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4/1/2012

I could not have said it better than Zeppo:

Dear Friends and Family,

I regret to announce that today, approximately 45 minutes ago (12:26), Zoë Faye Young passed. It brings me great comfort knowing that she was laying in our bed at our home and went peacefully. At the end, she opened her eyes a few times and could see her mommy and daddy, she could hear our voices telling her stories and feel our fingers running over the hairs on her head. Thank God she may finally rest in peace.

55 Comments

Connie

4/1/2012 02:37:00 am

There is a saying "Everytime you here a bell, an angel gets their wings." Everyone Zoe has touched will be listenting for her bell.

HELEN ESPOSITO

4/1/2012 04:31:28 am

This is true and i cannot believe it because around that time i heard bells. it was a ring tone on my phone.. rip our lil angel

Leslie

4/1/2012 07:36:27 am

My prayers are with Zoe and her family. May you find great comfort in knowing how many lives Zoe has touched in her 5 short months. Cancer Sucks. God Bless!!

Pam Venini

4/1/2012 02:37:31 am

R.I.P. Zoe... God Bless you.. Zoe touch sooo many lives & changed some too.. Thank you for sharing Zoe with us & making me myself appreciate my life more & the people in it.. She truly is an Angel & in her short life changed many... People can't do that in a lifetime... May she now be pain free & she will be looking over all of you & know what amazing parents she was lucky enough to have.. She truly is an Angel... ♥

Elaina Brown

4/1/2012 02:59:45 am

I can't say it any better than Pam. Fly with the angels baby girl. No more pain.

Judy Ebersole

4/1/2012 03:00:30 am

Thank you for sharing her with us.She is truely an angel. You are right she is no longer in pain and can be at peace. Her beautiful eyes will shine at night like stars for us all.. She is following a different light now one she can walk with the Lord in heaven with out pain.

Sylvia

4/1/2012 03:01:21 am

My deepest sympathies to you all. Zoë touched so many lives. Thank you for sharing her story with us.

Jenna

4/1/2012 03:20:29 am

I am truly sorry to hear this. My condolences. I have no words.

Another Mom

4/1/2012 03:21:03 am

My son has known Seth since they were 5-6 years old. Our family sends love and prayers to you and yours. I also send you a little joyful noise..

BABY GIRL – ZOË’S LULLABY

Baby Girl
I’m watching the sun rise
Baby Girl
Can’t help but wonder why
They need another star in the heavens
A new angel to take flight
Why you couldn’t stay a little longer
When I’ll love you all my life

Baby Girl
You’ve touched the hearts of strangers
Baby Girl
With your spirit and your smiles
You’ve shared so many lessons
In such a little while
Sweet Baby Girl

I’ll thank God for the gift of you
Even the heartfelt journey we’ve been through
And when I bow my head to pray
I’ll tell you all about my day
Then when I finally close my eyes
I’ll sing you this simple lullaby

Baby Girl
May you always be wrapped in love
Baby Girl
From this world and up above
Don’t believe this is good-bye
So I’ll just say…...Fly……
Sweet Baby Girl fly……
Sweet Baby fly……
Oh Baby Girl fly……
No longer afraid to let you go
But oh Baby Girl I love you so
So…...Fly……
Sweet Baby Girl fly……
Sweet Baby fly……
Oh Baby Girl fly……

Debra Cook link

4/1/2012 03:23:58 am

May your little ANGEl fly among the best as there are many gone way to soon....My heart aches for you and no words can express my the sorrow of your loss....RIP Sweet Baby Girl ZOE

Jen

4/1/2012 03:27:34 am

I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. RIP beautiful Zoe. As they've said above, fly and be free from all the pain. I will light a candle for her this evening and my thoughts and prayers are going out to you all. Hugs and blessings and much sympathy.

Patti and David Joubert

4/1/2012 03:58:23 am

Laura, Zeppo and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Aunt Jean has forwarded all the messsages to us these last few months and our prayers have been with you. Your strength has inspired me and thank you for sharing your little girl with so many. She is truly with the angels now.

Barbara and Bob Greenlee

4/1/2012 04:05:07 am

Laura and Zeppo
There are no words to express our sorrow. Zoe and her story touched the hearts of people all over the world. I pray you both find some peace knowing Zoe was loved by all.

