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Caitlin Query Obituary
Caitlin was born April 14, 2006, to Jason Howard (formerly of Mason City) and Sarah Leile Query, in Orlando, Fla.
Visitation with the family will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12, at the Cutler O'Neill Funeral Home in Council Bluffs.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at the Cutler O'Neill Funeral Home in Council Bluffs. A private burial will be held at Zion Congregational Church in Treynor.
Memorials may be designated in her name to: Caitlin Query Fund, c/o Treynor State Bank, Box A, Treynor, IA 51575.
Although the life story of Caitlin was rather short, the love that was showered upon this little angel by her mother and father, grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and other family members and friends spoke volumes for the influence of this little girl on those touched by her.
Caitlin is preceded in death by her great-grandfathers: Howard (Gene) Query, of Mason City; Henry Zach, of Grand Island, Neb.; Benny Volkens, of Treynor; and Howard Brinkman, of Texarkana, Texas.
Caitlin is survived by her parents: Jason and Sarah Query, of Treynor; grandparents, Howard and Mary Lou Query, of Mason City; David and Roberta (Volkens) Zach, of Treynor; and great-grandmothers, Lily Query of Mason City; Esther Volkens of Treynor; Gertrude Zach of Fremont, Neb.; great-grandparents, Betty Brinkman and Devoe Hedrick of Texarkana, Texas; uncle, Justin Howard Query, of Aurora, Ill.; aunts and uncles, Jessica and Tim Romans, of Rockwood, Tenn.; Cindy, Matthew and cousin Braden Zach of Des Moines; great aunts and uncles, Sam and Nancy Brinkman of Royse, Texas; Debra and John Wyatt of Tulsa, Okla.; Julie and Wayne Broome of Mason City; adopted aunt and uncle, Jane and Jim Reynolds, of Clear Lake; godparents, Hope and Rob Phillips, of Ocala, Fla., and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, great-aunts and uncles, and cousins who are scattered across the country.
Caitlin also leaves behind her beloved stuffed teddy bear, Dan, who has been there by her side keeping her company and protecting her since the day she'd been born. Although Dan was unable to help Caitlin fight her nine-month battle, he will stay behind to help protect and offer encouragement for Caitlin's mother and father.
Caitlin is no longer with us physically, but shall live on in our hearts and memories until we meet again.
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Memories and Condolences
for Caitlin Query
desirae powers
February 3, 2007
we are so sorry for your loss. my grandaughter would come home from school trying to keep update on baby then she came home with the sadness of the battle being over. may your heart heal and the love be felt that is offered from those you know and the hearts you have touched throughout this. god bless and be with you.
Sarah Mudd (Bliss)
January 16, 2007
Jason and Sarah,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter Caitlin. I can't begin to imagine your sorrow. I hope that the loving moments that you had with her will help you through the days, months and years ahead.
Bob & Bonnie
January 13, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and your families during this incredibly sad time. We'll always be grateful for the little time we shared with Caitlin this summer. She was such a fighter and is now at peace among God's beautiful little angels. May His loving presence always be with you and a source of healing for you.
Michelle French(Hertel)
January 12, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your little girl, I can't even imagine how hard this must be for you both. May god hold you both close to him as you grieve. I will be thinking of you.
Sherri Corrao
January 12, 2007
My condolences and prayers are with you and the family. Although I didn't know Caitlin or her parents, I did know how much her grandfather, Howard loved her.
Sherri Corrao
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Fred & Amanda
January 12, 2007
Sarah and Jason,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John 14:1-4
Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.
Tiffani Williams
January 12, 2007
I too work with Jessica Romans, Caitlin's aunt, and have heard about her since the day she was born. Jessica has shared this little girls story with me almost daily and I have been praying for her and her family ever since. I can still remember that precious picture of her with pigtails. Caitlin will be greatly loved and forever missed.
Cheryl Cheek
January 12, 2007
Jason and Sarah,
I'm glad I was able to meet Caitlin this past summer. She touched the hearts of many and made them stronger. May her memory live on forever and your pain lessen with time.
Rosemary and Kelsie Richards
January 12, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I pray that time will help you heal and remember the wonderful times you had with your little angel.
Amy Holben
January 12, 2007
Our entire family grieves with you, and have an understanding of what you must be going through. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always. Hold your memories close to your heart, and know that someday they will make you smile.
Stephanie and Paul Varner
January 12, 2007
Jason and Sarah:
Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
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Know that we are thinking of you, and saying prayers. We love and miss you guys very much. You are so strong, so amazing...Caitlin is very lucky to have a Mommy and a Daddy like you.
Thinking of you always...
The Mierz Family
January 12, 2007
We extend our deepest condolences to the Query family on the loss of their precious little angel.
Bill Johnston
January 12, 2007
We were so sorry to hear about Caitlin. Our thoughts are with both of you.
Bill and Shannon Johnston
Kathy Reed
January 12, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Tammy Gibson
January 12, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We felt like we knew Caitlin through working with Jessica.
Heather Robinette
January 12, 2007
Jason and Sarah,
We have kept up with Caitlin's courageous battle through Jessica. She is a coworker of mine. As a parent, I cannot fathom the decisions you have had to make and know that there are no words to ease your pain at this time. Please know that many prayers are being lifted up daily for your family. May God be with you always.
Powers
January 11, 2007
Our heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Our son's came home from school to tell us the news and I bursted into tears it touched very close to home. Just wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you and she is a very pretty angel who seemed to be very loved and truly special and one day you'll get to see her again and in your dreams she will be there watching over you.
Darby Milnor
January 11, 2007
I've just heard of the loss of your little angel Caitlen. Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that she has simply moved to a better place to be with our Father in Heaven.
