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Tanner Bertauche Obituary
BERTAUCHE
It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of our son Tanner. Tanner was born on July 8, 2005 at Renown Medical Center and passed into God's arms November 17, 2009 at Children's Hospital in Oakland, CA after a long battle with a rare histiocytosis disorder called Juvenile Xanthogranuloma. Our angel on earth is now our angel in heaven. Tanner is survived by his parents Wendy and Alexis, two brothers KJ and Bodie as well as his loving grandparents, uncles and great grandparents.
Tanner lived an inspired life never letting his illness get in the way of his spirit that affected everyone who met our angel. Over the course of his illness Tanner converted many strangers into friends and inspired his doctors and nurses with hope and faith as he fought bravely and without complaints against a disease that has no established treatment protocol. Tanner always found a way to bring a smile to our faces.
Our family would like to thank the Reno community for their generous support over the past year and a half. We also want to thank the doctors, nurses, and social workers at Children's Hospital Oakland, Renown Medical Center, Saint Mary's and Lucille Packard's Children Hospital at Stanford for the exceptional care of Tanner as well their belief in our son.
There will be a celebration of Tanner's life at Our Lady of the Snows church in Reno on Friday, December 4th starting with a tribute at 1 p.m. followed by a memorial mass at 2 p.m. with a reception at the parish center following the mass. All are welcome to come celebrate the life of Tanner Bertauche. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Tanner Bertauche Medical Fund at any Wells Fargo Bank location. This fund will become the seed for The Tanner's Moon Foundation to help other families who are fighting histiocytosis.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tanner Bertauche
Angel Kennedy
December 17, 2009
Wendy and Alexis, I am so saddened to hear of the passing of your beautiful boy. Tanner was such a joy from his toddling in the hallway to pick out a movie to his sweet little "no" when we needed him to do something. I never expected him to have to endure all that he did especially on that first day when we were baffled because he barely seemed sick. I always enjoyed your company and know the sacrifices you all have had to keep a normal life for your entire family. I will always remember Tanners sweet face and big beautiful eyes and am glad to have shared a moment in his life. All my prayers to your entire family.
Jane McNamara
December 3, 2009
Wendy and Alexis,
It is with great sadness that I read the news about your precious boy, Tanner. Losing a child myself, I know this is a most difficult time for you. I will keep your family in my thoughts.
November 29, 2009
My son Kevin called me to pray for Tanner and his family, when Lynne was taking Wendy to the Oakland Children's hospital.
We also prayed for all of you at Mass on Saturday here in Mexico...
I did not know Tanner or his family but
I was very touched and moved by this little guy fighting for his life.
May God bless you all.
Maggy Murray
Colleen Wozniak
November 27, 2009
Wendy and Alexis,
It was my pleasure to have worked with Tanner the little bit that I did. It has been a privelege knowing your family from playing softball as well as through this journey. Ours is a Christian family and we will continue to hold all of you in our hearts and prayers in the days and months to come. Thinking of Tanner's smile makes me smile too. "For God shall send his angels to guard you and watch over you in all you do." PS 91:11.
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Kathy Bohall
November 25, 2009
A child who loses his parents is called an orphan, a woman/man who loses her/his spouse is called a widow/widower; there isn't a word for a parent who loses a child because there are not enough words to describe the grief. My heart aches for you.
Sincerely,
Kathy Bohall, member
Moms Club of Reno
Dawn
November 25, 2009
Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD ,
“plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
This verse was hand stiched and framed by a church lady where we had our 3-month old son's funeral 15-years ago.
I also have followed your son's journey through life. Although our son passed also at a young age, he passed peacefully from SIDS and never suffered.
It is a heartbreak lasting forever and I can not even know how much more your hearts break for your sick son.
I was mad and angry for so many years and you may be also. You have a right to ask "why my child". The million of us who do will never know until we meet them at the gates of Heaven.
When I lost my beloved grandma I can not explaine the happiness I felt inside knowing she will be there with Brandon and my grandpa. I could almost picture it and it helped me cope with her loss.
There is no timeline with grief and as a family will process the grief differently.
The emptiness will always remain, but the pain will not be so heavy. You will never forget as I and many others never will.
15-yrs later I still have a heavy heart for anyone who looses a child. We are not suppose to bury our children.
I am sorry for your loss
Mr. & Mrs. White
November 25, 2009
Dear Family Of Tanner,
Please accept our deepest sympathy, Know that others are thinking of you at this hardest of all times.
God has promised to give the strength we need to endure &
He understands
Nahum 1:7
Most Respectfully
Bridgette Barrett-Wade
November 24, 2009
I've followed Tanners story since I lived in Reno, I've since moved to California. I stay current with the Reno News via internet. I was so sad to see that Tanner didn't make it. My prayers are with you. Little Tanner was one brave and tuff lil cookie, wasn't he.
Karen Adamovich
November 24, 2009
Beautiful child, beautiful family. Our hearts are with you.
Terrie Elgin
November 24, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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