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ADAMS Elizabeth Joy Adams, born July 19, 2013, went suddenly to be with Jesus on May 10, 2014. Elizabeth had Trisomy 18, a chromosomal condition wrongly considered by many as incompatible with life. Expected not to survive birth, Elizabeth showed the world, for 9.5 beautiful months, that babies born with this condition are full of life and love. Her cheeky smile, bright blue eyes, and long eyelashes captivated all who saw her. The courage and feisty determination that she displayed during heart surgery made an enormous impact all over the world. Elizabeth had a Facebook page with over 10,000 followers, and her journey helped others to see the beauty in choosing life for babies diagnosed with a trisomy condition. Elizabeth Joy is survived by her parents, Travis and Kelly Adams, 5 siblings, Matthew, Emma, Jonathan, William and Adeline Grace, maternal grandparents, Bob and Cathy Sacks, paternal grandmother, Michael Ann Adams, many aunts, uncles, cousins and her faithful kitty cat, Jack. Thank you to our loving nurses and doctors at Wolfson Children's Hospital, the UF Pediatric Cardiology Clinic, Community Hospice PedsCare, her loving nurse, Dale Robinson, and her runner, Dawn Pizio. A little flower lent not given to bud on Earth and bloom in Heaven. A celebration of the Joy of Elizabeth will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 15th in the Chapel of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 1701 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach with Pastor Dan Clay officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday (TODAY) at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Elizabeth Joy to Little Flowers Project http://littleflowerprojects.org or Community PedsCare. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com
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Dear Kelly, Travis and children,
I am so sad to find out about the passing of your sweet beautiful Elizabeth Joy...I loved seeing her precious smile, and I know she is made whole in Heaven with beautiful angel wings of her very own. Sending prayers for peace and love to you all! xoxo
Michele (Green) Williams
June 1, 2014
I was in the CVICU with my son when your sweet girl passed away. The effect she had was evident on all the nurses and doctors. She was a beautiful girl. Seeing her story and hearing about her in the hospital gives me hope and peace for my own family's fight with my son's health issues.
May 27, 2014
My heart is broken along with thousands of others that loved and shared the joy of Eliizabeth's life . She brought happiness and smiles and the love of God to many people in her short life. I will always remember this tiny sweet baby girl. I can't wait to get to Heaven to meet her in person. She gave me such inspiration each day I logged on and I would think of her often and ask our Lord to bless her . Today I ask our Lord to give her Family and friends Peace.
Patricia Huff , Kernersville, North Carolina
Patricia Huff
May 23, 2014
Dear Kelly, Travis and family...I am so very sorry to have heard about Elizabeth..my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May God Bless You All
Cindy Molina
May 21, 2014
Elizabeth your smile said it all. Fly free beautiful angel, you are pain free. Watch over your family and live on through them. You were inspirational beautiful soul. You touch the heart of so many. You were so easy to love and admire. Gone but never forgotten, not that beautiful smile.
Prudence Reynolds
May 18, 2014
Dear sweet Elizabeth Joy. I prayed and followed you on your page your mom created for you. You are an amazing little girl. You are now in Jesus arms being sang to and watching over your family. You are their guardian angel.
Angel C
May 16, 2014
For your special little girl. Sending you and your family so much love.
Kathy McPherson
May 16, 2014
Even though we never met, and you lived miles away, on the opposite side of the world, your story touched my heart and the hearts of many others. Such an amazing, beautiful girl.
Mike Reader
May 16, 2014
I love you, sweet Ellie. You always made my day brighter with your smile. There will never be another you. I await the day I meet you in heaven sweet girl. Look over your family, as a child lost is hard..no matter how wonderful heaven is. We all love you.
May 15, 2014
At times like these, 'God can give us "power beyond what is normal," so we can keep going from one day to the next. (2 Cor.4:7) May your memories continue to bring the family comfort during this difficult time.
Johnson Family
May 15, 2014
Forever loved and always cherished. Spread your wings sweet Elizabeth Joy and send your mommy, daddy and your brothers & sister your strength and courage. They will need your guiding light to carry on.
Odenia Rodriguez
May 15, 2014
I didn't know her or you, but I feel your pain and I am praying for your healing. So unbelievably sorry for this loss. She was just beautiful and now she will be a perfect addition to the angels in heaven!
Beth Callas
May 15, 2014
I am truly sorry for your loss. Though only meeting Elizabeth last week, I could not help but fall in love with her smile and bright eyes and was inspired by what she had endured so far. She really had a fighter spirit about her. I will continue to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers as you go forward in the days ahead.