Michelle

4/1/2012 04:09:43 am

May zoe fly high with the angels and rest easy now.
I never meant the sweet angel, but Zoe and her parents have changed my life in a way they will never know.
they taught me strength, courage, living through fear, never give up and most importantly never take a moment of my life for granted.
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers

Carylanne Joubert

4/1/2012 04:19:03 am

To Laura and Zeppo,
All of my love, thoughts and prayers are with you today. Zoë was such a sweet, and beautiful little girl, and she has given me a new found strength because I know if she can fight as hard as she did, I know I can too. And though she left this world way too soon, at least she is at peace and she will always know that her life, though short, was full of the love and care of her amazing parents, as well as the love of everyone else who saw her sweet face.

HELEN ESPOSITO

4/1/2012 04:25:56 am

I am so sorry for the loss of you're little girl Zoe. i have been following her since the beginning. My heart is sadden by the news, know one thing she is at peace now and your lil angel. i know there arent words that anyone can say to comfort you.. i will lit a candle as i did for baby Wes. His candle has been burning since he passed away. i have not burned it out.. ((((Hugs))) to you and your family..

Lillian Niedzwiadek

4/1/2012 04:29:00 am

Your beautiful daughters story has humbled me. Zoe has touched my heart and for that I thank you. We all get caught up in the everyday stresses of our lives and we take life for granted. Her story and now legacy has forever changed me. I will hold my children tighter and thank God for them. Thank you Zoe for opening my eyes. Life is precious. Thank you for reminding me. Enjoy your wings babygirl.

Diana fashjian

4/1/2012 04:48:39 am

I wish I could offer more than words of condolence. I've never met any of you-yet I have had you all in my thoughts and prayers through your ordeal. My heart aches for you as a mother, yet as a mother I feel peace that Zoe is not suffering any more. I wish you strength and peace and beautiful memories of Zoe's short time on this earth. She is now a beautiful star in the sky, shining down on you both, and smiling.

Lora Roy

4/1/2012 04:55:24 am

Love to you all!

tamara bellard

4/1/2012 05:14:44 am

Love to your whole family, r.I.p. beautiful baby girl

alicia thatcher

4/1/2012 05:57:01 am

I am so sorry for your loss :( i have no words 2 express my sympathy. Losing a child is as hard as hard gets. May you both stay strong through this difficult time and live on through zoe's memory

debra mcdonald

4/1/2012 06:05:43 am

my thoughts and prayers r with u. i to lost my only child to hodgkins lyphoma . god allowed us to have him for 31 yrs. may grace n mercy be yours. cancer sucks.

Liz Roland

4/1/2012 06:19:31 am

Fly Zoe, fly! Your heart lives on among us all.

Amy & Justin Dame

4/1/2012 06:20:11 am

Laura, Zeppo, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She is suffering no more and now with so many others young and old that Jesus has called home before us. Our hearts are with you and thank you for sharing your little girl with us.

Marilyn

4/1/2012 06:34:58 am

God Bless you and your family. Zoe is Heaven's newest angel, may you find peace in the love and support of your family.

Darlene & Jay Dame

4/1/2012 06:35:03 am

Dear Laura, Zeppo, Colleen, Dan, and Family,
Our deepest sympathies are with you all. You have all given us such a gift over the past months in sharing Zoe and her brave battle over the enemy that raged in her little body. It has been a blessing to us as we have prayed for all of you in these hard weeks and months that has been the battle for Zoe. I spent a long time early this am looking at all her pictures and could not help but invision the great love you were lavishing her with in those moments and past days. Our prayers will continue to go up for your hurting hearts but mingled with prayers of thanks that we have the gracious gift of knowing a special little Warrior named Zoe. We love you! Jay and Darlene

Kristy

4/1/2012 06:50:12 am

Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. May it ease the pain just for a moment to know Zoe has begun her journey now, she is in a place that is more beautiful then anything we could ever imagine. You will always have a beautiful angel with you always.

Laura Keller

4/1/2012 06:50:39 am

I came across your family's story on the October 2011 BabyCenter birth board. Since then, I have followed your updates, which I find sad, insightful and beautiful at the same time.

My first baby was born 10/4, only a few weeks before Zoe. I can't express how sorry I am to hear of Zoe's passing. Since reading about your plight, I feel connected differently to my daughter Audrey. At any point I get somewhat impatient or want to check my phone, etc. I think about Zoe and I give Audrey extra hugs and kisses. I appreciate her more than before.

My thoughts and prayers are with you both - I know Zoe is in a better place and I imagine she can't wait to see you again.

