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Memories and Condolences
for MADDEN PICKMAN
Annie Parrish
June 1, 2013
Dear Pickman family, your little guy is so handsome. I am so sorry for your loss. Remember that Madden is with you and will be there to guide you everyday. I know that your little Madden and our little grand daughter is in heaven playing, until we can be with them. May the Lord surround your family with his love and peace. Hugs to the family
Ann McClary
June 1, 2013
Your son is so gorgeous. I am so sorry for your loss of Madden. You do not walk alone on your journey. There are alot of moms who walk this road together. Reach out to them for they can bring you comfort and love. I am a grandmother who loss her 1st grandchild to SIDS in 1991. Your little Madden is close by you and in your heart till you reach Heaven's Gate. After that day you will never be apart. Sending you hugs. <3
Katherine Williams
June 1, 2013
Dear Pickman Family, I am so sorry for your loss of little Madden. He was such a handsome guy. I lost my son around 5 months of age- I can imagine how much he missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
kristin conner
June 1, 2013
Amanda, Mike, Hailey, and mason, words can hardly describe a loss like baby madden, or the pain you will endure. Know he is smiling down on you always and forever until you meet again. Madden is now a beautiful angel!!! God bless your family. We are always here if you need anything.
Flying in Heaven
Jenna Annas
June 1, 2013
Forever in Our Hearts and Always with us
Madden Alexander
Amanda Pickman
May 27, 2013
Madden... always with arms wide open.
Madden Alexander, March 7th, 2012
Amanda Pickman
May 27, 2013
Always Our Baby...
Madden, you are my beautiful Angel and will always be my child, my baby. I love you.
Mommy
May 27, 2013
An Angel in the Book of Life, wrote down my baby's birth. And whispered as she closed the book, too beautiful for Earth. -Author Unknown
Kristina Moore
April 5, 2013
Sorry for your loss. I know what it's like to loss a baby. For I lost mine when she was two days old and born at 25 weeks. Just remember that he is up in heaven playing with all his cousins, aunts, uncles that have passed as well and that he is also playing with my daughter as well
April Mitts
December 8, 2012
Madden-sweet angel in heaven, please watch over your mommy, daddy, Hailey, and Mason this Christmas. They love you and miss you oh so much. Your mommy has been missing you something fierce, I ask you to touch her heart and remind her that you are still near her.
Amanda, Mike, Hailey, and Mason I hope your Christmas is full of love and smiles, despite the fact that Madden isn't with you, but take solice in knowing he will be celebrating Jesus' birthday with him. I continue to pray for you, especially during this holiday season, for strength, courage, and joy. I love you guys!
kristina chirino
August 4, 2012
So sorry. For ur loss Hun I knw its hard I knw the way u feel I knw its not right that we have to lose are lil angels I hope we can get through this I'm here if u ever need sumthing ill keep u and Madden in my prayers rip lil angel
Bethany Schneider
June 17, 2012
I've been putting this off hoping that something would come to mind that would sound right. I've thought to myself what would I want to hear if I was in your shoes and nothing feels right. And I cry everytime for you guys. What a truly awful and unfair situation your family has been put through/in! Amanda I love to read the things that you have wrote about Madden and I admire your perspective and strength. I can only hope that through this tragedy your family can grow stronger and try to patch the hole with the memories that you have of your beautiful baby boy.
Racquel Kos
June 17, 2012
Madden...i didnt get a chance to know u....but i can only imagine the joy u brought to ur mommy,daddy,and ur siblings!! U r Jesus special lil angel now!! Can't wait for u to see ur first big wave "The Big Madden" Rest In Peace baby boy!!
Alena Cox
June 7, 2012
I know Madden was a special baby, without a doubt in my mind. He was here with a purpose and left with a great responsibility of being your angel. I am sorry that you guys are having to deal with the pain. Know that you are all strong people. You all will always be in my hopes and prayers.
