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Caemon MARSTON-SIMMONS Obituary

On the morning of February 5, 2013, the world lost a brilliant light when three-year-old Caemon Patrick Marston-Simmons lost his battle with leukemia. Caemon was a beloved son, a grandson, nephew, and cousin; he was a chef, a nurse, a musician, and dancer; he was a wise soul, a teacher, and a healer of hearts. Those who knew him and loved him are heartbroken: his moms, Jodi Simmons and Timaree Marston, his grandparents Patrick and Janet Streight and Kevin Marston, his great-grandmother Evelyn Williamson, his cousins, aunties, uncles, and friends. We are all humbled by his courage and inspired by his love. Services will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Santa Rosa on Saturday, February 16 at noon. All who loved him are welcome. Daniels Chapel of the Roses 707-525-3730

Published by Press Democrat from Feb. 12 to Feb. 15, 2013.
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You'll never be forgotten Caemon. RIP

Bill Fyler

February 24, 2013

There are not enough words to express myself, or to fix this or make it better. I am so sorry for your loss. I never met your son but I have followed your story since before Caemon was born-it almost feels like I've lost some long lost friend that I have only kept up with through the internet. I wish there was something I could do to make any of this easier.

R

February 17, 2013

Into source light you have gone
Leaving us all behind
Wondering where the brilliance
Has gone
Shine bright above us
And all around
You have joined the other
Forever children and
You are forever loved
Little one

golbou

February 17, 2013

I'm so sorry for the loss of your light-filled little boy. Caemon will be remembered by so many. Keeping you both in my prayers.

Laurie Dawson

February 17, 2013

Sara E

February 17, 2013

Everyday will be a very special day to remember Caemon. May you be surrounded by love and community today. My heart is there with all of you today.

Emily (Next in Line) Drew

February 16, 2013

Holding your beautiful Caemon in our hearts.

Sarah and Rebecca

February 16, 2013

Prayers from myself, my fiancee and my church, Metropolitan Community Church of New York

Sophia Pazos

February 15, 2013

The world is indeed poorer for Caemon's loss. I am so honored to have known him, and I am honored to count his mothers as my friends. His smile lit up our lives, and the joy he brought will never be forgotten. Timaree and Jodi, Ian and I are sending you all of our love.

Kathryn Dyer

February 15, 2013

His light will forever shine all the lives he touched. Thank you for sharing him with us!

Laura W

February 15, 2013

Dear Jodi and Timaree ~ I am so sorry for your loss. Your little Caemon touched so many and was so special. I can't understand why this world could not have him longer. Thank you for sharing him so bravely with all of us. You are in my prayers daily.

Julie Rottmayer

February 14, 2013

A light to remember

Michele Radi

February 14, 2013

Dear Jodi and Timaree: I am so sorry for this tremendous loss of such a bright and beautiful spirit. Lots of love and my deepest condolences.

Nikola Hobbel

February 14, 2013

Caemon helped me be a better mom and human being. Thank you, Caemon.

February 14, 2013

Biggest of hugs, Jodi and Timaree. It WILL get better.

Jeanne Johnston

February 14, 2013

February 13, 2013

The photos are so beautiful. I'm so, so sorry that this beautiful little guy had to sail off into the sunset. My deepest condolences to all who loved him, especially his moms.

Scott Miller

February 13, 2013

Dearest Caemon, you have inspired my life and that of family more than you and your mommies will ever understand. I am sorry to see you lose your fight, but you were such a brave and loving boy, and I know your soul will carry on. Jodi and Timaree, we your community send you our love and strength during this difficult time.

Lisa Johnson-Foster

February 13, 2013

Diane, Rhea & Bero Keimel

February 13, 2013

Those brilliant blue eyes will always be a part of us. He looked into our souls with those eyes and saw more than I think we knew. To Timaree and Jodi - you made a huge difference in a life.

Leslie Streight

February 13, 2013

Caemon was a beautiful boy. We were all blessed to have known you all. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. We all mourn the loss of that sweet child.

Sharri OConnor

February 13, 2013

I did not know your family except through Carol Allison. I cannot imagine what you two are going through. I offer my prayers and my deepest sympathy.

Heidi Holm

February 13, 2013

Precious Caemon, you are so missed.

February 13, 2013

I and so many people are so grateful that we got to know you even if it was through your blog. You are and always will be an inspirational soul to the many people you touched with your shinny spirit. Caemon wherever you may be at I wish for your peace and healing. For your mom Jodi and Tammaree I wish that Caemon lives in the both of you each and everyday.

