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Cooper Ryan Blackburn

November 9, 2005 - June 24, 2009
Rocky Point, North Carolina

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“I miss you so much, Cooper. ”
1 of 23 | Posted by: Auntie Florrie - Aunt

“god bless you ”
2 of 23 | Posted by: j

“Krista, Eric, and Tanner,My heart ached when I heard the news. I know Cooper was the light of your lives, but he was also such a joy to care for on 5...Read More » ”
3 of 23 | Posted by: Katie Theard, RN - Henderson, NV

“Krista, Erica, & Tanner....I just found out today 7-3-09, from a client that thought I knew.I bursted into tears. I spoke to Krista 4 months ago...Read More » ”
4 of 23 | Posted by: Linda & Don Smith - Wilmington, NC

“Dear Christa, Eric, Tanner & Jean:Please know that my prayers are with your dear family. I have kept up with Cooper's miracles and blessings through...Read More » ”
5 of 23 | Posted by: Sharon Hall - Greensboro, NC

“Eric and Krista, I am so sorry for your terrible loss. No parent should ever suffer the loss of a child, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Much...Read More » ”
6 of 23 | Posted by: Katie Craig Phelps

“Give me a roar Cooper! ”
7 of 23 | Posted by: Flora

“So sorry to hear of your loss of Cooper. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. ”
8 of 23 | Posted by: Susie Parker - Wilmington, NC

“Thinking of you and your family Krista. Very sorry for your loss. ”
9 of 23 | Posted by: Stephanie Myers (Davis) - VA

“we are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. may God help you through this time of pain and grief.you and your family are in our thoughts and...Read More » ”
10 of 23 | Posted by: derrick & melony edwards - NC

“You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please know that Cooper's amazing love for living life to its fullest has a place...Read More » ”
11 of 23 | Posted by: Channing C. - Wilmington, NC

“Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time...I only met Copper once but he brought a smile to my face and cheer in my heart...May he rest in...Read More » ”
12 of 23 | Posted by: Lynne & Donnie Barnes - Burgaw, NC

“I do not know your family but please know you all are in our prayers. We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. May God bring peace to you and...Read More » ”
13 of 23 | Posted by: Jessica L. - Wilmington, NC

“Krista and Eric, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I won't be in town on Sunday although you will be in my heart. I so wanted to be...Read More » ”
14 of 23 | Posted by: Camille - NC

“Krista and Eric my heart, thoughts and prayers out out to you guy's. I'm thinking of you. May Cooper rest in piece. ”
15 of 23 | Posted by: Jack Mathis - wilmington, NC

“Krista, I am sorry that you have to go through a difficult time now. No one should ever lose a child. My heart and prayers are with you and your...Read More » ”
16 of 23 | Posted by: Donna Ferris Griffin - Raleigh, NC

“So sorry to hear of your loss. May god be with you guys in this hard time. ”
17 of 23 | Posted by: Shawn Rivenbark - Wilmington, NC

“Kay, Charlie, Krista, Eric and Family: Ruth and I want to express our sincere condolences on the death of little Cooper. In reading your tribute to...Read More » ”
18 of 23 | Posted by: Chris and Ruth Smith - Burgaw, NC

“I know that it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, but looking back on the memories and the joy that Copper gave to everyone around him will...Read More » ”
19 of 23 | Posted by: TERRI GRAY (PACU) - Castle Hayne, NC

“Krista, Eric, Tanner Though we have never met, we have grown to know and love your family through the many wonderful stories Flora has shared with us...Read More » ”
20 of 23 | Posted by: The Gearing Family - MA

“Krista, Eric, Tanner, and Kay, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. I cannot imagine the sadness that you are...Read More » ”
21 of 23 | Posted by: Pam and Jeff Williams - NC

“Krista, Eric, Tanner and Jean,You know that we love you and we are praying for you...we wish you did not have to go through this...but if we can help...Read More » ”
22 of 23 | Posted by: NHRMC PACU - Wilmington, NC

“I cant even imagine. You all will be in our prayers every day. ”
23 of 23 | Posted by: jamee and don - tybee island, GA