Chris & Bob Golata
June 6, 2012
Amanda & MIke- Know that we love you all and grieve with you.Remember "God is closest to those whose hearts are breaking".I cant tell you how hard it was to have to leave you all and come back home, but know that our prayers and our Love did not leave.Aunt Chris & Uncle Bob.
The Day You Were Born
Mommy
June 3, 2012
Madden,I don't even know how to start...you're Mommy's Little Baby. You brought a new happiness into my life that I didn't know was missing. You were such a happy baby, a fun baby. I always would think I was 'wasting the day away' when I would no nothing all day except lounge around in my jammies with you. And it was so 'routine' to nurse you in the middle of the night. Funny how now, it is those very moments that I treasure. The way you laughed at Mason, Addie and Hailey when they'd make silly noises at you. The way Rowan would hug you and hold you, he just adored you. And you'd get so excited when you were "Standin! You're standin!" How excited you'd get when NeNe would give you tasty bittles like chocolate pudding and ice cream and just scream when it was gone. You loved to eat! Whether you were playing, eating, watching....laying on the bathroom rug while Mommy would run your bath or laying on Mason's rug while Mommy would clean....sitting on the couch like a big boy or jumping like a mad man in the bouncer, you were always smiling, laughing....always happy. I start to get upset or feel guilty because I don't have enough pictures of you; no bath photo, no family photo, no photos with your grandparents. And I also realize now, that I have all those photos and more....my memories. I can recall so vividly going into the baby pool when you first went swimming at Hailey and Mason's birthday parties, your eyes sparkled with wonder and you laughed little squeals of joy and surprise. You din't sleep ALL DAY! You loved the water! You could sit in your bathtub all day, watching so intently at the water as it 'rained' from your water ball. So much fun to play with...."Toes, Toes Baby......" I miss you little toes, I miss the way you'd 'attack' and start sucking my face or my arms, and it was so adorable how you started 'growling' when you did or the way you'd yell when you wanted to be picked up. I miss every single thing about you with all of being and ache from the depth of my soul to hold you close again. I knew there was something special about you as you grew inside my tummy....and you turned out to be an absolute angel. A real little angel in Heaven that came from my womb. Although I know you are still happy, safe, warm and in a good place, I will always be awaiting in torture and agony until you are back in my arms; which, to me, will always be the best place for you. I have a completely new perpective on our life on Earth because of you. You have changed my life and the lives of many others. God's little angel Madden touched so many people, bringing us back to our faith and the realization that this life is a gift from God, and we all to often take that gift for granted. I will not any longer, I will cherish my life and those who I love. Try to relish in every moment with your brother and sister, your dad and just savor having life; because I know your life was a gift, as is Haileys' and Masons', and mine and your Daddys' too. And when our life here is over we will be given the gift of eternal life in Heaven, where we will never be apart, never ache, never 'miss'. Since you have been gone, I have felt every emotion possible. I have experienced fear, guilt, depression and felt angst and despair. And I know I may never be able to control the way something makes me feel, but I can change the way I perceive...so that I may also continue to experience love, happiness and find peace. My faith in God and his Heavens that are now your home has never been stronger and I anxiously await the day I'll hold you again. Until then, I will carry my precious memories of you in my heart and because of you, focus on creating as more memories with our family, for now I know that each and every moment could become a memory tomorrow. I love you so much my little betto.....you are gone, but will NEVER be forgotten.
Leslie Capps
May 29, 2012
Love is a symbol of eternity. It wipes out all sense of time, destroying all memory of a beginning and all fear of an end. -Unknown Author.
God Bless the family. I love ya'll. Madden is laying in feild of flowers playing with the lambs smiling down on his mommy and daddy.
With love, Leslie.
Jim Golata
May 29, 2012
Madden,I've cherished you from the moment I held you in the hospital at birth.I will hold you again soon.
Amanda,Mike,Hailey and Mason find peace knowing he is with Jesus now.Love,Pop Pop
Jim, Lynn & Bridgett Pickman
May 27, 2012
To Michael, Amanda, Hailey and Mason,
We know words are never enough during this difficult time. We feel your grief, and we share your sorrow. May God's everlasting love surround you all.
