My memories of Caitlin are from about six years ago when her parents were in a small group with us. I know it was six years ago because we had a baby that we named Kaitlynn and she is now six. We had often joked with Caitlin that our Kaitlynn was her namesake. Cindy was good enough to give me some pictures for Kaitlynn’s baby book and I included them in a page called “About your name…”

Last Friday, I got the book out when I heard that Caitlin had taken a turn for the worse and there were the pictures of this beautiful, smiling, little girl. The paragraph in the book reads:

“When you consider names, you always think of people with similar names. The only Kailynn we knew was Caitlin Brianne Ford. She was six years old and the daughter of a couple in our small group. I had heard a lot about this little girl. Her parents credited her with leading them to Christ. She was one of those unusual children who seem wise much beyond their short number of years. We asked her if she liked her name. She did. She was also very pleased to have our baby named after her. She is a lively energetic girl with strong principles. An excellent role model for years to come.”

It seems this is even more true now than it was six years ago. We’ll pass stories of her on to our daughter as she grows. Caitlin lived her thirteen years very well and with a soul that touched all she met. We’ll keep you in our prayers during this very sad time. She was exceptional and will be greatly missed.

Please let me know if we can help. We are so very sorry for your loss.

Randy and Alysia, Alex, Ashleigh, Kaitlynn, and Alan Schwarz

Dear Tim & Cindy,

We want you to know that our hearts go out to you at this very hard and sad time. We rejoice knowing that Caitlin is in Heaven with Jesus, but it still hurts so much. Even Jesus felt grief and sadness when Lazasus died. We hurt for you and we are praying for God to comfort and bless you with His strength and peace. We were all so blessed by Caitlin’s strength and her fighting spirit. I know you have many happy and wonderful memories with her and her pictures at church were so beautiful and a testimony to the vibrant girl that she was.

Her faith in Jesus shone through in her life most of all.

Here is a song that speaks of Jesus as the grave robber and our hope for eternal life through Him. Hope it blesses you.

Love you in Him, Peggy, Michael and Anthony Henry

Graverobber

Words and music by Bob Hartman

Based on Hebrews 9:27, John 4:14, 1 Peter 1:24, Romans 8:11, 1 Corinthians 15:26, 51-55, Revelation 7:17

There’s a step that we all take alone

An appointment we have with the great unknown

Like a vapor this life is just waiting to pass

Like the flowers that fade, like the withering grass

But life seems so long and death so complete

And the grave an impossible portion to cheat

But there’s One who has been there and still lives to tell

There is One who has been through both heaven and hell

And the grave will come up empty-handed that day

Jesus will come and steal us away

Chorus

Where is the sting, tell me where is the bite

When the grave robber comes like a thief in the night

Where is the victory, where is the prize

When the grave robber comes

And death finally dies

Many still mourn and many still weep

For those that they love who have fallen asleep

But we have this hope though our hearts may still ache

Just one shout from above and they all will awake

And in the reunion of joy we will see

Death will be swallowed in sweet victory

When the last enemy is done from the dust will come a song

Those asleep will be awakened – not a one will be forsakened

He shall wipe away our tears – He will steal away our fears

There will be no sad tomorrow – there will be no pain and sorrow

Where is the sting, tell me where is the bite

When the grave robber comes like a thief in the night

Where is the victory, where is the prize

When the grave robber comes

And death finally dies

Love and prayers,

The Henry’s

Dear Tim and Cindy,

Although our lives crossed paths for only a short time, I treasure that time in my memory. Caitlin was a brave and beautiful young lady. The boys loved to play with her. I think of you often and pray for you the moment you come to mind. Caitlin will be missed, but what a blessing to know she is with our loving Heavenly Father.

love, Crystel

Dear Tim and Cindy:

We want to let you know

how much we will miss Caitlin.

She was such a good friend

to both of our children.Our son Patrick would look forward to sharing lunch with Caitlin each day at Tapteal Elementary. When he

made the move to Middle school

and Caitlin was not there, I

have to tell you, he felt lost

for a long time. He feels a great loss at this time. Our daughter Katie looked so forward to E-mails with Caitlin. There talks would be about Tapteal

Art Club, Skating and oh of

course their team the AMS. The picture of Ben and Caitlin

What a smile Caitlin had on her face. Those girls had alot to talk about. Katie will miss her for all the good things she shared with her. And I just loved her visits to Fred Meyer. She brought such sunshine to my daily life. She will be missed for just being

the kind and loving person

that she was.Her smile will

be with our family for a life time. You are in all of our

thoughts. If we can do anything for the both of you please let us know.

Love to you both

God Bless.

Sincerely:

Lori, Mike Patrick & Katie

The Palmus Family

Cindy and Tim, Helen and Olivia send their love and prayers for you. Please let us know if we can do anything at all for you! Helen

We’re going to miss you so much. Thank you for sharing your life with us, you are so precious, and we love you. Give Shelby a good belly scratch for me, and a bone. We’ll see you when we get there. Amy, Ross, Cody, Amber and Jake

Dear Tim & Cindy;

I remember Caitlin from the classes and halls of Tapteal. She always had a smile for me as she would toss her gorgeous hair over her shoulder.

I know there are no words I can give to ease the ache you have to hold your child.

But since Kirk and I share your pain somewhat since losing our David, we feel as if we can help by just acknowledging your loss.

Remember all the love you have for each other goes on forever and I am sure Caitlin feels that love and is lifted higher by it.

We were happy to see Caitlin and David honored on the same page in the yearbook. Two such special people will never be forgotten.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4

We pray for your comfort and our own.

With much love,

Lorelee & Kirk Christensen

Dear Tim and Cindy,

I have been so fortunate to have been able to be a part of Caitlin’s life. She will always be a part of me, and I feel her presence in my life now more than ever. I have always believed that Cait had a spirituality that far surpassed anyone I had ever come in contact with. Whenever in the room with her, I could feel a radiant energy that is hard to describe, but anyone who had the pleasure of meeting her knows what I am talking about. And she had the wit and wisdom of such an old soul! Along with that, a vitality and spunk behind the sweetest most gentle, soft voice. She truly loved life and everyone and thing in it. She represents to me, all that is good, and pure, and wonderful, even in the most turbulent of times. She will be an inpiration, for me especially in tough times, to persevere.

Love

Felicia

Tim and Cindy,

I am truly sorry for your loss of such a beautiful little girl. I still remember watching her as a newborn baby with Felicia and Nora and how cute she was then. She is definately a brave soul. My prayers are with all of you and I know she is smiling down from heaven. Love you guys,

Michelle Noga-Watt