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This Website is in honour of the Howard family. Updated news & information will be included on here, as is appropriate and necessary. Please share your thoughts & prayers with the family to help support them during this difficult time.
As of Thursday, August 16, 2007
Caleb, 7: MIRACLES HAPPEN!!! Thank you for your continued prayers!!! They are working!!! Caleb has improved substantialy. He remembers things before the accident and events after. All body parts are moving. He began to speak words and small phrases. His arm cast has been removed and his leg cast is expected to come off next tuesday. Although he is still hospitalized, he has been able to spend a couple of nights at home. What a joy that has been.
As of Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Caleb, 7: Moved out of the ICU and is in stable condition. Due to his head injury there is some brain damage. His eyes are open and understands and responds to simple commands. There are great hopes for some level of recovery. How far he can recover is still unknown.
As of Tuesday, July 10 @ 3 p.m.
Rachel, 13: Discharged from Primary Children's on Tuesday, July 3, and went to her home in Huntsville. She is very happy to be back at home! She was removed from the Pediatric ICU morning of June 30. On July 1 she took her first walk down the halls of Primary Children's Hospital, and enjoyed a wheelchair ride back to her room from her dad.
Caleb, 7: Remains in intensive care at Primary Children's, and in critical condition. On Friday, July 6, he had a successful leg reconstruction surgery, and today (July 10th) began being slowly taken off of the sedatives.
Esther, 8: Pronounced dead on Friday, June 29, and taken off life support the morning of Saturday, June 30.
Janine (Mother), 39: Pronounced dead at the scene
Mathew, 11: Pronounced dead at the scene
John DeVores, 19: Was not traveling with the family
Ben (Father), 40: Was not traveling with the family
“We would like to thank the community for the outpouring of love and support shown to our family at this time. Thank your for your prayers, kind words, and messages.
“In tragedy there is opportunity for greatness. Our children have been our greatest blessing and now they have the opportunity to be a blessing to others. Esther Hope Howard has now become the hope for other families as our family is participating in organ donation. We are deeply grateful for the blood donations that were used for each of the children who received care. It is our Hope to encourage others to give the gift of life by giving blood and supporting organ donation.
“The family is self-employed and is not covered by medical insurance. Those who would like to provide a gift of financial support may contact Washington Mutual, Howard Family Relief Fund."
Date: | Saturday, July 7th, 2007 |
Location: |
Middleton Ward Building 277 S. 7400 E. Huntsville, UT 84317 Google Map |
Schedule: | 10:00 - 12:00 Viewing 1:00 Funeral Service |
34 comments:
My parents, Keith and I will be there. We are driving up to UT Thurs. and will return to Ca. on Monday.
Stacey Millett
Tony, Sara, TJ, and Michael will be there
I hope to be there with Riley.
AW
3 Fuhriman's, Nate, Janelle and Bart, will be there
Joy & LaMar are flying up, Friday thru Monday and probably staying with Amanda's in-laws in South Jordan. Amanda is flying up from San Jose, Thursday thru Monday. Zachary, Charity and her husband Gosvani are driving up Friday and returning Sunday afternoon and probably staying with family/friends. Andy & Melody are off to Hawaii for two weeks and make their apologies and send their love. Amber really wanted to come, but just can't arrange it.
Greg and Kaye Nickell will be coming to the services.
Greg and Kaye are planning on attending the services.
Thane, Wendy, & Ethan Nelson are planning to attend the services. Trevor has been notified and they are praying for your family at the MTC.
John and Cathleen Mason plan to attend the viewing. We were there on the scene of the accident.
Dear Ben and family - just want you to know the neighborhood is keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. As I get any news, from the blog or from Deborah, I'm keeping the others posted. We still consider your family our neighbors. - Carol Pohorenec
Howard Family,
Once again, this is Stephanie from Hurst Hills(I went to Elementary school with your daughter in 5th and 6th grade. In 5th grade you nicknamed me Sheniqua on our Field Trip to Amon Carter Museum). I would love to come pay dues to your lost loved ones, but I am afraid I can't. I would also love to talk to Rachel and see her. I will send her a card for sure. I am also sending you another comment to let you know that this has shocked me and that the whole Hurst Hills family and PTA is behind you. In fact, they let everybody know of this event and sent out e-mails. I hope that Rachel and Caleb are getting better.