Love, your family,
Dad, Lynn, and Bridgett
Caitlin East
May 26, 2012
Katie East
April East
May 26, 2012
love you.
April East
Barbara East
May 26, 2012
i am praying for you all. Barbie East
debbie East
May 26, 2012
Mike, please don't look so sad, Amanda, please don't cry-
cause he's in the arms of Jesus and sings him lullabies.
Please, try not to question God, don't think he is unkind.
Don't think he sent Madden to you, and then He changed his mind.
You see, he is a special child and needed up above.
He's the special gift God gave, the product of your love.
HE'll always be there with you. Watch the sky at night...
find the brightest star that is gleaming, that is his halo's brillant light.
You'll see him in the morning frost that mists your window pane.
That's Madden in the summer showers. he'll be dancing in the rain.
When you feel a little breeze, from the gentle wind that blows, that's Madden
planting a kisses on your nose.
God Bless and keep you in his hand love alway Debbie
Donna & Al Hom
May 26, 2012
i Can't express how much I feel for All of you there, but I love you All and my symathy is with each and everyone of you. All my lov eGreat Grandma & Great grand pa. Donna & All Hom
James Boyd
May 25, 2012
Keeping you always in our hearts, our minds, and in our prayers. He will always be with you and he will be missed.
DENISE (NENE) GOLATA
May 25, 2012
My precious heavenly angel Madden,
how i miss you and love you so! all my grandbabies are my angels but i always said from the day you were born how SPECIAL you were! for the first time i held you i knew you were a very special blessing from god, you may have only been on this earth for 7 months and 20 days but you accomplished more in your short time then some people will in 100 years- or more. I believe in my heart you were sent for Gods plan to teach many people about his love and how precious life is and no matter how young small or little- 1 person (even a baby) can make a HUGE impact on the world and the people around them. You came into this world and brought so much happiness and love and you were such a good baby i knew you were too good to stay for heaven was not as bright while you were here on earth but the earth definetly was shining brighter then it ever did -especially my personnel world!and i KNOW HEAVEN IS AGAIN BRIGHTER FOR YOU and GOD GAVE NE THAT PROOF - for on the day of your funeral it was raining and storming like it had done nonstop since you passed but right in the middle of the service when the priest said "you were the brightest in heaven" -THE WHOLE CHURCH BRIGHTEN AND THE SUN CAME OUT FOR THE REST OF THE DAY! thank-you and please thank God for giving me that little bit of peace knowing you are truely with the lord and are my happy happy smiling angel baby boy! although i cant stop the tears for i miss you and ache for you so- in my heart i am at peace for i know i will see you and hold you again till then i will cherrish my earthly angels hailey mason addie and rowan and any future grandbabies the lord may bless me with- but you will always have a very special place be in my heart and memories and not a day will pass i will not long for you and ache for you especially at every bathtime!(i miss our special bathtime the most since it was always your favorite -oh how you would laugh! and it was always my favorite time together cause we would always cuddle after and read our story and sing "JESUS LOVES ME" morning and night) Because of you I have grown so much closer to god for he truely has blessed me so much with such precious precious children/grandchildren and i know if i stay close to god i am close to you! alot of people will remember how you always had your arms up and they said you wanted to be held but i know you were always praising the lord for your smile was so full of love and you were always being held not only in your mamas loving arms but in Gods I MISS AND LOVE YOU SO MY ANGEL BOY! AMANDA AND MIKE PLEASE ALWAYS REMEBER HOW SPECIAL YOU ARE FOR GOD CHOSE YOU TO BE THE PARENTS OF AN ANGEL! I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH AND THOUGH THIS PAIN IS LIKE NONE OTHER AND BEYOND ANYTHING IMAGINEABLE I KNOW YOU TWO ARE STRONG AND GOD WILL MAKE YOUR FAMILY STRONGER, CLOSER AND MORE LOVE THAN EVER AND SOMETHING WONDERFUL WILL COME AND ALREADY HAS FOR YOU AND MADDEN HAVE GIVEN LIFE TO 2 OTHER CHILDREN AND MAYBE SOMEDAY WE WILL GET TO MEET AND HOLD THEM IN OUR ARMS AND FEEL OUR LITTLE MADDEN HERE ON EARTH AGAIN BUT IF NOT KEEP YOUR FAITH AND STAY CLOSE TO GOD AND YOU WILL HOLD YOUR PRECIOUS SON AGAIN(THATS GODS PROMISE AND HE NEVER BREAKS HIS WORD!) BUT TILL THEN JUST BE THE BEST PARENTS TO HAILEY AND MASON AND THE BEST LOVING PEOPLE YOU CAN BE AND HONOR MADDENS MEMORY-I AM SO PROUD OF YOU TOO AND I AM AMAZED AT YOUR STRENGHTH-I LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH!
