Greg Rider Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 At 5:30 this morning my 3 month old granddaughter was found dead. Her mom (my step-daughter) laid her on the sofa this morning and put a blanket on her to keep her warm and prevent her from rolling off of the sofa. Said that she went to get her and she was cold and blue, that she may have suffocated in the blanket. Coroner is investigating. Quote #1 on A-model registryIf I drink because of work, why can't I drink at work? Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Well shit. What is the right thing to say? While I am not family, I share in your sorrow. There just aint no good any way it's looked at.My sympathy to you, yours, and rest of family.I grieve with you my friend.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Rider Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 Family? Here we are all family that is why I posted it. Thank you Rob. I will keep everyone updated on the details as they come in. Quote #1 on A-model registryIf I drink because of work, why can't I drink at work? Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31627 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry T Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Some friends lost their son to SIDS a few years back. That one day each year is very hard on them. We are thinking about you.Terry & Kim Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31630 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackcl96 Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Sad, you and your family are in my prayers Quote Thanks for hearing me out.You can have the soap box now---------JIM Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31631 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Rider Posted March 3, 2009 Author Share Posted March 3, 2009 My brother was 18 and died 2 months before my son was born, that was 18 years ago and my mom still has moments. Quote #1 on A-model registryIf I drink because of work, why can't I drink at work? Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31632 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Packer Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 I spent 15 years on the Green River, WY ambulance service.13 years as crew command.I saw a lot of death, and none was ever good.The worst call I ever had was an 11 week old baby that was cold and blue.The police were the first on scene and started CPR.I continued CPR for the 15-20 min. ride to the Hospital, but the baby was pronunced almost at once.I never knew the baby, but I am not ashamed to tell you that a 50 year old man cried all the way.That would be me.Packer Quote Keep a clutchin' Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31633 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Rider Posted March 3, 2009 Author Share Posted March 3, 2009 Worst I ever had in my 21+ years in EMS was Christmas Eve of 1994. We were called out to a 6 month old DOA and found out on the scene that the father had beat the kid to death. Luckily that SOB was cuffed in the back of a police car or he would have been next. Hugged our kids tight that year. Walked a few out of the ER swaddled in a blanket and carried in my arms as if they were sleeping, and nobody knew any different. My former boss is a funeral director so he is doing a service at cost. He said we (wife and I) could pick-up the baby for him since we are "authorized" by him. My current company will let me use an ambulance for the trip if I want. Quote #1 on A-model registryIf I drink because of work, why can't I drink at work? Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31637 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocomotiveBreath Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31652 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bollweevil Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 I think I'll cry some too. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31654 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdthoren Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 I think I'll cry some too.Greg, I think James sums it up for all of us. Nothin fancy, from the heart, with meaning. My thoughts & prayers.Scott Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Sorry for your loss...a death in the family is always hard, but one so young has to be the hardest. Sending thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Quote Barry - Watt's Truck Center Parts Manager and BMT Webmaster...1-888-304-MACK Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31672 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustydog Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 I echo the sentiments expressed here, very sad thing. If you have faith though, try to think of a better place she may be, and how we all hope to get there someday.Wishing your family peace.Rusty Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31679 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Greg,I'm very sorry for your loss. If you would tell us her name, i'll put her and the family on the prayer list here at work and church. My prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family. The strength of our father comes out of us at these times of sorrow.My Sincere Sympathy!mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31681 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Very sorry to hear this Greg. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoClueJoe66 Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 I'm sorry to hear about your loss Greg, Me and my wife both have started to cry.......If you guys need anything let us know. You and your family are in our prayers Quote This message was brought to you by Hargraves Potted Meat Product. Chopped full of "Peckers & Lips" since 1933 - John Boy & Billy Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31697 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jocko Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 sorry for your loss my prayers are with you Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31700 Share on other sites More sharing options...
de37champ Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 Sorry is the only word at a time as this Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31719 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kk diesel repair Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 At 5:30 this morning my 3 month old granddaughter was found dead. Her mom (my step-daughter) laid her on the sofa this morning and put a blanket on her to keep her warm and prevent her from rolling off of the sofa. Said that she went to get her and she was cold and blue, that she may have suffocated in the blanket. Coroner is investigating. You and your family are in our prayers brother. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speed Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 Sorry to hear that; You and your family have my deepest condolences. When someone this young passes on,I have to think the Lord must have something greater planned for that little soul. Take care,my friends,you'll be in my prayers! Speed Quote "Remember-ANY Gun Control is Unconstitutional!"<!--sizeo:3--><span style="font-size:12pt;line-height:100%"><!--/sizeo--><i><b>MACK-E Model Registry # 36</b></i><!--sizec--></span><!--/sizec--><a href="http://www.nvabatetravel.com/"target="_blank">http://www.nvabatetravel.com/</a> Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackdaddy1911a1 Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 At 5:30 this morning my 3 month old granddaughter was found dead. Her mom (my step-daughter) laid her on the sofa this morning and put a blanket on her to keep her warm and prevent her from rolling off of the sofa. Said that she went to get her and she was cold and blue, that she may have suffocated in the blanket. Coroner is investigating. GOD bless your family.....your grandbaby is in a better place...one we can only imagine. matt Quote THE GREATEST NAME IN TRUCKS MACK TRUCKS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31800 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Rider Posted March 6, 2009 Author Share Posted March 6, 2009 Sorry I haven't responded sooner, been a little busy. Her name is Ariel Parsons from Kent,Ohio. Tuesday the coroner released her and the wife and I went and picked her up. They were shocked that the grandparents were doing this and somewhat leary but we explained that we've done transports before, the only difference was this was our granddaughter. We took her in the car to the funeral home and got her cleaned up, dressed, and ready for my stepdaughter to see her before being creamated. She was in a white flowered sleeper with butterfly socks and a small white bonnett. We wrapped her in a pink flowered blanket and we spent about 1 hour with her. There were only the parents and grandparents present. We did this for a final goodbye. A memorial service is Saturday the 7th at Cox Funeral Home in Barberton, Ohio. Bill Cox is a former employer and a friend. He allowed us to have the funeral home that night all alone as he had other obligations. He is doing this for us at cost as he doesn't want to profit from us. I thank each and everyone for their prayers. I still have a 2 year-old grandson (her older brother) to love and hold. Hey Larry, a little weird to think of me being a grandpa!!! Quote #1 on A-model registryIf I drink because of work, why can't I drink at work? Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31830 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 I can't say any better what's already been said-Amen brothers!Sorry for your loss.I'm headed for Kent Sunday. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31833 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Rider Posted March 7, 2009 Author Share Posted March 7, 2009 I can't say any better what's already been said-Amen brothers!Sorry for your loss.I'm headed for Kent Sunday.Where ya gonna be? Quote #1 on A-model registryIf I drink because of work, why can't I drink at work? Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31836 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 Where ya gonna be?Got a 2 stop load of lumber going to Carter Lumber in Kent and Green Camp. Never heard of Green Camp. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8503-granddaughter-died-this-morning/#findComment-31838 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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