William David Romans
Today I received a call I never thought I would get in a million years. Williams father called me to let me know that Will had passed away this morning unexpectedly due to cold & flu like symptoms. My heart sunk into my throat and the tears began to roll down my cheeks. I just saw Will September 23rd for his 9 month session. I've been photographing William since last December 2008 and every 3 months since then. It's so hard to believe that he is gone. Will was such a light into so many lives. His smile and giggle could light up the room and I know that he will be missed by so many, including myself. I feel so honored that David & Jaimi asked me to create a collage of our last 4 sessions together for his funeral. As you can see below, his face just makes you want to smile! My heartfelt prayers go out to the Romans family. I know William's smile and the light that he shared in his 9 short months of life will be forever treasured by all who loved him dearly...
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I can't help the tears from falling. I'm so very sorry to hear of this family's loss. My prayers will be with them in the weeks, days and minutes ahead.
What an honor Jessica to be a part of his memory.
My eyes teared up as I read this. I can not imagine the pain that this family is in. My heart goes out to them and I pray that God, or whoever they turn to, is there to give them strength and get them through this time.
I cannot imagine the heartbreak William's family is experiencing. My heart and prayers go out to them.
Reading this brought tears to my eyes. I can't even imagine what this family must be going through. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Thinking of this family... I can't imagine their heartbreak.
My prayers are with the Romans family in this time of great sadness and loss. Your pictures are a beautiful tribute to a wonderful little person.
May you rest peacefully in God's hands, little William.
I am so sorry for the Roman's family. It is heartbreakingly sad to hear of the passing of any sweet baby..
I hope they have the support and love that they need right now, and I hope they hold tight to all of the memories they have with their sweet child.
I am so sorry to Will's family. What a tremendous loss.
Jaimi and I want to thank each of you for these kind words. I keep coming back here to read your comments over and over as they comfort and help ease the pain. Jessica, we can't thank you enough for being a part of William's life. You captured the beauty of his essence for posterity and there won't be a day that passes for the rest of my life that i don't look in awe and admiration at the pictures you took of our beautiful baby boy. Thank you Jessica and thank you all.
God Bless,
David Romans
Wow what a blessing to Dave and Jaimi these photos are! You do an amazing job and were able to capture little Will's personality in the photos...
the college turned out beautifully!
What a beautiful baby boy. We too lost our beautiful healthy boy at 11 months, just before his birthday. Today we are celebrating our new baby's first birthday. It is unbelievable, but life moves on and though it isn't any less sad, it isn't as hard anymore.
May God bless you always.
~A mother who hurts for you
What a beautiful, precious baby boy...I'm so sorry for your loss... Although life must go on and be lived to the fullest, I found comfort in knowing that each day I am once day closer to seeing my loved one again!
God Bless You!
What a beautiful boy... And Jessica, what a gift you've given his family to be able to see and treasure forever. My heart just aches for William's family; I miss him for you. He looks so loved, doesn't he? I am so sorry you weren't given more time with such a sweet little boy.
I know I am quite late in commenting, but I have been thinking about this cutie and his family ever since you posted. I remembered having seen the previous photos and I always thought he was beyond adorable. To his family, I am so sorry for your loss, I simply cannot imagine going through something like this. My thoughts are with you.
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