Paul Wagner
May 24, 2012
Still keeping you all in prayer. Fear not where he is for he is with the Lord.
Cody Gorostiza
May 23, 2012
I love you guys im sorry for your loss, Love Cody Gorostiza
Bobby Allen
May 23, 2012
"May there be angels to uplift you, prayers to empower you and love to turn your fears to faith"
jessica riley-boyd
May 22, 2012
i can't imagine the pain you are in right now. no words will take the pain away. i wanted to write a poem but i am not good with words. someday God will be able to explain why this happened. i wish i could have met him. he looked so happy! i will be praying for your family.
May 21, 2012
this poem has brought me through hard times. i hope it inspires you.
Broken Dreams.
As children bring their broken toys with tears for us to mend, I brought my broken dreams to God because He was my friend.
But then instead of leaving Him in peace to work alone, I hung around and tried to help with ways that were my own.
At last I snatched them back and cried, "How can You be so slow" - "My child," He said, "What could I do? You never did let go."
All my love and sympathy, Aunty Dian York (
william pickman
May 18, 2012
love you madden..i wont forget you..rest in peace..we will see each other someday.until then ill keep you in my heart always.
love you forever,uncle Billy
Noel Morrow, Brandon Murray
May 18, 2012
No words could ever express our deepest sympathy for your loss. We want you to know that your family is in our thoughts and our prayers we love you!
Mandy Johnson
May 18, 2012
Mike ,Amanda and Family.... I love you guys very much. My heart goes out to y'all heart for sorrow you go threw right now . MADDEN was a lucky boy to have a loving family to share his love and make his joyful smiles to everyone heart. His a bright star shining down every night to show his amazing smile is still with us everyday. :-) always here and love ya'll .....
Ian Link
May 18, 2012
To Mike and Amanda, I know events in life aren't always easy to accept and understand. Madden was a special little boy that God needed to come home. He fulfilled his purpose and his work is complete. So much can happen in a short amount of time. I could see that he brought your family joy and brought you all closer together. Madden is always with you everyday from sun rise to set watching over you. Try to celebrate his life and know now that he is forever blessed in the arms of God. All of you are in my thoughts. Much love.
Elvenia Dykes
May 18, 2012
To Amanda and Mike, I hope that in this time of sorrow, that you and your family can find peace. It is so hard when someone we love has been taken from us, and we feel so lost, remember you all are never alone, God is standing right there with you, as your heart breaks he is there to comfort, as I well know. I am sure that he will bring some great blessing to you and your family,He needed Madden,I am sure that he is watching over you today, so from my heart, I feel your pain, my God give you the strength you need and bring you closer than everbefore as a family. Love you all
May 17, 2012
I am sorry for your loss , you and your family are in our thoughts ! Lacey and Family
Daniel Gershon
May 17, 2012
My thoughts are with you and your family. Madden was a beautiful boy and I have no doubt that he felt love and affection every day of his life.
Auntie Patty
May 16, 2012
"Let the children come to me, for the Kingdom of God belongs to such as they"
Then he took the children into his arms and placed his hands on their heads and he blessed them.