Jennifer

February 13, 2013

Caemon was a brilliant light who will continue to shine on. I'm sending love and light to his moms, Jodi and Timaree, who have to somehow find a way to move through this dark time.

Jen Wagner

February 13, 2013

I only knew Caemon through his moms blog and got there as I was searching for information about my baby grandsons illness. I am blessed to have "known" this angel that touched so many in his short visit to earth. May peace and joy be plentiful for all those that cared for and loved him.

Henry Grover

February 13, 2013

Such a sweet smile on a sweet boy to good for this earth.
You are all in my thoughts.

lisa brown

February 13, 2013

Prayers and thoughts of love to you each.

C Storm

February 13, 2013

Caemon, I will miss your physical presence. Your laugh, your hugs, your voice, your precocious vocabulary, your way of saying something that tickles and touches my heart. I am so lucky that I got to know you from the day your were born until the day you left the physical world. I know you will guide me in my life from your new place in the beyond. Jodi and Timaree, there is no way I can begin to fathom what you are going through. I can only thank you for bringing Caemon into this world and for sharing him with so many of us in his short time here. His light will continue to shine. He has opened many hearts, changed many lives, and we all must step up now to carry that energy forward.

Carol Allison

February 13, 2013

So very many lives were touched and changed by the light of this little one and those of his mothers. Thank you for sharing him with all the world. My life is changed because of your courage. My love goes to you, Caemon's family, in this time of darkness. May the light of Caemon's heart and the light of all those who loved him (both near and far) be a beacon through these most difficult of times. Much love.

Sonya Keller

February 13, 2013

Would that all of us in our lives touch as many others as Caemon did and continues to do. Much love to you, Timaree and Jodi.

Dave Clapper

February 13, 2013

That sweet, sweet face. You will be missed terribly Caemon! Such a strong little boy, you were, and such strong mommies you have. Fly among the angels now, without pain and with pure happiness while you run and play with Jesus! Prayers to those left behind, that they may find a calming peace and know that you are still in our hearts. We will see you again Caemon!

Sunny Dieffenderfer

February 13, 2013

Sending love and light in this sad time. Such a beautiful boy and a great loss for those left behind. Take good care of each other.

Allison Becker

February 13, 2013

A beautiful soul...a life that has touched so many people all over the world! You will live on in the lives of all the people that have been touched by your journey! Sending love to the family. You are all in our thoughts!

Naomi Rines

February 13, 2013

You'll never be forgotten Caemon. RIP baby boy.

Marlena Whitney

February 13, 2013

How I wish I were congratulating you and your moms on your homecoming and a tremendous battle won! How hard you, and they, fought.

Through your mom's blog I was able to get to know a spectacular boy. He was someone who had me in awe. How he learned medical procedures, how he knew how to cook (better than me I presume!), how he smiled and his eyes shined through such dark times!

I imagined you growing up to be a world renowned chef, or maybe a pediatric oncologist. I felt the blessing of a child who had such a loving and nurturing home life. You have such devoted mommies.

The shock and grief that came when you left surprised me. I am just someone on the other side of a screen. The thing is, you are a soul that shines so bright you just can't help but draw us all in.

I imagine you now watching over your moms and the children at UCSF. I can see you guiding procedures there and your love surrounding them. May your presence be forever felt by those who love you. May God hold you close. May you meet your mommies again one day.

Thank you Timaree and Jodi for sharing Caemon with us all. We have learned so much by how he and you got through this. We learned things we will use throughout life I am sure. I hope, somehow, the grief felt by so many is a way of sharing your grief, of somehow lessening it in even the slightest way so you are free that much sooner to feel the unbridled joy of having had such an incredible soul in your lives.

Tracie Sampson

February 13, 2013

You touched so many lives little one, will always think of your sweet smile when I see a crocodile <3 You and your mamas will always be in our thoughts and prayers <3

Kaila (Niki) Naylor

February 13, 2013

I will never forget Caemon's beautiful smile. I am so very sorry for your immense loss. J and T, I hope you find comfort in each other as your endure. Love always,

Jaclyn WV

February 13, 2013

Although I didn't know you I have followed your fight for a while from the other side of the world. I send my love and condolences to your mums and their families and wish you peace in Gods arms sweet Caemon. Rest easy little warrior.

Wendy Watson

February 13, 2013

Sweet baby genius you will always be in my thoughts and so will your mommies. So sorry you're no longer physically here, but your spirit and the memories you've created will always be. You were such a brave little guy and you really made your mommies proud. You will be missed. ~ Sheldon Family

Jen Sheldon

February 13, 2013

Rest in peace little angel. It's amazing how many lives/hearts you touched the last couple weeks. We will never forget your beautiful smile...