Cooper Ryan Blackburn, age 3, our precious angel, passed away June 24, 2009 at Levine Children's Hospital in Charlotte, NC. He was born November 9, 2005 in Wilmington, NC, son of Krista and Eric Blackburn, and was best friend to his brother, Tanner Blackburn. He is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Jean Sawicky and Chris Sawicky of Carolina Beach, NC; his paternal grandparents, Kay and Charles Warner of Burgaw, NC and Joe Blackburn of Carolina Beach, NC; his aunt, Melissa Herzog and husband Andrew of Carolina Beach, NC; his great-aunt Flora Bergeron of West Springfield, MA; and many other close family relatives.Cooper brought much joy and happiness to all those he encountered. Even in times of debilitating illness he was able to bring all he encountered under his magical spell. Cooper always held on to his yellow ring, which was his trademark, and loved to place it on his forehead smiling all the time. After spending 18 months in UNC Children's Hospital in Chapel Hill, he loved being home, playing on the floor with his cars and trucks, having books read to him, and riding on his cars. He was into the kitchen cabinets, pulling everything out he could reach, wearing the strainer and smiling all the time. As he continued to improve, he scooted around the house on his bottom at lightning speed and always wanted you to play hide and seek with him. Cooper learned to sign and had no difficulty in communicating. Music was his thing and with his mother's rhythm, he would dance in circles around the floor having the time of his life, but his biggest passion was to be outside at all times. Cooper and Tanner loved to race their cars around the house, and Cooper was a driving maniac on his plasma car, zooming up and down the driveway sporting his Elmo helmet like the champ he was. Nap and bedtime rituals included having books read in the dark by flashlight with his yellow ring and Elmo in one hand, and his bottle in the other.A special "thank you" is extended to Dr. Andrew Gilman, Dr. Fred Henderson, Cammie Moore FNP, and the UNC Doctors, nurses and staff who cared for Cooper.. Additionly, we would like to thank the many people who have supported Cooper and our family during his very brief life. Your support and prayers have meant so much. He was the light of our lives and a blessing we will always have in our hearts to treasure. A celebration of Cooper's life will be held at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 28, 2009 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1403 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.The family requests donations be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 101 Mason Farm Rd. Chapel Hill, NC 27517.

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I miss you so much, Cooper.

Posted by: Auntie Florrie - Aunt Jun 22, 2010

god bless you

Posted by: j Jul 28, 2009

Krista, Eric, and Tanner,My heart ached when I heard the news. I know Cooper was the light of your lives, but he was also such a joy to care for on 5 Children's at UNC. I remember his smiles, his cries, and his yellow ring! I pray that you'll find healing and feel Cooper's presence often. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.

Posted by: Katie Theard, RN - Henderson, NV Jul 14, 2009

Krista, Erica, & Tanner....I just found out today 7-3-09, from a client that thought I knew.I bursted into tears. I spoke to Krista 4 months ago when my father passed... Copper was doing well.Our hearts went into shock. I have only LOVE in my heart for you guys, always have and always well.Please know that we are praying for your family and we are here for you.You guys are the Rock and God will ease your pain, slowly... but in

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Posted by: Linda & Don Smith - Wilmington, NC Jul 04, 2009

Dear Christa, Eric, Tanner & Jean:Please know that my prayers are with your dear family. I have kept up with Cooper's miracles and blessings through Opal Fleming, my sister. Cooper is making everyone in Heaven much happier today, and I will continue to pray for your precious family! God's blessings to all of you, Sharon Hall

Posted by: Sharon Hall - Greensboro, NC Jun 30, 2009

Eric and Krista,

I am so sorry for your terrible loss. No parent should ever suffer the loss of a child, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Much Love,
Katie

Posted by: Katie Craig Phelps Jun 29, 2009

Give me a roar Cooper!

Posted by: Flora Jun 29, 2009

So sorry to hear of your loss of Cooper. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: Susie Parker - Wilmington, NC Jun 29, 2009

Thinking of you and your family Krista. Very sorry for your loss.

Posted by: Stephanie Myers (Davis) - Virginia Beach, VA Jun 28, 2009

we are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. may God help you through this time of pain and grief.you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: derrick & melony edwards - whitevill, NC Jun 28, 2009

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