Gospel of Mark
I Love you so much and wish I could take away the pain, Amanda, Mike, Hailey & Mason - Know that Madden is with God now, he has work to do in Heaven.
May God Bless and keep you always!
Christina Breckenridge
May 16, 2012
Although there probably aren't words to console you and it likely feels like there aren't enough Kleenex to dry your tears... know that there are enough phone numbers to dial, enough arms to hug you when you need it, and enough hearts that will always be open to your family.
When death happens so close to life, it feels impossible to make sense of it all. I find it difficult to find the words to express my sympathy and I am hopeful that your beautiful family continues to lean on one another and you find strength in each other as the days pass.
May the Lord bless and keep you all always.
otto and angela gibbs
May 16, 2012
We know your family is going through trying times and you're probably so confused why this happened to such amazing people. Just know, God has the ultimate plan for madden and your family. Madden is now in a beautiful place and you guys will be united again someday. Trust Jesus and he will show you the way. Love you guys
Sky Burnstein
May 15, 2012
we all know that Madden is in the arms of Jesus. We may never know why he was taken from you so early, but we can try to find peace in knowing he is in a much better place. I know nobody can take your pain away but know that our family is here for your family. Rest in peace little baby Madden.....you will always be missed and you must know you have some wonderful parents. i am sure they dont go one minute without thinking about you. And to Hailey and Mason, you have not lost your brother, you have gained an angel. Love and peace.....
elvenia baumgartner
May 15, 2012
mike, amanda, haley and mason.... i love you all very much .... and like every body has said madden is in heaven now and is in the arms of god .... and he will be rememberd alwaqys and forever ... stay strong you guys .... love you elly b .........
Debra Pickman
May 15, 2012
Please know that my heart goes out to the both of you, and words alone can never express nor console the pain that is felt in the hearts of those who have lost of a child. You just have to know that you have an immense amount of support from not only family and friends, but also from God himself.
Although Madden is not beside you today, he now sits with God and the angels and has the best of care. I can't help but think there must have been a very important reason for God to call him home so early. And although we may never know what purpose he has, I'm sure that only the very special children get this honor. Madden must have been extraordinary to fill this need and in this I hope you take a little comfort.
Know he looks over you and will shine his light over your days. When a memory of him enters your thoughts, know it is him looking in on you; lending you comfort.
Hailey Pickman
May 15, 2012
Madden, I hope you have a good summer in Heaven and I love you infinity hundred and four hundred milllion pieces. And I hope you will always be safe up there and I'll be up there soon when I go up there.
Mason Pickman
May 15, 2012
I huv hoo Ma Ma...Maen. And I huv hoo sooo much...can hoo pease come back fom Heaben. Ma-en I huv hoo to a hunded housand hillion pieces.
Tony Pickman
May 15, 2012
I asked God why this had to happen. Sometimes to us here on earth your reason's go unheard, then I heard the soft little voice of an Angel whisper these comforting words, "Try not to be sad mommy and daddy, for soon your darkness will be over, I'm helping God push the cloud's away so you'll both have sunshine tomorrow! I hope you know how much I love you? I know how much you love me too. I'm having a blast here in Heaven, And with the angel's I now stand, A halo upon my head, A harp within my hand. Mommy, sometimes when you're sleeping I softly cover you with my wings, and Daddy you should see me zoom around with these feathery things! I'm having a Great time in Heaven, and just in case you don't know, we'll be together again someday, that is a promise, God just told me so!
Jennifer Wagner
May 15, 2012
Stay strong and keep your faith. Know that Madden is with Jesus now and will forever be your angel. God chose you to be an angels parents for a short time. In the short seven months Madden was with you, he taught others how to love and be loved.
Dustin, Karen, & Tatum Utley
May 14, 2012
Mike, Amanda, Hailey, and Mason- Remember that Madden will live on in your hearts forever. And know that he really is in a beautiful happy place and in the arms of Jesus. Someday you will be reunited with him again but in the mean time, know that he is smiling down on you from Heaven. We will continue to pray for your stregnth and comfort. We love you!