Desiree Davis, Early Steps Service Coordinator
May 15, 2014
I love you my girl. I know you have pease . All my love to your family . Show them in little ways that you are still with them. <3
Melissa Linhares
May 15, 2014
she was such an amazing little girl.... I shed tears for you and your family through this loss... but now she is running and playing and is fully healed and with god... may she protect your family till you see her again
Jennifer Lovelday
May 15, 2014
My Deepest Condolences For Your Loss Of Elizabeth Joy, She Is A Beautiful Pain Free Angel, Whom I Pray Will Visit All Of You In Your Dreams Every Night. Peace And Blessings To You And Your Family R.I.P. Now Elizabeth..
Laura Snyder
May 15, 2014
She has now crossed the Rainbow Bridge to be with Jesus and is with my precious niece, McKenna Grace Bost, who had trisomy 13 & 18, and who died before she ever saw the light of earth. I am so sorry about your loss but grateful for your faith and testimony that God will use to bring unbelievers to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. I know I have not seen you in years but that makes my heartfelt sympathy no less. God bless you and your family.
Tara (Bost) Denson
May 15, 2014
Very sad that darling Elizabeth has left us. What a strong child she was and loved dearly by so many. God rest her soul.
Melissa Mermaid
May 14, 2014
We are so sad for your loss. I know you deeply love her and she you. The blessings she can send from Heaven will be great and the love your family shares will endure. She has gone to meet Jesus and is in his arms full of love and joy.
Leigh Jones
May 14, 2014
RIP ELIZABETH
cathy whitt
May 14, 2014
sweet dreams our wee princess big hugs from edinburgh in scotland uk xxx
elaine grant
May 14, 2014
I loved her gorgeous smile what a wee darling she brightened up your day so sorry for your loss xx
Sheila Roy
May 14, 2014
My heart breaks for your loving family. Baby Elizabeth Joy will be in God's loving arms till you are all reunited again ??
Jackie Rita
May 14, 2014
krys szudy
May 14, 2014
We, as a family are heartbroken for your family....have faith that she is smiling at Jesus and know she will always be with you...we love you all and I admire your courage to share your journey with the world...with so much love.....Michelle, Jonathan, Cheyenne, Tristan, and Morgan Warner
michelle warner
May 14, 2014
I fell in love with you when I saw you the first time. You took a piece of my heart with you. Fly high and run and play and laugh with all the other angels and my T18 baby boy <3
Bianka Schröder
May 14, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing with us. Will continue to pray for your family! May GOD give you peace and comfort!!
Diane Holmes
May 14, 2014
Sweet Little Angel, I fell in love with you the first moment I saw you and have been grief stricken since your passing. Although I never had the privilege to see or hold you in person I prayed, read and followed your pictures from day 1.
Thank you for your Mighty struggles and know that one day soon I will see you seated by My Heavenly Father.
Joy McCormick (Knoxville, TN)
Joy McCormick
May 14, 2014
MAY GOD HAVE UR LIL ANGEL IN PEACE ND IN HEAVEN. SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .
erica penaflor
May 14, 2014
Rest sweet Elizabeth....you may be gone but will Never be Forgotten and Loved.....Sorry for your loss<3
Debbie Ruth
May 14, 2014
Thank u for sharing ur sweet angel with all of us and letting us watch her grow. But now she is in heaven with god watching everyone. R.I.H.Sweet Angel
Lona Williams
May 14, 2014
My daughter, Michelle, is a tetrasomy 18 girl. She is 31. I've been a member of the chromosome 18 society - and been to many of their annual conferences. There are many chromosome 18 children and adults. The best hugs I've ever received have come from those conferences. She was a gift.
Mike Moon
May 14, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss, i followed every post,, love and prayers for the family. The Poe's
Jenny Poe
May 14, 2014
Great thanks to your loving parents that we were allowed to have in your life part.
You have shown us, this is the life worth living every day whether laughing if crying, you stay forever in my heart ...
Fly high into the kingdom of heaven little Elizabeth Joy.
melanie
May 14, 2014
Rest baby girl,u proved all odds,now ur home.,in heaven..god bless u and famils sorry.for ur lost
Martine Belden
May 14, 2014
Precious Elizabeth I have followed your journey through life.
You made a lasting impact in my life. You have the most wonderful family they made sure you had the best.
I know you will be missed by all your FaceBook Friends & your Family.
You are free now sit in Jesus lap & rest a while we will meet you soon.