With love,
Stephanie (nicknamed Shaniqua by Mr. Howard)
Hurst Hills
Dear Ben,
I'll be there with you on Saturday and always.
Your friend,
Steve Parkins
The Kilgore family will be attending with 5 people. Ben, Rachel and Caleb continue to be in our thoughts and prayers daily. We love you and will be there to help in anyway we can.
Love,
Kay Kilgore
Ben, We are friends of your parents. We have known them since we were kids in So. Calif. We know you have been born (and taught) by goodly parents -- so as tough as this is, we have faith that you will get through this. All of your life, they have been preparing you for the trials that were to come to you. I'm sure they never thought of this one though. But you HAVE been taught -- so lean on the Lord and let him carry you through this.
Gary & I plan to attend the funeral and visit for a few minutes with you and your parents.
~~ Charlene Cobabe
wmbwinn@yahoo.com
TX/AR doc in NE
email me and I will send you additional contact information in regular email.
Glad to speak with you on the phone. Very happy Rachel is out of the hospital and doing well. Your friend, WBW
my gosh, bless you guys.
i wish i could attend the funeral.
<3
chanell heeter
Ben, Joe and I will be there in spirit, but cannot unfortunately make the trip right now. Please know that you and your family are very much in our thoughts and prayers. We want to send flowers--can you please let us know where to send them to? You can email me at faith(dot)stencel(at)gmail(dot)com.
Ben, I have been out of town for the past week and just heard the sad news. I am so sorry. I will be there Saturday to add my support. I will also notify others at WesTech. You are in my prayers.
Greg
Rachel,
I am so incredibly sad and sorry for your profound loss. I am praying for you and your family and I know that your mom, Ester, and Mathew are in the Lord's hands, watching over you.
Love you, Honey.
Your 5th Grade Teacher,
Mrs. Boyer
We will be attending. I'm not sure if my dad is going to be able to make it or not.
Jared Wright
My wife and I will be in attendance.
Bob Larson
I will be in attendance.
Love,
Susie Ose
Ben,
Jacob sent me this link and I'm so very sorry for your loss. If I could attend the funeral I would. I have good memories of your family when you lived here in TX. My heart aches with you and my prayers go out to you, Rachel and Caleb.
-Kristen (Edwards) Soller
The McEntires (3) and the Wardleys(5) and the Fletchers (2) are planning on being there.
May God Bless you!
Chuck, Debbie, and Morgan, from the Saginaw Ward in Texas, are planning to attend the services.
With heartfelt love and support,
Debbie Bartosek
Ben, Rachel, & Caleb,
Unfortunately, we will not be able to attend the funeral services, but you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of your family when you were in the River Trails Ward in Texas!
May God comfort you by His Spirit and strengthen you through the tender mercies of the Lord.
Natalie & Simon Guerrero
I wanted to let you know that we will be flying in on Fri to attend Sat. There will be 3 coming.
I have been in friends with Janine for the last 12 years and I want to be there. Our kids played together and had fun at camps together. I loved them alot.
Angel & John Nibarger
Hurst 1st Ward, Tx
Add 2 more in attendance
Ben,
We continue to pray for you and your family. Bette Ann and I will be at the funeral.
Love, Mark Hatch
ben, jerry and i will be attending. please let us know if there is anything we can do. we love you. jerry and debra
the barton family(4)is planning on attending
Rachel, oh honey, I'm thinking about you and so is Halsey! We love you and want you to know that. You are a special and wonderful girl! I am sure Heavenly Father is right there beside you. Don't be afraid. Death is just like going into another room where family and friends are waiting for you who love you. You are dearly loved, Rachel. I hope you know I won't forget you and your family. Love, Tami Poteet, Texas
Rachel
I am so sorry for your losse I am keeping your family in my prayers and I love you Rachel
Dominque Ricks
5th and 6th grade hurst hills
feel free to call me anytime
817-500-2311
or 682-564=6844
Good post.
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