Meaghan Krueger
May 14, 2012
amanda and mike there are no words to express how very sorry i am for the loss of your baby boy. i know how hard it is, and something that youll never let go. but with time and your friends and family by your side it will get easier. and again im so sorry for your loss. i keep you all in our prayers.
Cara Russell
May 14, 2012
I keep the lil blue carnation from that day by a candle and pray for u guys every night.
Erica Shine
May 14, 2012
Your family is constantly in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace and strength during this difficult time.
Love Tony, Erica, & Annalise Shine
clarence lee
May 14, 2012
Im sorry to hear what happened happened Bill told me. im sorry for your loss Mike he was a handsome kid. things Will get better in time, he Will always be with you in your hearts and memorys. time heals all wounds and im sorry for your loss again Mike.keep your head up.
May 14, 2012
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief.
We send you thoughts of comfort.
Tony, Erica, and Annalise Shine
Misha Froehlich
May 14, 2012
Im sorry for your loss of sweet baby Madden and Im very sorry I never got the chance to meet him! He lives on forever in everyone's hearts and although he is not here in person, he lives on in spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this hard time. Gone but never forgotten. Rest in Peace sweet baby Madden
Cassandra Cambern
May 14, 2012
Amanda and Mike,
I am so sorry for your loss, I know nothing can help the pain you are going through. I hope you find comfort in knowing everything is part of a bigger plan that we can not comprehend. God knew exactly what was going to happen and He knows exactly what He is doing. Don't give up faith and hope that one day you will be reunited.
"For You formed my inward parts;
You covered me in my mother's womb.
I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
Marvelous are Your works,
And that my soul knows very well.
My frame was not hidden from You,
When I was made in secret,
And skillfully wrought in the lowest parts of the earth.
Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed.
And in Your book they all were written,
The days fashioned for me,
When as yet there were none of them".
Psalm 139:13-16
Beau and Ashley Mitchell
May 14, 2012
We were sad to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. We wish for peace and comfort upon your family in this hard time.
della martin
May 14, 2012
hello mike also amanda ,
baby madden is always with you all .. i truely think of you all has family , the kids love you all also . if you or mike need anything katelyn said she will babysit the kids . our hearts are with you all ... our door also my phone is open to you all anytime night or day ! love you all ... della, bryan, tate, katelyn hugs to you both.
Breanne Berning
May 14, 2012
Amanda and Mike, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful little son, Madden. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort knowing your little angel is in Gods loving embrace.
Jessica Backstrand
May 11, 2012
I'm so sorry for ur loss. I will keep ur family in my prayers.
Sharon Ivy
May 11, 2012
Mike and Amanda-
I wish you peace and comfort during this difficult storm. Continue to honor Madden in all that you do!
My prayers are with you and the entire family!
Susan Carlson
May 10, 2012
God picks special ones to be with him, and you are one of them. You are not alone in heaven, you have your great grandpa Pickman, and your great uncle Richard Carlson and your second cousin Tom Wood plus other loved ones whom God has picked to be with you. You will always be in our hearts, we love you.
Rita Flug
May 10, 2012
Precious Son
God, I know you gave your precious Son
To give us life with You.
But we didn't want our son to leave,
Cause he was precious too.
We all are special in your eyes
And all to you return.
We know our son will not come back,
And for this our hearts still yearn.
Our time on earth is for learning,
And when our lessons are through,
Our Lord will choose the time we leave,
And we come back to you.
Our precious son is with you,
And there will be a day,
That we too will leave this earth,
And you will light our way.
His arms will be wide open,
And the wait will be worthwhile,
When we see again our precious son,
And the splendor of his smile.