I am a friend of Howard's in the Vintage VW circle.
Rob and Lois Grace
January 11, 2007
Words are hard to find right now. We ache for you, and are so very sorry. Know that you are always in our thoughts and prayers, and we love you very much.
Cassie Broome
January 11, 2007
Jason & Sarah~
You will never know how much I admire you both for the amazing strength and courage that you have shown throughout Caitlin's life. I hope if gives you some sort of peace to know that you were as much of a blessing to her as she was to you. I truly believe that God chose you specifically for His little angel because no one could have taken better care of her for Him than you. Know that I am thinking of you and praying for you both. Love you.
Braden
January 11, 2007
I didn’t get to spend much play time with you but I enjoyed the time we did have together. Save me a spot on the laps of Great-Grandpa Volkens and Great-Grandpa Zach for me.
Matthew and Cindy
January 11, 2007
We know we don't have the right words to ease your pain. All we can say is that we will be there for you.
We love you guys. And we love Caitlin.
Fred Stedtler
January 11, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes to the entire family at this time of loss.Words alone cannot express the sorrow you must feel at this time. May your strength come from your own faith and the help of friends and family.
John Henry
January 11, 2007
I heard this sad news from the CommonGear newslist where Howard is well known among VW hobbyists. Please accept my condolances and prayers at this difficult time.
Christina S.
January 11, 2007
Your daughter is now among the angels. The pain we feel here on this plane there are no words for, but know there is no pain and suffering where she is. I have never met you, but I too lost a very young child, and know how much it hurts. Time will never fully heal the hole in your heart, but it will ease the pain slowly.
Ron and Jan Elliott
January 11, 2007
Jason and Sarah and all the family
I know your hearts must be hurting but want you to know we are praying for you and will continue to do so. We plan to be at the service Saturday.
Kirk & Val
January 11, 2007
There is no greater loss. Your grief can only be known by those who have traveled your journey, and only imagined by the rest of us. We pray that you feel the comforting hand of God on your grieving hearts. That same hand is holding your sweet Caitlin, and blessing her with the love and the glory of the heavens.
Tammy Christensen
January 11, 2007
Jason and Sarah
There are not enough words that I could say to tell you both how very sorry I am for Caitlins passing. Having lost my baby girl at birth 6 years ago, I know the extreme pain that both of you are feeling right now. Caitlin was a beautiful girl, who in her short life, has broughten our family closer together. For that I am grateful. I know that Caitlin and Sierra are safe and happy playing together in God's Garden. I am here for you now and forever. I love you both, Your cousin.
Pat Lenning
January 11, 2007
Jason and Sarah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace in your memories, strength and support from your family and love from each other.
Julie Broome
January 11, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child.Our thoughts and prayers are forever with you. She is our beautiful little angel. And we love her so very much. God bless all of you.
Brent Henke
January 11, 2007
Jason and Sarah,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Caitlin. I am glad I got a chance to visit with you and see Caitlin while I was home. I will be keeping you and your families in my prayers.
Sandy McKee
January 11, 2007
While no words of mine can ease your loss, I wanted you to know that my heartfelt symphony is with all of you at this sad time.
Jamie Case
January 11, 2007
Jason and Sarah,
I am so very sorry for your loss. She is such a beautiful little girl who will never be forgotten. I know she is up in heaven keeping my neice Sierra company. They are going to be the best of friends. Please take care the best that you can and know that your in my thoughts and prayers. I love you both.
Ed & Linda Karmann
January 11, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jason & Sarah, and your family during this difficult time. Caitlin's story and short life has touched many. We are so sorry for your loss.
Rose Large
January 11, 2007
Dear Sarah & Jason, my heart (and tears) go out to you in your time of loss. Baby Caitlin's battle is behind her now, may you find comfort in that knowledge. She will have all the other baby angels to play with until you see her again.
Angel
January 11, 2007
Heaven will be a much more beautiful place now that our little angel, Caitlin, is there. May God watch over you until you meet with her again.
Lisa Putnam
January 11, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter, Caitlin. My daugher took care of Caitlin in the hospital and spoke of the strength and devotion of your family, as well as the strength and courage of Caitlin. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Goforth
January 11, 2007
I have never met you, just want the parents/family to know your in my thoughts and prayers, and Caitlin is a beautiful angel and will always be watching over you till you meet again. My deepest sympathy.
David and Kim Enoch
January 11, 2007
Caitlin is a special angel. She will live with you all forever. You are in our prayers and we hope that you can feel God's love and ours.
Sincerely,
Pam Nye
January 11, 2007
Dear Howard and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a very beautiful child.
I lost my son 2 years ago and understand what you are going through.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paula Laures
January 11, 2007
We never met Caitlin but we felt we knew her. She was such a fighter & touched a lot of lives in 9 months. We will continue to pray for your family and hope her memories will comfort you.
Love,
Paula, Paul, Marlee, Meg & Nicholas Laures
Tim Slowikowski
January 11, 2007
My best to the Query family in this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
Erin Mass
January 11, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss; my heart is just breaking for you right now. I hope that in time you find peace and know that someday you will be with your little angel again.
Liz Tusler
January 10, 2007
My families thoughts and prayers are with all of your family at this time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Cathy Frels
January 10, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. She was adorable and will sadly be missed by all she touched!
Rhonda Prelip
January 10, 2007
Words cannot say enough to express my deepest sympathy. Caitlin was a beautiful little girl and my thoughts are with your family.
Patti Bellman
January 10, 2007
My deepest sympathy.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Patti Bellman
Carole Query
January 10, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. In May, I lost my grandson who was 4 days old, Ricky Matthew Query. My prayers are with you.
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