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Grace Larkin Obituary

Larkin, Grace Marjorie MELROSE Grace Marjorie Larkin, infant daughter of Shane and Mona (El Eris) Larkin died Thursday, November 22, 2007 at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. Survivors besides her parents include a sister, Paige V. Larkin of Melrose; maternal grandparents, Ruth and Talib El Eris of West Springfield, Mass.; paternal grandparents, Edwin and Mary Ann Larkin of Sharon Springs; and several aunts and uncles. A service will be held 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 28 at the Lappeus Funeral Home, 113 Park St., Sharon Springs. Burial will follow in Slate Hill Cemetery, town of Sharon. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Seton Foundation, c/o the Child Birth Center, 1300 Massachusetts Ave., Troy, NY 12181.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Nov. 25, 2007.

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Pat Larkin

November 19, 2008

Shane, Mona, and Paige ~

Hard to believe a year has gone by since Baby Grace was sent to the pearly gates of heaven where she sits in the arms of the Lord. I know the pain is still so very real. It will always be, but time does help to heal all wounds. I am sure Grace looks down with big smiles on Mommy, Daddy, Big Sister Paige, and soon to be Little Brother. We wish there was something more we could do for you, but just know that we are here when you need us. With Much Love ~ Paul, Pat, Luke, and Trish

Sheryl Bestler

December 1, 2007

Shane, Mona, and Paige -
Our love, prayer, and thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. No parent should ever have to go through this. Grace is in a very special place and receiving a very grand reception in heaven. Know we are there for you.
Love - Sheryl, Bill, Heather and Amber

Phyllis Helson

November 28, 2007

Shane, Mona and Paige,
Our thoughts will be with all of you today and the years to come. No words can express how we feel but know you are in our prayers. I will light a candle for Grace tomorrow at church. She will be keeping an eye on all of her family. Love, Allen and Phyllis

Teresa Haner

November 27, 2007

Shane, Mona & Paige,
It was so sad to hear of your loss of baby Grace. I wish there was something I could say or do to help ease your pain and sorrow...but only time and God can do that for you. Grace was a blessing from God and will live on forever in your hearts.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love you~
Teresa & family

Debbie, Kevin & family Berhow

November 27, 2007

Shane & Mona -
Our sympathies and prayers are with your family. The loss of a child is something no one should have to experience. Remember the joy she brought you and everyone for 9 months before she entered the world. Know that she is with God and smiling down on you. May the love of family surround you and help you.

Paul and Pat Larkin

November 27, 2007

A precious one from us is gone
A voice we love is stilled;
A place is vacant in our home,
Which never can be filled.
God in his wisdom has recalled,
The boon his love had given,
And though the body slumbers here,
The soul is safe in heaven.

A beautiful message given to us when Mom died. Hope you can find some peace in the words. Baby Grace will rest between two very special people. Our hearts bleed for you. Know we are here whenever you need us. Love, Paul and Pat

Irene Stabenow

November 27, 2007

Mona, Shane & Paige -
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Little Grace has a special place in Heaven and knows the love that is pouring out for her and her family.

Love you all!
Aunt Irene

Lucas Larkin

November 27, 2007

To my aunt and uncle:

During this difficult time, I just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure nothing I can say right now can take the pain away, but I pray that our love and support will give you strength and hope that will far outweigh the grief.

May the coming days bring you sunshine and warmth, health and happiness, and most of all, love and memories.

Melanie Ray

November 27, 2007

The thoughts and prayers of many are with you in this time of great loss.I believe if God brings you to it,he will bring you through it.Grace truly is an angel! Love you all!
Melanie and Deanne

Mark Winne

November 27, 2007

Mona and Shane,

Thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of your family.

So sad.

Bernadetta Vrooman

November 26, 2007

Dear Shane, Mona, & Paige,
May the thoughts and prayers of all your friends and families guide you through this difficult time. Just think of the grand reception Grace received from all family members who have gone before her.
With sincere sympathy and love,
Bernadetta

Michelle Zuk

November 26, 2007

Mona, Shane and Paige, We are thinking of you and praying for you during this difficult time. With sincerest sympathy, to you and your family. Frank, Michelle, Kyle, Nicholas and Katelyn Zuk

Mary Ann & Ed Larkin

November 26, 2007

It has been hard to say the things we feel about the loss of precious Grace. We were excited about her arrival and we will truly miss holding her and watching her grow.
You are not alone in your sadness. Just know we are here for you always. Love, Grandpa & Grandma Larkin

Dennis Cosgrove

November 26, 2007

Mona, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, with deepest sympathy. Dennis Cosgrove

Leighann Helson

November 26, 2007

Mona, Shane, and Paige,

We were saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Grace. We're thinking of you during this difficult time and send you our heartfelt sympathy. May the love and strength of your family and friends help you through this difficult period.

Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Leighann and Codie

Angela Toma-Eisele

November 26, 2007

Mona, Shane & Paige,
Bless you all during this difficult time. Many prayers and comforting wishes to you all. Grace has become your Angel. Her energy shall always be with you. Bless you Angel Grace and behold the Glory of the Lord.

November 26, 2007

Mona, Shane and Paige,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Skip Ferrara

November 26, 2007

My deepest regrets. I will be praying for you and your family's well being.

Lisa Schermerhorn

November 26, 2007

Mona & Shane,
We are all God's children with some of us returning to our Father without a reason. It is not our place to ask why, but to know that precious Grace is safe in God's arms.
With a heavy heart, I wish for you and your family... peace.

Caroline Benedict

November 26, 2007

My sympathies and prayers are with you in this troubled time. Please look to the love and support of family and friends to ease your pain.

Thomas Kerrigan

November 26, 2007

Mona & Family; I know at times like these there can be no words, but please accept our sincerest condolences from everyone here at MHFPC.

EPC Work Control Office

November 26, 2007

Mona and Family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you. Grace will forever be watching over you until you meet again.

Your Friends,

November 26, 2007

Dear Mona, Shane,and Paige -

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Heidi, Dan, Victoria, and Tommmy

terry houston

November 26, 2007

Mona, Shane, and Paige - Anonymous is right, there are no words. My heart aches for all of you.

November 26, 2007

Grace was a gift from GOD...She will be with you always, may you find peace in knowing that........

anon

November 25, 2007

There are no words. . . she is an angel at peace.

Christine El Eris

November 25, 2007

Mona, Shane and Paige,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are certain that Grace will be a guardian angel looking down on you always.
Love, Christine and Fred Petrossi

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