Natalie Curry
May 10, 2012
It's important that you know you've made me realize something baby Madden, that I'm guilty of taking my loved ones for granted. I apologize for not knowing you as well as I probably should have. Your presence and time spent on earth was not in vain however, and I will do my best to change that with those I still can. Thank you for leaving me with that day full of nothing but smiles (you know the one =]). It's the way I'll remember you forever.
Patricia Altis
May 10, 2012
Little man may you watch over your family with God.. Your spirit fly with the angels, and your happiness bring smiles to all who may need them in times of sorrow..
Morain family
May 10, 2012
My family and I are very sad to have only met baby Madden once and we want the family to know we r here for them when ever they need us, and that they r in our prayers daily.
jodie perkins
May 10, 2012
Dear sweet madden although I never got the chance to meet you you will always be in my heart and I love and miss you
amy Capps
May 9, 2012
Baby madden you touched our hearts for ever you will not be for gotten but remembered as the sweat heart that stole our hearts
Joe Hillebrenner
May 9, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Hold on to the joys he brought you during his time here.
Jamie Ebel
May 9, 2012
I just wanted to say thank you for letting me say your goodbyes with you to Madden. I never had the pleasure of meeting him but i already feel like i have. I am truly sorry for your loss Amanda, my sypmpathy goes out to you and your family. Madden will be missed but never forgotten.
Joseph York
May 9, 2012
Peace, honor, respect, condolences, and most of all, Love.
Paula Baumgartner
May 9, 2012
It is in times of great sorrow that we come to know the true power of the human heart. It was in a time of grief that a profound but simple truth was revealed to me, one that actually changed my life., To the level ones heart can break it can also love, we are capable of great love, love that transcends are earthly realm. May you know your fathers love has no boundries and you shall be comforted. May God be with you.
Paula Baumgartner
Marian Rader
May 9, 2012
My prayers continue for each one of you! Madden was such a sweet, happy baby from the first time I saw him. He filled a room with joy and laughter. It was a blessing to spend time with him during his regular visits to High Grove. May your memories of Baby Madden bring you joy and comfort every day. I am always here with a hug and willing to listen when you want to remember your precious little Madden. Blessings for a brighter tomorrow...
Michelle Stewart
May 9, 2012
Amanda Mike and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful baby boy.I just pray that God gives you peace in this awful time.You are in my heart and prayers everyday! Love you all so much! call me anytime night or day.He may be gone from this earth but he will live on in our hearts forever <3
May 8, 2012
To my wonderful friend, Amanda Pickman and her beautiful family, you are so dear in my heart and I know your perfect baby boy is in a place more beautiful than any of us can imagine. I am now and always will be here for you.
All my love, Audra Runyon & Adam Shuey
Luke Baumgartner
May 7, 2012
Madden althogh your visit was short and sweet. The memory of you and your spirit is warm and loving it shall be cherished and with those who knew you always. My prayers to your family, may their faith hold them up and be their strength during their darkest hours. You are loved.
Rick Uresti
May 6, 2012
Madden will be missed very much. Your family will always be in my thoughts. I love you all.
Mason and Madden sharing a popsicle.
Mason Pickman
May 6, 2012
I huv hoo. And I huv you soo much. He huv you soo much. I miss you.
Hailey and Madden Halloween 2011
Hailey Pickman
May 6, 2012
I love You Baby Madden, I hope you be safe in heaven and I love you and then everyone else. Amen. From your Sis
April Mitts
May 6, 2012
So sorry for your loss!
Aimee Baumgartner
May 6, 2012
Auntie loves you Madden!! You are alive in my heart, my life and my home forever. Little Madden there will not be a day that passes that Auntie will not talk about you, think of you and snuggle you in my thoughts. I will never forget the way that you smell or the way your bright eyes would sparkle when they would be silently urging me to pick you up. I will never forget the beautiful presence you brought to our lives. I watched your brother Mason cool himself from summer heat yesterday saying so childlike "OHHHH Addie its so told....dat beels dood!!!" and I was so sad that I wouldn't see you do things like this with him. I will never watch you grow. I am comforted knowing that these tiny abundances we experience on Earth are what comprises Heaven completely. I know that in Heaven you will one day play with your brother and sister and your presence will be shared with us again. The day to rejoice in the reunion with your mom and dad having you in their embrace may seem like an eternity to them now however days will pass, time will help heal their earthly pain and that moment will be theirs again. May your beautiful little body rest in peace and your soul live on so innocent forever in the Kingdom of Heaven.