-Laura

Sara

4/1/2012 06:51:42 am

Deepest sympathies to you and your family. Thank you so much for sharing Zoe's sweetness and inspiring us all. You all are truly some of the most amazing people I know. Lots of Love

Alyssa

4/1/2012 06:54:28 am

Rest in peace beautiful baby girl, you will forever be in everyone's hearts. Please watch over your family and bring them peace as they go through this tough time. Sleep well baby angel you will always be an inspiration <3

Jim, Kim, Brittany & Jordan

4/1/2012 06:56:43 am

Laura & Zeppo,
Our deepest sympathies are with you.. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with with us all. Zoe has touched so many of us .. And she is not suffering anymore. You have tought me strength in so many ways.. Thank you so much!! And god bless to you all Love you !!!

becky griffin klawuhn

4/1/2012 07:30:07 am

I've been fallowing Zoës story. Your family has touched my heart and many others as well. It warms my heart to see just how loved she is. your family is so brave. She is with the angels where she belongs...safe and loved.

Stephanie

4/1/2012 08:33:51 am

I am so sorry for your loss but I thank you for sharing baby Zoe with us. She has touched my life in ways words can't explain...fly baby Zoe, fly with the angels baby girl. Heaven has a new angel to watch over you....

Travis & Michelle Dickey

4/1/2012 09:06:41 am

Zoe touched so many people. She was and will continue to be an inspiration to all of us. May she rest with the angels of heaven, and you are always in our thoughts and prayers....

Paula

4/1/2012 09:10:10 am

Fight on with the angels Little Warrior - you will be forever in our hearts - Laura, Zeppo and Family I give you a piece of my heart may it cushion your path as the little one's journey continues on its own path.

Monique Salvas

4/1/2012 09:33:46 am

Rest in peace little angel. Though I've never met you, you've touch my life profoundly. You've reminded me not to take life or the people in it for granted and to cherish every moment. Thank you little one, and thank you to your mommy and daddy for sharing your story with us. Thoughts and prayers to Zoe's family...

Michele C. link

4/1/2012 09:41:14 am

Dear Zoe - hopefully by now you've found Sofie, another perfect girl who just wasn't allowed to be on this Earth for very long. Zoe, I found your mama's blog through a friend who has the same relationship with you that I had with Sofie's mama, and I had to reach out. There are no words that can comfort, nothing that can erase the pain, the heartache. I simply send love. Love of your family, friends, and people around the world touched by Zoe's life and her presence in this world and beyond. Thoughts and prayers to you all.

Tina Sarty link

4/1/2012 10:05:04 am

My thoughts and prayers go out to Zoe's Mommy and Daddy and all those who have been affected by her passing. I did not personally know Zoe nor do I know her Mom and/or Dad but have read her inspiring story for quite some time now. You all have been such an inspiration to me (another cancer victim). HEAVEN HAS GAINED ANOTHER PRECIOUS LITTLE ANGEL...R.I.P. ZOE <3

Erin

4/1/2012 10:06:22 am

Your story has touched my heart in ways that I can't even begin to tell you. Your story has made me hug and kiss my children a little bit tighter every day. Thank you for sharing this journey with everyone. May Zoe sleep in peace and fly free of pain.

Christianne Joubert

4/1/2012 10:15:32 am

To Laura and Zeppo,

My prayers go to you and to Zoe. She has touched my life as have you, because the both of you are so STRONG. Zoe left this world way too soon, but she was at peace and she knows she was loved, more so than I think any other little girl. My love goes to the both of you. God Bless.

Danielle Morin

4/1/2012 10:31:30 am

I have a friend on Facebook who posted the memorial youtube video of your beautiful daughter Zoe. I was immediately drawn to her, even though I knew I would cry my eyes out. Please know that I am praying for her and you. I send my heartfelt condolences. I believe that one day she was sitting with God, and God showed her this life. A life that would only last 5 months, with all the pain she would have to endure. And that special angel choose this life and said yes to God...and most importantly she said yes to enduring everything she went through with you. She choose you as her parents. How very blessed you are. My God be with you all.

Cindy King

4/1/2012 11:36:11 am

I am so sorry to hear about Zoe. I will be praying for you and your family during this time. My condolences.

Kim

4/1/2012 01:43:41 pm

I personally don't know you, but heard of your story through a relative of yours and Facebook. Last night I went to mass with my sister-in-law and our families. After mass we said to each other that we had offered that mass and all our prayers out to Zoe. As mothers we have not been able to get you and your sweet baby girl out of our minds. I hope you both find comfort in knowing how many lives your journey has touched, you have certainly touched ours. It's amazing how someone so young could teach us so much. Your angel here on earth is now flying with the angels above. My deepest sympathies to the both of you and your families. You're incredible parents, thank you for letting us into your hearts and sharing your story.

