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Gabriel Anderson Obituary
GABRIEL LEE ANDERSON July 23, 2011 - December 5, 2011
Joyful son of Patrick and Alyson of Arlington, VA; grandson of John and Guiomar Anderson of Burke, VA; grandson of Paul and Colleen Sondrup of Burke, VA; great-grandson of William Lee Anderson, Jr. of Charlotte, NC; and great-grandson of Mildred Bylund of Fairfax Station, VA. He is also survived by his loving uncles and aunts, John and Reagan Anderson, Richard and Courtney Anderson, Matthew and Janelle Sondrup. Gabriel blessed the world for 19 weeks. He found joy in exploring his surroundings especially on walks about his Arlington View neighborhood. Gabriel was trusting and open. He touched the lives of strangers as much as friends. He was a parishioner of St. Thomas Moore Cathedral where he enjoyed "singing" hymns. He was strong and athletic, intensely curious, had a flirtatious smile and enjoyed laughter. Friends and relatives will gather at Murphy's Funeral Home of Arlington, 4510 Wilson Blvd. on December 12 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on December 13 at 2 p.m. at St. Thomas Moore Cathedral, 3901 Cathedral Lane, Arlington, VA 22203. In lieu of flowers, please honor Gabriel with a donation to INOVA Health Systems Foundation and designate the Child Life program.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gabriel Anderson
Stephanie Eberhart
December 4, 2020
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you as you honor and remember sweet Gabriel. I am sure he is watching over your whole family and blessing you. May his beautiful smile and warm memories fill your heart forever.
Mary and Michael Trotter
January 9, 2012
Aly and Patrick,
Thinking of you and your family with heartfelt sympathy. In this time of sorrow, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Trish Krider
January 9, 2012
Aly and Patrick,
Your sweet little boy will live on forever in the hearts of all who love him. Thank you so much for sharing his life in your on-line posts. He was obviously a very special little boy. Love to you both.
Melissa and Brad Catton
January 9, 2012
Aly and Patrick,
Gabriel is so lucky to have you as Mommy and Daddy. We can see from the photos and videos that he is so blessed and so loved. We really wish that we could have met him in person, but feel that we knew him through his joyful pictures and videos. We think of you everyday and are sending our thoughts, prayers and hugs to you!
Love you!
Barry Bylund
January 9, 2012
Aly & Pat,
Little Gabriel was such a joy. I loved holding him and looking into his eyes and tickling his feet on Thanksgiving. He holds a special place in my heart and I wish him well on his journey. My heart goes out to him and to you, his loving parents. Stay strong and know Gabriel was a special joy to all of us and always will be. God bless.
Laura Gardner
January 9, 2012
Although never having the chance to meet baby Gabriel, I feel that I had from pictures and postings. He brought so many people joy, and will be missed dearly.
Mike, Katie, & Brian Cipkala
January 9, 2012
Gabriel,
I loved your bright smile and your warm snuggles! It always made our day when your Mom & Dad sent pictures of you! We miss you and think of you (and your Mom & Dad) constantly.
Peter, Katie and Henry Larson
January 9, 2012
All the love in our hearts are with your family. Much Love
Brad & Kristina Tull
January 9, 2012
Aly & Pat
My family's heart goes out to you and your entire family. We hope that you find peace and purpose, to hold the love in your heart more strongly than the pain. Thank you for sharing his life online so that others could share it with you.
Richard and Courtney Anderson
January 9, 2012
Thoughts of little Gabriel warm my heart every day. Here's to vowing to keep his memory living on just as strong for a lifetime to come. Love you A&P!
Mike, Lindsay & Kate Rhoades
January 9, 2012
Though we never had a chance to meet sweet Gabriel, we know what a blessing he was to you and your families. What a precious boy....the very best angel Heaven has to watch over you. Always in our hearts and our prayers.
Jeremy and Kelly Krider
January 7, 2012
Alyson and Pat- thank you for sharing the love that Gabriel brought to this world with us. We love you, pray for you, and are with you. God bless you and the angel that you shared with the world. Thank you.
Janine Blanton
January 3, 2012
Patrick and Ally,
I have been thinking constantly about you both and your precious Little G. My heart goes out and although I was not there in person I send all the virtual and spiritual comfort I have. Peace be with you both. Now and forever we will always think of you and remember Gabriel.
Gerry Lederer
January 3, 2012
Patrick:
I think of your Gabriel often as that is the name of my son as well. I pray that you and your bride will find peace.
Matt Jordan
January 3, 2012
May you find strength in the knowledge that Gabriel is with all the angels of heaven. Please know that my family offers its prayers during this extremely difficult time.
Bernadette Charlton
December 24, 2011
Dear Aly and Patrick,
It is Christmas Eve. "Silent Night" plays in my heart ... as Gabriel Lee 'sleeps in heavenly peace.'
God bless you,
Bernadette
Bernadette Charlton
December 24, 2011
Dear Aly and Patrick,
It is Christmas Eve. "Silent Night" plays in my heart .... as Gabriel sleeps in heavenly peace.
God bless you,
Bernadette Charlton
Reverend Joe Sondrup
December 14, 2011
Aly and Patrick,
God sent you an Angel to be with you for a short while. Then God called him home because he needed him for something special. During his time with you you gave him Life, Love And Joy. God be with you at this time and always know that this Little Angel, Gabriel is watching over you both and will always be with you til you meet again.
All my Love and Prayers are with you both as well as with all your family.