Jeanie ( jeanie Sandra ) Knoxville ,TN
Sandra Humphrey
May 14, 2014
sweet little Elizabeth sleeping in peace ...
fly with many other little angel children through the endless kingdom of heaven
We will send you 10000 kisses from earth
melanie schoof
May 14, 2014
Beautiful Elizabeth angel. You brought such Joy to everyone who read about your brave, sweet life! xoxoxo Lizzette Gambino
May 14, 2014
Sweet little Elizabeth sleeping in peace.
fly with many other little angel children through the endless kingdom of heaven
We will send you 10000 kisses from earth
Melanie Schoof
May 14, 2014
Elizabeth the angels have called your name,
May your blue eyes an bright smile never go astray,
May you rest in the stars and clouds in heaven,
Little angel so full of life we will remember you every day,
Alicia-May Reckwell
May 14, 2014
Thank you for sharing the JOY of Elizabeth. She was a remarkable fiesty, little lady who had the sweetest smile and most gorgeous big, blue eyes. Thank you for letting us get to know her as well as your amazing family. You are in my thoughts and prayers, now and always. Baby Elizabeth will always hold a special place in our hearts at Community PedsCare.
Danielle Eaves
Child Life Specialist
Danielle Eaves
May 14, 2014
Sweet little Elizabeth...I have followed your courageous journey and thoroughly enjoyed all your beautiful photos...a smile to melt hearts...now a smile to join the angels...may your family have sweet memories forever xx
amy elgar
May 14, 2014
"A very big thank you for sharing your truly amazing daughter with us.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this sad time.Fly high little angel" and May god bless you all and bring you peace.x
Sue King
May 14, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss, god has gained another angel. Heartache does fade but your memories of Elizabeth Joy will always be with you. xx
Susan Mcbean
May 14, 2014
Me and my two little girls have loved to follow your little angel on Facebook. She was truly a blessing and is on a beautiful angel. May God comfort your family. So sorry for your loss. God has gained another amazing angel.
maria arzola
May 14, 2014
A lifetime of love
in such a short life.
Those angels are lucky
to play with you today. X
Elizabeth Jones
May 14, 2014
Your daughter was a beautiful light in this world. I'm so sorry for your family's loss.
I will keep her and your family in my prayers Pauline Theberge
Pauline Theberge
May 14, 2014
Little Tinkerbell where did you go to, it must have been someplace very important for you left in a hurry. Just don't forget to sprinkle your fairy dust upon your loved ones so they won't worry and will know you are watching over them.
Share your beautiful self with those you hadn't met before, make new friends and wonderful colorful rainbows everyday
Mommy, Daddy, & Siblings;
I am so very saddened by the passing of your beautiful little sweetheart, I don't have much to offer but my little poem above and prayers for healing but they are yours for the taking.
Gloria Spohn
May 14, 2014
Thank you sweet Elizabeth for the joy you brought in your sweet short life. I feel blessed to have known you through your Facebook page. God has gained another Angel xxx
Gill
May 14, 2014
Sweet, darling Elizabeth Joy. You and your dear family will remain in my thoughts and in my heart. Rest in peace, sweetheart.
Clodagh O'Sullivan
May 14, 2014
Kelly and family. I am so sorry for your loss. It was so shocking to read. I pray that God will wrap your family in his loving arms. Give you the comfort and peace that only he can give you. I will be praying for your family. She is your angel now. Watching over her family until you meet again.??
Maria&Craig Williams
May 14, 2014
My heart aches for you. Please find happiness in that our special trisomy 18 girls are playing together in heaven. Karleigh and Elizabeth will be friends forever. I hope some day we can talk and listen to memories of out angels. If you or your family need anything please call. 8144967400
Missy Caldwell
May 14, 2014
My heart breaks for the family you leave behind. I will miss your beautiful face but know that there is a star shining brightly in the night sky. Please find my darling Sophie Estrella also lost to T18. She will look after you. xx
Laura Riach
May 14, 2014
Im so sorry for your loss and the pain you all are feeling. I followed her page and she was a amazing little girl. Im sure she will be just as amazing as the,angel she adding to heaven.
Christina Burnette
May 14, 2014
May God Bless you Elizabeth. Such a beautiful little girl at home with Jesus now
She has certainly touched my heart. Xxx
Joanne Hann
May 14, 2014
Followed your story from beginning to end and you put a smile on my face every day but your last!
My thoughts are with your family- Fly High!!
Rest in Peace darling xx
Louise
May 14, 2014
Heartbreaking! May she rest in the arms of Jesus & may he bring comfort to the family. Leta DeMayo
Leta DeMayo
May 14, 2014
Rest in Peace Sweet Angel...
Cynthia Ramos
May 14, 2014
Thinking of you all at this time. Elizabeth Joy was precious to all who knew her through Facebook. Keeping you and your family in our prayers .