Jennifer

February 13, 2013

My heart is so sad for your loss. Caemon brightened the lives of so many, even those he had never met. Love and heartfelt condolences to his Family and Friends

Erica Reynolds

February 13, 2013

May The Lord wrap his arms around you and your family. May Caemon fly high with Dawson

Michelle Haynes

February 13, 2013

Timaree and Jodi...i'm hearth broken over the loss of Caemon as many are.He touched the lives of everyone that he came in contact with,and still lives on in the hearts of us all...Sending comforting thoughts and prayers your way.May god bless this Lil Angel.Alan <3

Alan Tillman

February 13, 2013

Holding your family in my heart and sending love. What a beautiful, marvelous boy.

Natka B

February 13, 2013

Thank you for your light, your love, your beauty, and your strength. Forever in my heart little Caemon. xoxo

Rachael Hairston-Loveridge

February 13, 2013

You are so missed, beautiful Little Croc. I wish strength and hugs could really be sent through the internet. Jodi and Timaree, thank you for sharing your priceless gift. I think of Caemon often, and every time I see a sunrise I think "there he is!" and smile. Much love to you and your family.

Lisa Walker

February 13, 2013

You all cross my mind on a daily basis. Thank you so much for sharing your little guy with all of us. xoxo

February 13, 2013

Rest in Peace sweet Caemon

Kim Wilson

February 13, 2013

Little C's life may have been short, but his legacy and message far out measure most. You are very loved and in so many hearts. Take care of yourselves T & J, and know that your light still shines for many.

Jennifer Laughlin

February 13, 2013

Even though you were here for such a short time, I hope you and your mommies know that you have touched the lives of many strangers, forever. Blessed are those who got to know you in person. Lucky are those of us who got to see glimpses of you through the eyes of your moms.

Michelle Rivas

February 13, 2013

Timaree and Jodi, I only just began following Caemon's story when he gained his wings. Such a beautiful boy! From what I've read, he was one lucky little fellow to have 2 amazing parents, just as I'm sure you both feel so lucky to have had him! I hope you both will be able to smile and laugh at all the memories you have with him, and I hope that those memories help to heal your hearts... sending a lot of love your way!

Tracy M

February 13, 2013

Timaree and Jodi, thinking of you both and sending so many warm wishes your way. Your Caemon was a beautiful little "genius," inside and out. We will never forget him.

Monti Lawrence

February 13, 2013

God bless sweet little Caemon! He had such an impact on me as I'm sure he did with many others. He was such a brave and inspiring little guy. I am lifting you in prayer. Hoping for peace and comfort for you all. Thank you for sharing him with all of us, he was a wonderful gift.

Rhoda Rickey

February 13, 2013

Thinking of you and your families, Timaree and Jodi, and wishing you all strength. I am so sorry for your loss.

Brenna Cothran

February 13, 2013

A smile so bright it united world and inspired a movement. Rock on Croc Master! Rock On!

Gia & Lil Midget Gabe Garcia

February 13, 2013

Thinking of you and your mums.

Lindsay, Kyle and Jack Smith-Aronson

February 13, 2013

We are holding Caemon's memory in our hearts from every corner. Much love and strength to his family and all those who were close to him.

Lori L.

February 13, 2013

Little Croc, you have achieved more in your brief life than many who have lived far longer. The hole that your passing has left in the world still sparkles with your magic. The image of you with your briefcase and keys "just like your mommies" will live in my heart for as long as it beats. All of us whose lives you have touched will do our best to take care of your mommies for you until you and they are together again.

Lynn Heilman

February 13, 2013

you've touched so many lives, Caemon. In such a short time, you've imprinted this world with your light and joy. The sweet memories of your life will bring your mommies comfort during this hard, hard time.

Heather Norwood

February 13, 2013

Timaree and Jodi, I am so sad for the loss of your beautiful little boy. He was an inspiration to everyone who knew him . You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you

Kathy Spates

February 13, 2013

My love to you handsome little angel. Now you are pain free. I love you so much.so sorry we never met.all my love Auntie Cheryl xo xo

Cheryl Bartlett (Marston)

February 13, 2013

My love to you handsome little angel. Now you ade pain free. I love you so much.so sorry we never met.all my love Auntie Cheryl xo xo

Cheryl Bartlett (Marston)

February 13, 2013

Sending Healing light to Jodi and Timaree, in this darkest of times and going forward. May Caemon's eternal life and joyful spirit sustain you always.

Kathy Hancock

February 13, 2013

Dance your bright flame always, Caemon

Kathy Hancock

February 13, 2013

Kathy Hancock

February 13, 2013

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