Tina

4/1/2012 08:53:32 pm

first may i say im so sorry for your loss. I grew up with your Zoe's grandparents I have been following your little girls heroic fight since my two girls told me about it. Thank you for sharing her life with so many people. I will never again look at lifes struggles the same way.What always seemed like unsurmountable life struggles seem so trivial compared to what your family as endured over the last few months. Every time I see your sweet baby girls face I think of how strong you all are and how blessed you are to have had such a wonderfull little girl. My heart goes out to you all. I will never look at life the same as I do after sharing your baby girls story. Shakespear was right SO LITTLE BUT SO FIERCE! Thank you for sharing you baby girl with us all

Dena Mourtos

4/1/2012 09:12:51 pm

Laura and Zeppo,

Words cannot begin to express the pain I feel for you both and your loss. She was a little fighter and inspired me everyday. My thoughts and prayers will forever be with you both and Zoe. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Though she is no longer her on earth, she will always be with you. All my love and thoughts, Dena

4/1/2012 09:26:03 pm

Please accept my condolences. May God provide you with the comfort you need at this time.

Hang Nguyen

4/1/2012 10:29:54 pm

Sorry to heard Zoe passed. She was a Beautiful Little Angel!
I personally don't know you but I had been follow your posts (from DLA troop support) about a month or so but your little girl's stories had touch my heart...I had 3 childrenI will praying for You and your Family and hope you find strength and comfort to go through this difficult time. Sorry!

Shanna

4/1/2012 10:47:18 pm

Laura (& Zeppo) thank you for sharing your story publicly. Your bravery, strength, and optimism is admirable, you are certainly an inspiration to parents everywhere. If you have touched just one person out there, then your tragedy has done wonders. Thank you, thank you again! May Zoe rest in God's hands. :)

Linda

4/2/2012 12:54:30 am

I also don't know you or your family but have been following Zoe's life through my daughter who went to school with Laura. I wish you blessed thoughts of your baby girl and know that she is in a better place. I will continue to pray for Zoe and her family.

Susan Caso-Bolnick

4/2/2012 03:05:42 am

Laura, Zeppo and family, Sending a hug with heartfelt deepest sympathy and prayers in the loss of your beautiful daughter Zoe. May you find comfort in knowing that you have touched many lives and that your eternal love for her will always keep your baby girl with you. May God bless you all.

colleen taborda

4/2/2012 06:59:44 am

To Laura and family: please except my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your little angel Zoe.

Sandie Bock

4/2/2012 10:25:56 am

I have been so touched by the way Laura and Zeppo have shared their daughter, Zoe, with the rest of us. They shared their journey and Zoe's journey.
Zoe is so lucky to have had parents so loving that they were able to share lessons of love, life and how to face fear. These parents loved Zoe so much that they were able to allow her to fly free.
It's the love you had so much of right from the very start that has taken us on a journey we all wish ended differently but she is free to visit when she chooses and leave flutter kisses on your cheek, and twinkle brightly in the sky. You both are her parents forever. Thank you Laura and Zeppo for sharing your journey and your hearts with the rest of us, That took a leap of faith to bare your feelings out loud. Thanks and know there are hundreds and hundreds of us out here sending energy and light to you both.

Patti Deieso

4/2/2012 11:17:02 am

When tomorrow starts without me,
and I'm not there to see;
If the sun should rise and find your eyes,
all filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn't cry,
the way you did today,
while thinking of the many things,
we didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me,
as much as I love you,
and each time that you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me,
please try to understand,
that an angel came and called my name,
and took me by the hand,
and said my place was ready,
in heaven far above,
and that I'd have to leave behind,
all those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away,
a tear fell from my eye,
for all life, I'd always thought,
I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for,
so much yet to do,
it seemed almost impossible,
that I was leaving you.
I thought of all the yesterdays,
the good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
and all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday,
just even for awhile,
I'd say goodbye and kiss you
and maybe see you smile.
But then I fully realized,
that this could never be,
for emptiness and memories,
would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did,
my heart was filled with sorrow.
But when I walked through heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
from His great golden throne,
He said, "This is eternity,
and all I've promised you".

Today for life on earth is past,
but here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
but today will always last,
and since each day's the same day,
there's no longing for the past.

But you have been so faithful,
so trusting and so true.
Though there were times you did some things,
you knew you shouldn't do.
But you have been forgiven
and now at last you're free.
So won't you take my hand
and share my life with me?

So when tomorrow starts without me,
don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'm right here, in your heart.

Mary Austin

4/6/2012 10:45:52 pm

Zoe,
I'm too far away to give your mom and dad the hugs I'm sending them now. I woke up early this morning with the thought of you peacefully watching your parents preparing for their public good-bye to you. I send you my own balloons and know you are finally at peace and will be your parents angle forever.

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