**These updates were posted on Everly's Facebook page by
Crystal's friend, Courtney.** PLEASE NOTE THAT TRIBUTES DO NOT GO TO
EVERLY OR HER FAMILY> ONLY DIRECT DONATIONS TO THE WELLS FARGO ACCT
DO> Thank you!
Dear Team Everly,
This is an update I never wanted to write, but as Crystal's self appointed bulldog, it's one I must.
As I'm sure you can imagine, the pain that Crystal, Jimmy, Nana, Papa,
Garren and Kendan are feeling is insurmountable. Though they were always
aware that Trisomy 18 would take Everly from them early, no amount of
preparation or knowledge can brace a human for the raw pain of losing a child. It's just not the natural course of life to lose a child, so this is a pain that strikes each nerve in the body.
Jimmy, Crystal and Nana are now back home with the boys and Papa.
Everly's earthly body is with them as well. It was important to the
family to bring Everly back home with them, and they did just that. She
was held lovingly in their arms during the trip from Atlanta to Tampa.
At this time, no arrangements for a memorial are being made, but one
will be arranged in due time. I promise to update when I have more
information.
While I know it is human nature to want to offer
support, at this time, and until further notice, please refrain from
visiting or calling the home or cellphones. They need to be a family,
and start the first steps in what will prove to be a lifelong process of
grief. There is a cooler at the front door, if you signed up to bring a
meal; thank you. Please put it in the cooler without knocking or
ringing the bell.
The family appreciates all your words of
comfort, support and gratitude. At this time, they do not have the
strength to read any messages, in fact, they have not read any messages,
texts or emails. I know these words will one day bring comfort, but for
now, it's just too overwhelming.
I know many of you are
heartbroken, as we who know the Hopkins' are- and have nothing but
positive intentions- but again, I must beg of you to respect their
privacy at this time.
A trust is set up at Wells Fargo bank in
memory of Everly, where 100% of all donations and gifts will go directly
to the family. If you'd like to make a gift in memory of Sweet Pea, you
can visit any Wells Fargo location, or set up an online transfer. The
account is Everly M. Hopkins Donation Account, and the account number is
7616853227.
On behalf of the Hopkins', thank you for the
continued outpouring of love you have showed them. Please continue to
pray for their peace and healing. Your words will one day be read and
cherished.
Much love to all, Courtney
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1/28/2015
Hi again everyone,
Thank you, as always for the continued love and support. The Hopkins'
are still taking things minute by minute and just being. They are
meeting with the church and the funeral home together today, so please
say an extra prayer for their peace as they take the next step.
We've had a lot of requests for the meal signup, and appreciate the
offers. If you need the link, and are ...a local friend of the family,
please let me know
(Courtney:
thenettas@gmail.com) and I will be happy to private message you. If you
are not a local friend of the family, but would still like to help,
there are options, and your gifts are greatly appreciated. You can mail
gifts, gift cards or cards to:
Everly Hopkins, 3905 Tampa Road # 2696, Oldsmar, Florida 34667
You can also make a monetary donation at any Wells Fargo location.
Using Everly M. Hopkins Donation Account #: 7616853227. The funds will
lighten the load as the family takes care of final arrangements,
remaining medical bills and day to day expenses as they heal.
Details on a Celebration of Life will follow soon.
Love and light to all - Courtney