God Bless You All,
With Love,
Uncle Joe Sondrup
Jackie Brizzi-Murray
December 14, 2011
Aly and Patrick,
My sincere condolences for your loss of your beautiful son Gabriel. I am so sad for you; my heart hurts for you both and your families. You will be in my prayers.
December 13, 2011
God has a new angel, but we are all hurting so. I'm sure he is loved as much as anyone could be loved. You have shown so much of God's grace in this terrible loss. Our deepest sympathy and hopeful prayers are with you. God bless you. Cyril and Sarah Yuergens
Patrick Eberhart
December 13, 2011
Dear Aly,
Please accept our condolences for your loss of your beautiful son Gabriel. Our prayers are with you and your husband Patrick and with your whole family. I am sorry that we just learned of the services today as we would have liked to be there to honor Gabriel's life and to give you our love and support.
With Sympathy,
Stephanie, Patrick and Natalie Eberhart
Julie Mammini
December 13, 2011
Dear Aly and Patrick you are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you both at this difficult time. Julie Mammini
Karen Clark Phelps
December 13, 2011
Words fail me utterly, my thoughts and prayers have been with you constantly.
Lisa Briseno
December 13, 2011
Aly and Patrick, You both are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.
Christina Wood
December 13, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort knowing that Gabriel is safe in the hand of God. You remain in my prayers; wishing you peace within and wisdom to know you are surrounded by light even when it feels dark.
Christa King
December 12, 2011
Aly and Patrick,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God bless you and your family.
Luci Herbert-Hansen
December 12, 2011
As a mother I know that you and your family were blessed with Gabriel, and forever will be.
Denise Evers
December 12, 2011
To Colleen and entire family,
My family sends you prayers and thoughts of comfort during this truly tragic time. May you all find solace in Gabriel's joyful life and the love and wonder he brought to you all. May he rest in peace in God's light.
Denise Evers
Nickie Whitney
December 12, 2011
"Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy." - Eskimo proverb
May God bless you during this time of heartbreak and may you find comfort in knowing your son is now one of His most beautiful angels.
Megan Prosch
December 12, 2011
Aly and Patrick,
I never had the opportunity to meet little Gabriel, but the joy and love he brought to you was so evident in the pictures you shared. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss and hope that you can feel all the love and support around you right now.
December 12, 2011
Aly,
Words cannot express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your Strength however is inspiring and encouraging; through your loss you are able to see the joys and blessings Gabriel gave and received. My prayers of strength and understanding go out to you and your family.
Bridget from Suite America
December 12, 2011
Dear Allison and Patrick,
Our hearts are broken for your loss. There is no doubt God needed an angel and chose the purest, sweetest little soul Gabriel. We've arranged a prayer mass honoring Gabriel's life at St. Veronica Catholic church. We pray every day that your pain will be replaced with the happy, blessed joy little Gabriel brought to this world and your life.
Love, Aunt Patti & family
Deb Young
December 11, 2011
Patrick and Aly, you are in my prayers. Heaven has another little angel and Gabriel is watching over you. God bless you and your family through this most difficult time. My sincerest condolences.
Juan Carlos Arias
December 11, 2011
Patrick and Ally, our thoughts and prayers are with you on this very sad time. Rest assured that God has an angel on his side and that is wonderful Gabriel smiling upon us from heaven. A big hug from Bertha, Luis Joel and myself.
December 11, 2011
Patrick and Ally, my condolences for your tremendous loss. May God bless you always. Milagros H. Morgan
Lauren Scoma-Panico
December 10, 2011
Patrick & Aly, I am so so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you every day.
From Lauren Scoma
Joan Carney
December 10, 2011
Allison and Patrick, I cry for your loss. It isn't fair that you should have such a short time with Gabriel. I know he is God's loving arms and I pray for you both that God will comfort you.
Kristi Sergent
December 10, 2011
Aly and Patrick,
I am sending prayers to you and your sweet angel. With deepest sympathies, Kristi
Becky Dimon
December 10, 2011
Oh, Aly, there are no words. Love and prayers for you during this time from me and Ruth.
Todd Rose
December 10, 2011
My sympathies.
Manuel Alvarez
December 10, 2011
Aly I hope you and your entire family find the peace in your hearts ASAP, our thoughs are with you in this very difficult moment,
Manuel and family.
Jen Simmons-Wilber
December 10, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May G-d watch over you and provide some comfort during this difficult time. Thinking of you and sending all my love. LnL, Jen
Robin Masten
December 10, 2011
Aly and Patrick,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. With heartfelt condolences, Jim and Robin
Amanda Gray
December 10, 2011
Aly and Patrick, My heart aches for your loss. May you find strength and peace and may your hearts be filled with warm memories of Gabriel's love. Rest in peace, sweet angel.
December 10, 2011
My thoughts are with you at this time of deep sorrow. Our Heavenly Father knows your pain. He will help you to cope and endure these difficult days.
Noelle Marshall
December 10, 2011
I'm deeply sorry for your loss. He touched so many hearts even from afar. He will be missed. God bless you and your family.
June&Roy&Jessie&Jani Holder
December 10, 2011
Our prayers to God happen every day to help you through this. Your son, Gabriel, brought such joy while he was on this earth. He is now wrapped in God's arms and bringing joy in heaven. May God's love wrap you in this hard to believe, time. We are so sorry for the loss of Gabriel and what you are feeling. Love, June, Roy, Jessie, and Jani
Melissa Lander
December 10, 2011
Aly and Patrick,
I am incredibly sorry for your loss. I wish there was anything I could do to minimize your pain
December 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve and Linda Wright
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