the spirit. Baby jake will always be with you...."god be with you 'til we meet again "
ReplyDeleteRory and Cari,
ReplyDeleteWe are so very sorry for your loss. We pray for comfort and a peace of mind for your special little family at this time.
Nick and Meredith Rosenvall
Oh Cari and Rory (and Cayden and Brooklyn), I'm so sorry. Heavenly Father must have amazing plans for Jake's sweet and strong spirit! He definitely inherited that from his amazing parents. I love you guys and have said loads and loads of prayers on your behalf the last few months. I continue to pray you'll feel the love and comfort from family, friends, and of course, our Savior.
ReplyDeleteI heard about your story through my in-laws and have just spent the last two hours catching up on your blog. I am so sorry for your loss--my heart breaks for you. You and your family have been so strong through this whole experience. We will keep you in our prayers. I know a bit of what you have been through, and while my son is still here, we don't know how long he will be with us. If we can in some way help your family, let us know. Jake will always be a part of your family, and you will be reunited with him again. He has touched the lives of so many in his short time here.
ReplyDeleteI just found Jake's bog, and I wanted to say that I am so sorry. Jake is a perfect little guy. We have two angels, Lilly and Ryker. Lilly would have been 5 yesterday and Ryker would have 4 next week. I know that these days are some of the most spiritual ever, with Jake's spirit so very close and so many prayers in your behalf. But the coming weeks and months are when it gets difficult. Prayers in your behalf, hold strong to that amazing blessing of families being together forever. {{{Hugs}}}
ReplyDeleteDear Rory & Cari,
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out to you. I pray that you will find the Lord's comfort you need at the times you need. I am sorry for you loss, yet grateful for the blessings you've been able to experience in the last 7 months. Tauawhi to all of you.
Aimee
I am so grateful to have been even a small part in your lives. You have such a wonderful family. I am sorry for your loss and I am hopeful that in time, things will start to look up. Thank you for sharing your blog! I loved reading it Cari! Please keep in touch with us at UV. Sweet baby Jake will be and is already missed.
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Grant and Janet
ReplyDeleteWe were so sorry to hear of this sadness for your family. We will always remember our times together at Ephraim Elementary
Barry and Diane Walker