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In Loving Memory
of
Noelle and Nicholas
Noelle and Nicholas pose for Father's Day pictures
June 2001
Noelle Brooke Baber was born on March 4, 1996. Noelle had always been an extremely healthy little girl her whole life. She rarely ever got sick with any childhood illness. Van and I were shocked to find out that our precious daughter, at age 5, had an inoperable brain stem glioma (tumor). We learned about this on September 18, 2001. We were told that Noelle would only survive for 10 to 18 months as there is no known cure for this type of tumor. Noelle's doctor told us that there was a 10% chance that Noelle's tumor could shrink from the radiation treatments that she received and there was also a chance that the tumor would not grow back.
We prayed every day that Noelle would receive complete healing from this tumor. Noelle gained 100 pounds from steroid usage and endured countless side effects from many other medications. Though Noelle did not get the healing here on this earth that we so desperatley prayed for, she did receive complete healing on July 21, 2002. Noelle no longer has to worry about any of the struggles that she once had to face on a daily basis from this horrible disease. Noelle is now completely healed and at Home with her Heavenly Father.
Nicholas enjoying some time in his swing
November 2001
Nicholas Matthew Baber was born on April 9, 2001. He was such an amazing little fighter. Nicholas had a liver disease with unknown reason. After many doctors appointments and hospitalizations and so much pain and suffering Nicholas was placed on the liver transplant list up in Cincinnati, Ohio. While we awaited a liver to come, Nicholas developed an infection in his bloodstream and went Home on March 17, 2002. (Just 4 months and 4 days before his big sister, Noelle). We prayed equally as hard for our "little man" knowing that he would receive complete healing from his failing liver.
We find comfort in knowing that Nicholas and Noelle are now together forever never to be separated ever again and free from all pain and suffering.
... Just like Noelle once said, "No more tears."
Our entire family must grieve the loss of two of our precious children. We have been asked by many people to continue this site as we go through our grieving process. After much prayer, we have decided to continue keep this page going so we can help one another, and possibly others, face these sad losses in all of our lives. Now that the pain of watching Noelle and Nicholas hurt is over, we must turn our attention to our own hurt... the hurt of our broken hearts...
Big Brother Nathan makes one last trip to NC Baptist Hospital to see his "little man" before the big trip to Cincinnati Children's
February 13, 2002
1 Timothy 4:12 "Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith, and in purity."
Thank you Noelle and Nicholas for setting such an incredible example to all who know and love you.
Noelle always loved to give her little "Turtle" a bath
August 2001
When I Go From This Place
When I go from this place, I will not be alone
Jesus said, "I'll always be with you."
When I go from this place, happy I will be
Because I know that Jesus walks with me.
And I will walk with Jesus, He will be my guide.
I will walk with Jesus, I'll stay close by His side.
When I go from this place, happy I will be
Because I know that Jesus walks with me.
This was the song that Noelle's Four-Year-Old Preschool Class sang at their graduation.
May 2001
Oh, how Noelle applied each word of this song to her entire life even when the next phase of her journey proved to be unbearable
During my quiet time I continually go back to this verse. If you have lost a child, watched your child suffer, or endured any kind of trial I really hope this verse touches you in some way.
James 1:12 “Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.”
My children now have that precious “Crown of Life”. One day I, too, will have my crown of life as well… and my eternity with my Savior and my children. I hope you know Him as your Savior.
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Saturday, December 4, 2010 12:36 AM CST It’s been a while since I last posted… a long while, to say the least. Thank you for stopping by!
I have no idea what happened to the pictures on the front page. We'll have to see if we can find the hard copies when we get a chance. New photos in photo album... a bit blurry, but at least updated.
Overall, everyone is doing well. Van continues to love his job. He is so faithful about attending Nathan and Gabrielle’s extracurricular events, which even includes occasional trips to the beauty parlor with his little ‘sidekick!’
Nathan, now 18, is in his last year of high school and is as busy as ever. He continues to amaze us with his ability to successfully juggle a heavy course load while mixing in sports, clubs, tutoring, part-time seasonal work, friends, and of course, his girlfriend. He plans to attend Pre-Pharmacy school beginning fall 2011.
Gabrielle, now 6, continues to keep us on our feet, as there is never a dull moment when she is around. She began kindergarten this year and is playing her first sport. Although she has quickly made friends in school, she would be the first to tell you that she could do without all of the weekly coloring sheets!
I continue to enjoy the children and families with whom I work. I started grad school this past fall and hope to have my master’s by summer 2013.
There is never a day that goes by when we don’t think or talk about Noelle and Nicholas. Even though it’s been nearly nine years since they left to be with the Lord, it still seems like yesterday when we were holding our two precious angels in our arms savoring our every moment while together here on this earth. The holidays will always heighten the many special memories (good and not-so-good) we hold deep within our hearts of our precious time together. For those memories, we will always be thankful!
We would like to wish you and your family a very blessed Christmas season!
Wendy, Van, Nathan, Gabrielle and our very special Angels, Noelle & Nicholas
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