Saturday, March 19, 2011

A Brief, Beautiful Life

Daphne Jane Gainer, my bright-eyed beauty, returned to her Heavenly Father at 11:00 p.m. last night after undergoing a 7.5-hour open-heart surgery. I miss her desperately, and my heart feels heavy with grief. But I believe she is safe in the arms of loved ones on the other side, and her heart is whole now. She filled her earthly mission, and now she is with our Savior. Pray for our family. Right now, we need courage.

Daphne's Funeral Services
Funeral services for Daphne Jane Gainer will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at the HH8 Ward chapel (2101 N Providence Dr., Saratoga Springs, UT 84045). A public viewing will be held before the service from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Following the service, Daphne will be interred at Larkin Sunset Gardens Cemetery (1950 E 10600 S, Sandy, UT 84092). All who wish to help us say goodbye to our sweet girl are welcome to attend.
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25 comments:

  1. The StudesMarch 19, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    love you Rachel! You and your family are in our thoughts a prayers all day and for as many days as you need them to be.

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  2. MeganMarch 19, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Rachel, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine the hartbreak you must be feeling. You are an amazing person with inspiring faith. You and your sweet daughter have touched so many lives and she was lucky to have you for her mommy. My heart goes out to you and your family. We will be thinking of you and keeping you and your family in our prayers.

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  3. Cory & AlliMarch 19, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Oh no, Rachel, I am so sorry! I've been reading her story, and my heart aches for you and your family. Thinking of you!

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  4. LaurenMarch 19, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    My heart is aching for you. You have been so courageous through everything you've been through in the past few months. That sweet baby needed your love and tender care. Our prayers are with you. Love you.

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  5. Moffitt FamMarch 19, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    I am so so sorry for your loss. My heart just aches for you and your sweet family! You are so amazing and so strong. I know the Lord is with you as is sweet little Daphne. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 19, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    All my love Rachel, Janiel

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  7. Shad and BrittanyMarch 19, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Thinking of you and your family. And praying for you during this difficult times. much love,
    Shad and Brittany Gifford

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  8. Lance and MandiMarch 19, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Rachel, how blessed she is to have come to your wonderful family. As always, you are an inspiration. All our love and prayers are with you.

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  9. PaulaMarch 20, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    I posted a comment earlier but I don't see it. When I heard the news my heart just broke for you and your sweet family. I hope you know that we are here for you and your in our prayers. I really hope that you can feel YOUR Savior's arms wrapped around you during this difficult time. Lean on us when you feel the need to fall. We're here for you. Loves and hugs,
    The Jorgensens

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  10. TinaMarch 20, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    She was the most beautiful little baby girl with those huge, gorgeous brown eyes and curly brown hair. I know Heavenly Father has a plan for her, and for your family. I hope you feel His love more and more through these difficult times. You are our thoughts and prayers. Hugs!

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  11. KasMarch 20, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Love you, Rach. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  12. AlonaMarch 20, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    We are so sorry for your loss. We have been praying for you and your family. She was amazing and beautiful...what a blessing to have her be part of your lives and you part of hers. She was blessed with the perfect family for her. He knew she needed you. Please know that we are always here if you need anything at all. Love you.

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  13. Aubri n ScottMarch 21, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    You and your Family are in my heart and prayers. We love you all.

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  14. ali monsonMarch 22, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Oh, Rachel. I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. Thank you for sharing her with us through this blog. I am praying for you and your family.

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  15. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Dear Rachel, we don't know each other...I only know of you from being a fan of Simple Scrapbooks and seeing you in the magazine. I'm friends with Angie Lucas on Facebook and read her post about attending Daphne's funeral today. My heart is breaking for you. I have been reading your blog about your journey from the very beginning with your baby girl and I just felt compelled to tell you that I am so sorry for your loss. Your faith and courage are inspiring. Please know that you did a very special thing by adopting Daphne and caring for her and loving her during her time here on Earth. I hope that you will find peace and comfort in your special memories. Prayers to you and your family. Hugs...

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  16. melanieMarch 22, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Rachel, I can't imagine your heartbreak right now, I'm so very sorry for this enormous loss. Many prayers and thoughts going out to you all tonight.

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  17. marilynMarch 22, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    I read about your loss on Elisha Snow's blog and I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. I cannot imagine your grief and hope that your faith and the love of friends and family will help you through.

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  18. StacyMarch 23, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Will and Rachel, thank you so much for your sweet testimonies. You gave a beautiful tribute to Daphne yesterday. I am in awe of your strength and courage. I am so amazed at this bond that we can have with our children. It's an eternal bond that not only can last forever, but has lasted from the very beginning. I do believe that she was meant to be yours, and you were meant to help her and love her, even if for a brief moment here on earth. What a sweet reunion that is going to be!
    Sending love and prayers your way,
    The Schmalz Family

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  19. cathyMarch 23, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Rachel, I just read Angie's post on Facebook, and I'm so deeply sorry for you and Will and Shelby. I will keep your family in my prayers.

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  20. ColleenMarch 23, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Angie Lucas sent me to your blog a couple of weeks ago and I read every post about your beautiful baby girl. I'm so, so sorry to hear of your loss. Daphne was an angel on earth and now an angel in heaven. I hope you find comfort. Prayers for your little family.

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  21. ChelseaMarch 23, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    You and your family are in our prayers. We are so, so, sorry. She is such a beautiful baby.

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  22. MelissaMarch 24, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Rachel, I just wanted to stop in and say that my heart is aching for you and I will be praying.

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  23. julieMarch 25, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    i am sooo sorry for your loss...what a beautiful baby girl and now she is in Heaven dancing with the angels...I can't begin to imagine what you are going through, but my prayers are with you and your family. She was a lucky little girl to have you in her short life.
    julie

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  24. Angee and ThomMarch 31, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    We do not know eachother. I found your blog in a very round about way. We are of a common sisterhood, I too am a Heart Mom. My son, Severin, is HRHS plus other things. He is almost nine months old now. My heart breaks everytime I learn of a sweet heart baby earning their wings. I know this could be my son at anytime. There is an amazing heart community in Utah called Intermountain Healing Hearts. Their web site is intermountainhealinghearts.org They have a special time at every event to honor the Heart Angels. There are too many, but also can offer a wonderful support. You are an amazing family. I truely believe the strongest hearts are given the broken hearts. My email and blog are: angeequ@hotmail.com and 4-everQuist.blogspot.com I pray the healing hands of our Savior will carry you at this time.

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  25. Tina CockburnApril 3, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Hugs and prayers going out to you and your family, and to sweet Daphne in Heaven. I bet her wings are magnificent.

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