Woody & Diana Woodward
May 5, 2012
May Baby Madden's light shine forever
Rozlyn Flug
May 5, 2012
I wish I could take away your pain. My heart breaks for you and your family. I wish I had the chance to hold Madden. I feel luck to have had the chance to see him growing in your belly. He was the most beautiful baby and continued that into his little casket.
Bobbie Krueger
May 5, 2012
Amanda, Mike, & rest of family. I can't even begin to put into words how sorry I am for your loss!! I'm a mom....a parent, so I know how much our children mean to us and what you have suffered with the loss of Madden is not something any parent should have to endure. Children should out live their parents. But I know even though I do not know the reason behind the loss of someone as beautiful and amazing as Madden, God has a reason and a plan. I can't wait for him to explain it to me someday!!! Maybe then this will make sense, but until then, I will continue to pray for you. And should you need anything, please get a hold of me. I know we are quite a distance a part, but you know I'll be there! And remember what the pastor said during the ceremony, how lucky you were to have such an amazing little angel with you for 7 months and although the pain is unbearable, it is still worth it because of the joy and happiness experienced during that 7 months...the time with Madden. I love you all!!
Alissa Ray
May 5, 2012
All of my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your sweet Madden touched the lives of so many in such a short amount of time, and he will never be forgotten. He will live on in your heart and he is watching you from heaven.
Sarah Kinast
May 4, 2012
Little Madden i so wish i had the chance to hold you. Am sure you know how much your mom and dad love you. But also know we did to. I remember your grandma sending me a picture of you the day you was born and thinking i will have to wait to hold you. I know your great grandpa Pickman was waiting to hold you in heaven when you got there. Love you Madden...
Robbie Jo Ellefson
May 4, 2012
I have no words to express my sympathy for you. I hope that you find strength in the fact that you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday.
Jessica Woyach
May 4, 2012
A beautiful baby boy who lived to short but made his parents proud. I know I never met you but I am sure you were a joy to everyone who knew you. I am so sorry for your loss and to your family Amanda love you much.
Sonya Hull
May 4, 2012
May you find strength and peace in each other, Amanda and Mike. Our family is here for yours any time you need it. Madden seems like he was a happy baby which can only mean you were the best parents in the world for him.
Brian Wilson
May 4, 2012
I am sorry. Be strong and keep your head up.
Chris & Jessie Welch
May 4, 2012
Amanda & Mike we are so sorry for your loss! Chris & I are here for your family if ya'll need anything at all. Much love Welch family!
Dave York
May 3, 2012
Amanda and Mike, I can not begin to express my sympathy for your loss. Please know my heart, prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time in your life. May God's peace be with you and your family.
Melissa Drake
May 2, 2012
I will pray for solace and strength for everyone in the most difficult time.
Chaurita Sherron
May 2, 2012
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Rosemary Lanfranca - Ameristar
May 2, 2012
Florida and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful baby boy. May God give you strength during this difficult time. May the love and closeness of your family help you cope with this devasting loss. Blessings and prayers to all.
Shirley Claycomb
May 1, 2012
My thooghts and prayers are with you. May god be with you in this time of need.
Brooke McNally
May 1, 2012
My heart goes out to your family at this very difficult time.
Cathie Willis
May 1, 2012
In the hardest of times, remember how much he meant to all of you and that even though it seems there is no relief you can see, he is with all of us, looking down and smiling on you.
Bob & Christine Golata
May 1, 2012
The only words we can think of is that we are so sorry for your loss.You are all in our thoughts and prayers.May God help you and bless you.
Tina Graham
May 1, 2012
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
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