Janet Varvel
May 14, 2014
All the way from Australia we send our heart felt condolences and thank you for sharing the miracle that was Elizabeth. Having lost a child with Trisomy 18 I was in awe of the joy that this little one gave her family, and, in fact the world. Blessings to you in this difficult time.
May 14, 2014
To the family of Elizabeth
I didn't know your precious little angel but I followed her story on the Facebook page and her little smile was enough to light up even the darkest of days. She was a little fighter and you can all be so proud of the life she lived, even if it was so short. RIP little one, watch over your lovely family and keep them safe until you meet again xxxxx
Gemma Wagner
May 14, 2014
Dear sweet little Elizabeth, there are no words special enough to describe the Joy of you....I will keep you forever in my heart xxx
Joan McLellan
May 14, 2014
Elizabeth, you touched my heart and that of many, many others in a special way in such a short time. Look down on your family and help them to proudly remember you with joy and love.
Elayne Tuite
May 14, 2014
It is an Honour to be a part of your ever-growing Facebook Family, your darling smile lit up my day :-) God Bless you and your lovely family, Lots of Love Elizabeth from Vanita and Family in Nottingham England <3 xxxxxx
VANITA M
May 14, 2014
R.I.P little Angel your family was blessed to have you for a short while .You touched a lot of people's hearts xxxxc
michelle taylor
May 14, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I will miss your updates and pretty wee outfits. Rest in peace sweet child x
Ellen Halliday
May 14, 2014
Fly with the Angels Little Sweetheart, I'm sure going to miss the your sweet face ,you always made me smile,Elizabeth Joy "Safe in the arms of Jesus,safe on his gentle breast."
Vicki McGowan
May 14, 2014
Rest in piece gorgeous girl xo
Jackie Hattwell
May 14, 2014
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Thank you for sharing your baby girl with us. Everyday I looked forward to seeing your daily post and pictures. You will be greatly missed Elizabeth! Heaven has gained a beautiful angel!
Veronica Jimenez
May 14, 2014
As you now know looking down from heaven, you helped me through a really tough time. I know in my heart you are happy and peaceful with Jesus now x
M Wells
May 14, 2014
Dear,sweet little Elizabeth...there are no words special enough to describe the wonder of you. I will hold you forever in my heart x
joan mclellan
May 14, 2014
to all the family of Elizabeth Joy Adams ,my thoughts and prayers are with you all , i feel that i was part of your family following Elizabeth Joys journey, she was so beautiful and i will remember you all in my prayers x x
catherine hardy
May 14, 2014
Elizabeth may you rest in peace gone to soon and joining my son Oliver (trisomy 13) thoughts are with your family
Debbie Kelly
May 14, 2014
Fly High Little One!!! Be with Jesus and the Angels and run and play in Heaven!!!
Lori
May 14, 2014
Fly with the angels baby girl.
Penelope Gilmour
May 14, 2014
Thinking of the joy you gave me ,when looking at your most amazing little face,you will be one of the brightest stars in the sky,sleep well little one ,till we meet,my thoughts are with mam,dad and the rest of your family,love to you all mim jones,corwen north wales uk.xxxx
mim jones
May 14, 2014
Sorry bout ur loss. Sending prayers for ur family. May god comfort ur family at this time. Yall r in r thoughts. She was n still is a beautiful angel. She fought a good fight. I wish i had the strength thats she had. Rest in peace beautiful Elizabeth.
leslie , lars , keyon , larson n larissa nemenz- bais
May 14, 2014
God bless you little one fly with the angels rest in peace
Debbie Sharpe
May 14, 2014
I am so sorry on the loss of your beautiful baby girl she will be missed by all. She will indeed bloom in heaven God bless all of you. Xxx
Elanor Lochore
May 14, 2014
Safe in the arms of Jesus sleep in peace dearest Elizabeth "a little angel only leant " but left a footprint in all our hearts around the world .my condolences to the parents and family thinking of you all at this sad time xxx from a follower in England x
Josephine Turner
May 14, 2014
Rest in peace sweet little angel. God bless your family. You will be forever in my heart.
latisha lafosse
May 14, 2014
Our family is deeply in prayers for you and ask God to wrap his arms around your family during this difficult time. Your precious little girl fought a good fight and completed her purpose here that God sent her to do and now she has earned her wings. Heaven has received one beautiful angel to watch over other babies including my son Jakob. God bless you all and I thank him that he gave you the courage and strength to allow thousands of others to walk this miracles journey with you. Always remembered and forever impacted.
-The Morgan Family
Mindy Morgan
May 14, 2014
Beautiful Elizabeth, the brightest star in the sky. Fly high baby girl.
