Jonas Mathie Coleman
December 02, 2007 ~ November 18, 2010
Our dear sweet little boy, Jonas, was welcomed home into the loving arms of our Savior on Nov. 18, 2010. For almost three years Jonas quietly but bravely endured the progression of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type I, a progressive neuromuscular disorder.
Jonas was born Dec. 2, 2007, to loving parents Whit and Lindsey. Jonas had the most expressive, blue eyes that could speak more eloquently than any words ever could. Jonas was a happy, peaceful and calm little boy who enjoyed nothing more than the simple things in life. Family vacations to Disneyland and St. George were some of his favorite times as he was able to be surrounded by the people he loved and the things he loved to do. He had a deep love of music especially anything Disney and would always smile when he heard his favorite songs. Some of his other loves were being read to, lights, stars, swimming, watching Disney movies, exploring outside, looking at trees and listening to birds. With the odds against him, Jonas held on to see his baby sister Maggie born and loved lying beside her while she snuggled up to his side. Jonas had the greatest gift of inspiring and influencing everyone he met. He changed lives forever. Jonas taught us more in his short life than we could ever have taught him in ten life times.
Jonas is survived by his parents Whit and Lindsey and sister Maggie, grandparents Mark and Becky Mathie, Mike and Merri Coleman, and great grandpa Frank Coleman, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and many other family members.
The family would like to express gratitude to Dr. Kathryn Swoboda and the Pediatric Motor Disorders Research Group, Dr. Paul Ferreira and staff at Holladay Clinic, IHC home health, Peterson Medical (Orem) and Make-A-Wish for granting Jonas’ wish to visit Disneyland one last time. It was his happy place.
A celebration of Jonas’ life will begin at 12 Noon on Tuesday, Nov. 23 at the Wilford Stake Center, 3080 S Kenwood St (1765 E). There will be a viewing held at Larkin Sunset Lawn, 2350 E 1300 S, on Monday evening from 6 - 8 pm. as well as Tuesday morning at the ward from 10:30 -11:45 am. Jonas was a true blessing and we miss him already. We love you little buddy OFF TO NEVERLAND!
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation http://gwendolynstrongfoundation.org/
11 comments:
What a beautiful tribute. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you as you say goodbye. Sending much love your way.
Debby & Veronica
Perfect!
So So perfect..
Your little Jonas is free! Though I ache for your loss (I, too, have buried a special child.)
I promise you will feel him near often.
What an honor to be his parents. Thank you for sharing your family, it's brought sweet memories to our family.
Hugs to little Maggie :)
Much love from the Ferrin family
What a beautiful tribute to your amazing son. Every time walk through the gates of Disneyland I will remember Jonas. For the rest of my life.
He is just beautiful. What an angel. My heart goes out to you and yours at this time. xoxo
I'm a friend of Sandee and Ken Johnson. Sandee told me about Jonas several months ago when you were preparing to have the carnival. And then I got the email from Sandee saying that Jonas had passed away.
I want to express my deepest condolences and my regret on Jonas passing. I cried when I read his obituary on line because it tells of a life taken far too soon. It truly breaks my heart when I look at his photo and so readily see the potential in that little face. His blue eyes speak volumes as to what could have been. As a retired fire fighter who for many years has supported Jerry's Kids and the Fill The Boot drive for MDA I have always said there's no greater cause than to fight for little children who can't fight for themselves. I sincerely hope for the day when SMA and MD are no longer a part of life. May you find peace at this saddest of times and I know Jonas will walk with you more often than you know. God bless him and God bless his wonderful family.
I'm so happy I got the chance to meet that sweet boy. I love you guys, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
We can't stop thinking of your family. We pray you feel Jonas near. Though the weather isn't the best we pray all will go well today and tomorrow.
We are also praying for will Maggie to pull through this and get feeling better.
Sending lots of love and hugs.
Thinking of you family often. You family is in my prayers.
Whit, Lindsay and Maggie. Our thoughts and prayer are with you here in Ukraine. We felt so bad sweet Jonas pass the day we left so we could't be there for the service,to give you a hug and to be blessed by your example and strengh. pleas keep posting... you honestly have no idea the lives you are touching, inspiring and strengthening. We love you and you are niour thoughts and prayers! Cectra Jones has shared Jonas' story your your example with the members and investigators here. Please know that love comes to you from other ends of the world.
love, Heidi, lizzie and kathy jones
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