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Aidan WilliamsCraig Obituary
WILLIAMSCRAIG
September 23, 2005-December 12, 2006
Aidan was everything we had dreamed of, everything we could have imagined or hoped for.
He shared our love of music... from before his birth, when he began kicking to the backbeat, to the last weeks of his life, when he taught himself how to spin around as he danced to Christmas carols in our living room.
He was playful and impish, constantly inventing new games for us. He loved playing ball and especially liked it when the ball "accidentally" bounced off someone's head... if you could manage to bounce the ball off your own head, then off of his, before it hit the ground, that was best of all. He was fearless and adventurous, and never let the words, "Aidan, no..." get in the way of something he really wanted to do or explore. He was full of wonder and joy in the world around him.
Someone else's concept of "enough" often eluded him... such as "Aidan, you've had more than enough cheese for one day" or "That is plenty enough time for one small person to stay in the bath". He also never quite grasped the idea of kisses... to ask Aidan for kisses meant that you would end up with a very wet nose (with maybe a few tiny teeth marks) and lots of giggles.
He was capable of profound stillness and listening, and was generally unperturbed by or fearful of anything or anybody.
He was a beautiful little boy who loved to laugh, hug and be held, be turned upside down over and over, fly in swings, zip down slides, return for more ice cream or cookies, be tickled and squeal with laughter, and make people smile.
Aidan was our love, our light, our joy, our world.
Aidan's Funeral will be held on December 19th at 7:00 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church in Berkeley, 510-524-2921.
Please contact the church for information regarding memorial donations.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Giselle Belanger
January 10, 2007
Hi there Lisa and Brandon--- you all have been in our hearts- I cannot even begin to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. We send you so much love and strength. Aidan was and is an angel- that's how we will remember him . I just start crying whenever I talk to nicole or right now looking at sweet Aidan's blog. Noah and I will miss him.
Blessings to you two and Aidan's spirit.
Giselle, Chris and Noah
Cristina Fuentes
January 2, 2007
Lisa & Brandon,
As a parent I can't even begin to imagine the pain and emptiness you are feeling now. I wish I had the magic words that would make it all better but alas, they have yet to make themselves known. I'm here for you both.
Aidan,
You were a beautiful baby and you turned into such a wonderful little boy. I will always remember the way you would greet everyone with a smile and your fascination by anything shiny- silverware, christmas lights, candle flames. I was only too happy to have known you for what little time you were here. You will be always be loved and missed.
Gina Drynan
December 27, 2006
Dearest Lisa and Brandon,
There are no words in the human language that come close to expressing the shock and sorrow that washed over me when I learned of Aidan's passing. No words.
But, well----maybe these............
Know that his sweet light will burn forever in heaven and in our hearts. Bless you both.
nicole strykowski
December 27, 2006
Oh
Aidan, I miss you so much. From the day you were born, from the day I
first held you when you were wearing your catepillar pajamas, I knew
that nothing would ever be the same...for the better. You healed me.
Your presence healed me. I loved to be around you and your parents. I
loved being your auntie. You made me so proud and happy. You washed all
the pain away. Your smile, your eyes, your essence, made me believe in
life. You made me believe in everything. You made me believe that life
was good. Now, I don't believe. You are gone. That is it. I wanted to
do right by you and your parents. I wanted to be a good aunt,a good
sister, a good influence, someone you could rely on when you needed
someone. You made me believe. I don't know why you had to leave us. I
pray every day that you are ok. Happy, cared for, in loving arms. I
miss you so much and I thank you for blessing us with your life. I
don't know what I believe now, but I will always believe in you. I will
always love you and not a day will go by that I won't be thinking of
you, loving you, and wishing I could be with you. You are my light. My
star. My everything. I love you so much, my nephew, Auntie Mame
Vicki Strykowski
December 22, 2006
Lisa and Brandon,
I never met your precious Angel, Aidan, but felt I knew him from your wonderful writings and pictures. He certainly knew love on earth. I'm so sorry for your loss, I can't imagine our grief.
tom virsik
December 20, 2006
Brandon & Lisa,
i am so, so, sorry (and nearly in tears as i write) and yet cannot imagine a tenth of the emotions that y'all have and will face. Alas I could not be physically present at the service on Tuesday. But my love, Leah, showed me the program and told me a little of what it was like. It sounded as perfect as Aidan. I wish you healing and peace.
Erin Oliver (formerly Stokes)
December 20, 2006
Hi Brandon and Lisa I feel so numb and I have no idea what to do except to tell you how much I love you, and that you can call on me if you need anything at all. I am thinking of you both and of Aidan every other minute of the day.Love you sooooomuch.
Gino Ramos Paul Riofski
December 19, 2006
Dear Brandon and Lisa,
Words cannot express the sadness and shock we felt upon hearing of the untimely death of your beloved son, Aidan Paul. May his memory sustain you at this time of sorrow knowing that he is alive and well in the arms of Our Loving God. You are in our hearts and prayers always!
Doris Seyranian
December 19, 2006
What a beautiful angel you have looking after you.
David Lippman
December 19, 2006
Brandon and Lisa,
We'll keep you in our hearts. Please call on us if there is anything we can do for you.
Much, much love to you both.
Greg Luyet
December 19, 2006
May God soothe your hearts with His love. Know you are being held in prayer.
Sunny Nordmarken
December 19, 2006
What a beautiful and completely good child, Aidan. I am so sorry.
Lynsay Whipple
December 19, 2006
I am truly sorry to you both for the loss of your beautiful boy. I have you both in my thoughts and prayers.
krissy frasher
December 18, 2006
Dear Brandon and Lisa,
I know the pain you feel right now is unbearable and you are questioning how you will endure. Please know that all across the country there is great love and strong prayers being sent your way to grant you safe passage through this.
A candle will be lit in Pittsburgh.
Caroline Robertson
December 18, 2006
Lisa and Brandon,
May Aidan's light shine and hold both of you up through this time of Advent and the Birth of New Hope. My arms and prayers hold you now!
Sierra Black
December 18, 2006
Brandon and Lisa,
Aidan was the warmest, most kissable, huggable and lovable little boy I ever met. I am so sorry.
Dhyana Iris
December 18, 2006
I remember when Aidan walked into the middle of the Aikido circle, following Ben's kyu test. He looked around the circle at various people with such intention, really connecting with each one. He was a very special person, and I feel honored to have met him. I am so, so, so sorry that he has passed on. My heart is with you.
Stacey Parry
December 18, 2006
Brandon and Lisa,
Words simply cannot express what I want to say or how I feel. Please know that I am with you in spirit. I have a very heavy heart now and yet I know that the next rainbow I see will be Aidan's. All my love,
Stacey
I shared what is going on with Tucker. All he could ask is, "Why?" He said it so simply.
Hridaya Maling
December 18, 2006
Dear Brandon,
I am so sad for your loss. I cannot even imagine the grief you feel but I'm sure it's immense. Thank you for emailing the Bookstore and letting us know. My heart is with you in your loss. I have no words.
Hridaya
Pacifica Bookstore
Brandon WilliamsCraig
December 18, 2006
Lisa and I cannot begin to express our appreciation for all your support. Please come to the service Tuesday night if you are near Berkeley and leave words, if you feel moved, here or on one of our blogs. If you'd like to leave an audio post but have no microphone on your computer please call the Association Building Community toll free number (866) 236-0346 and leave your message there.
with Gratitude,
B
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