Thank you to your wonderful parents for sharing your beautiful story. It's touched so many, all over the world. Thinking of you all over the next couple of days, and sending lots of love.xx
Rachel Harrington
May 14, 2014
I looked through the photos of Elizabeth with sadness in my heart but a smile on my face! Such precious memories you all have to treasure! Those blue eyes and the little cheeky smile will always be how I think of Elizabeth Joy! Love and condolences go to all the family and friends of this beautiful little angel!
Wendy Evans
May 14, 2014
Long distance hugs from Australia. Thinking of you all at this sad time xxx
Vicki Holder
May 14, 2014
Sleep tight little angel. My heartfelt prayers to all the family of Elizabeth
Such a beautIful little girl, who touched so many people.
Until you are all together agaon, take comfort in knowing she was loved the world over. Xxxxxxxxx
clare ledger
May 14, 2014
All my love and prayers for you and your family xxxxxx
Kathy McPherson
May 14, 2014
Rip beautiful baby....you not in pain any more ...the most beautiful angle in the sky...you touch a very lot off hearts...specially mine...in a massive way my darling ...I will still think bout you all the time like I have done ....since reading yr story love ??????
Sue Warrior
May 14, 2014
you were a ray of sunshine when i turn on my computer in the morning to see your beautiful smiling face and how well you were doing and your parents asking for prayers for all your little friends taken to soon but never to be forgot a happy goregous little princess may you rest in peace and send a rainbow to let us know your happy prayers for your family xxxxxxxxx
samantha cashin
May 14, 2014
My heartfelt condolences go out to the family, I never met this little angel but she touched my heart, she radiated so much love and happiness it touched the world. Much love & hugs go to all the family at this sad time.
Louise Farrell
May 14, 2014
To Elizabeth's family,
I was deeply saddened to read on Facebook that your little girl has passed away. I have a daughter of my own who was born just 3 days after your Elizabeth. I cannot imagine the pain you must be going through at the moment. I have watched your little girl grow on Facebook with joy and prayed for her. Please accept our condolences and continued prayers for your family especially at this time. May God give you strength to bear what He has given you.
Elanor Barr
May 14, 2014
Sweet Elizabeth Joy. You are so missed. May you rest peacefully in your new heavenly body. You have made such an impact and will never be forgotten. We are changed for the better for coming along your beautiful journey. Thank you for that.
May you all find peace and comfort knowing how much we love her and may you feel her presence everyday. Love to you all.
Sonia Branco Micliz
May 14, 2014
Miss Elizabeth you have touched many lives. I enjoyed seeing your lovely smile. May you continue to smile, rest in peace sweat angel.
Heather Jensen
May 14, 2014
To the family of Ms. Elizabeth Joy...Thank you so much for allowing us into your very loving, extremely JOYous world.
Thank you so much for sharing Elizabeth with all the other T18 families out there...both in your world and the world wide web. I am blessed to have learned of Ms. Elizabeth and my deepest condolences are extended to each and every one of you as you lay this beautiful child to rest.
I am certain that Elizabeth's legacy will live on, and she will continue to move mountains! Please know that she has impacted more lives than you can probably imagine and our thoughts are with you, always!
God Bless.
A T18 family
Bridget & Ms. Grier
Bridget Blake
May 14, 2014
Our hearts break for your family. Thank you for sharing her with the world. We hope you will find peace...
The Fernandez Family
May 14, 2014
I'm so very sorry for your loss please know you are all in my prayers and thoughts.I would like you to know Elizabeth stole my heart the first time I saw her beautiful face on Facebook there was something very special about her.She will be dearly missed by her Facebook friends.
Brenda Holden
May 14, 2014
I met you on Facebook and Became an avid follower. I looked forward to daily updates from your mommy. Your previous little face brought a smile to my heart every day. I was shocked and sorrowed to read of your sudden passing. You are in Jesus' arms now.
Debb MaGee
May 14, 2014
Thank you for sharing Elizabeth with everyone. She was a joy to watch grow. I am so glad her life could be a beacon to choose life for other babies suffering from trisomy conditions. Your beautiful daughter was such a blessing. I pray your family finds peace and comfort through the Lord during this difficult time.
Kerri Reeves Smith
May 14, 2014
"To the family of Elizabeth Joy Adams, Pease accept my condolences on the loss of your precious little girl Xx
sheila maddocks
May 14, 2014
Rest in Heaven Elizabeth little one we will all miss you, god has his arms open wide for you to lay in, watch us from above from your star, meet lee she will hold you close & be your loving friend forever, rest dear little Elizabeth until your family come to you one day in the future... Blessings never forgotten in life as in death, fly
Anne Senior
May 14, 2014
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