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Aidan William McSpadden, age 3, went home to Heaven on Friday, May 4, 2012, at 3:00 in the afternoon. He was born on January 13, 2009 to loving parents Jared and Kelli McSpadden. Brought into this earthly world only a few short years ago, our little angel landed into our life. We are honored that God chose us to be his parents and saddened that He wanted him back so soon. Aidan was put on this earth for so many reasons and this is evident from all of those who loved him. His lifetime was filled with struggles but his face was only filled with smiles. That smile, he could melt anyone's heart, those eyes so soft and warm, that heart as big as Heaven itself. We knew from the day he was born that he was a special boy.
Aidan's journey began as a healthy baby boy that came into the world a few weeks too soon. He was a wonderful, happy baby and had two very proud parents. On June 18, 2010, at only 17 months old, both his life and ours were forever changed. He was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He battled strongly every day since then. He endured numerous rounds of chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, all with a smile on his face and bacon in his mouth. He was the most courageous person that we ever knew. His love of life was contagious. He touched the hearts of even those who never met him. He will be missed dearly.
Aidan is survived by his parents Jared and Kelli (Klein) McSpadden, his brother Jaxon, his maternal grandparents, Bob & Judy Klein of Americas, GA, and his paternal grandparents, Don & Annette McSpadden of Jennings, LA. He also leaves behind aunts and uncles: Jed McSpadden, Joel McSpadden, Jane McSpadden Miller and husband Greg, Jennifer McSpadden Young and husband Troy, Heidi Molgaard and husband Danny, Courtney Klein Adkins and husband Garrett, as well as many cousins, a large extended family and a host of friends, children and adults alike.
The Celebration of Aidan's life will be held at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 6622 Haskell, Houston, TX. The celebration will begin at 4:00 PM with visitation in the Church. A Memorial Mass will be held at 6:00 PM. After the Mass, a reception to remember and celebrate Aidan's life will be held in the church community center.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Aidan's memory to Big Love Cancer Care (www.biglovecancercare.org) or to Cure Search (www.curesearch.org). In addition, the family intends to set up a memorial in Aidan's name. To make a donation to this effort, please mail or electronically send payments to:
Capital One, N.A.
Attn: George Williams
7919 Kirby Drive
Houston, TX 77054
Account # 3832170436
Routing # 113024915 (needed for electronic pmts)
Arrangements are entrusted to Earthman Funeral Directors, Hunters Creek Chapel, 8303 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024.
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May 16, 2012
Stacie Pike
Although I don't know any of you~I don't have to to know your pain. As a parent who has also lost a child my heart goes out to Aidan's family. I am so sorry for your loss~he's a handsome little man and he is with you now, always~
Stacie P.
May 11, 2012
Teresa Herrera
I have searched my heart with every breath since Aidan passed and still I have not found words that adequately express the depth of my wishes for you all. I pray for peace and comfort for everyone who has been lucky enough to have known Aidan and all of his family for we are all so much better to have known Aidan and all of you. The service was very special. I am so glad I was there and could reach out to you, Kelli, Jared and Jax. Thank you for being our friends. I Love You All Sincerely! I will always be there for you! Love and Faith, Victoria's Grandmomma
May 10, 2012
Cristi Randolph
Kelli I will continue to pray for you,Jared, Jax and family. My heart aches for you all. You will reunite with Aidan someday and I pray in the meanwhile God will fill your hearts with peace and joy. May God give you strength during this tough time.
May 9, 2012
Marlene Harris
I never met your sweet baby, but I feel I knew him through Mandy. I pray God lifts you up and gives you peace.I look forward to meeting him in heaven
May 9, 2012
Donna & Joel Richert
Please accept our deepest sympathies and thank you to Jared and Kelli for sharing their beautiful son Aidan. We were honored to participate in the prayer journey, blessed by the gift of his life, and stand in humility at the impact of his short time. We share your sorrow and be assured our prayers will go on for all of you.
May 9, 2012
Our prayers to your family in the loss of your precious little Aiden but celebrate with you in that he is now a saint to who we can ask for intercessory prayers! Frances and Horace Naquin
May 8, 2012
Marigrace Clonts Furby
Such a precious little boy. So sad for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May 8, 2012
Georgia Gary Sapp
May God bless you through this time. Aidan was a beautiful litlle angel. My prayers are with you!
May 8, 2012
Mary Suggs
I have followed Aidan on fb for many months and I thank you so much for sharing this precious child with us. His joys and his struggles have brought smiles and tears. He has been an inspiration to so many people and he touched so many hearts in his short time here. My prayers and sympathy go out to his family and friends. Please know that he was loved not only by his family and those who knew him personally but by countless others who treasured his smiles and couage.
May 8, 2012
Christina McRee
I'm so sorry I didn't make it tonight to the services tonight. Know that I did stop, thank God for putting you all in my life and teaching me that life is short and to love and live for the moment. Blessings.
May 8, 2012
Valeria Smith
The A-train will always be in my heart. You are an amazing family. I will pray for peace and strength during this time. Love Always
May 8, 2012
May God bless you with peace our hearts are with you in your grief.
Memere' from Maine
May 8, 2012
Stacey Cassidy Naquin
Your family will continue to be in my daily prayers. I sincerely thank you for sharing your precious angel with all of us. His Aidanisms brought many smiles!
May 8, 2012
Liz Payne
I am a friend of Jennifer and Jason Pigott and have been made aware of the sadness of your hearts in the loss of your dear son. I can only cry out to the Lord on your behalf and trust that He will tenderly comfort you as only He can do.
May 8, 2012
Jenny Truesdale
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I didn't know Aidan, but I followed his story on Facebook. I prayed for him everyday. He can now rest in peace and not be in any pain. May the Lord bless you all during this difficult time.
May 8, 2012
Jeremy and Erica Owen
Thinking of you all.
May 8, 2012
Angela Ford
I have prayed so hard for him and all the family during this entire time. I am in Relay For LIFE in Chester , Co.,S.C. Garrett is my nephew and i remember seeing you all at the wedding. When we have our relay meeting we are asked why we relay--my answer has been to help find a cure for Aidan. So very sorry for your loss. Will continue to keep you in my prayers. Angela Ford
May 8, 2012
Jana Richard LaBouve
Praying for all of you at this time....
May 8, 2012
Jodi Willenborg (Minton)
There are simply no words as I try to wrap my mind around such a loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
May 8, 2012
alicia lyons boudreaux
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. Aidan seems like he was such a happy child. His family made his short life here so special
May 8, 2012
Marion Cooper
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your little angel Aidan was a special gift from God.
May 8, 2012
Mil and Ruth Kathmann
There are times when words are not enough..your tribute to Aidan was touchingly beautiful. We followed his too brief journey and were always amazed with his contagious humor, his wise observations, and his light-up-a-room smile. His memories will serve to forever teach us that life is to be lived joyfully and fully moment to moment..and that love is always stronger than death. Our prayers are with you all.
May 8, 2012
James/Shirley LeJeune
Our Lord is holding Aidan now and he is pain free. We are heartbroken for the family but joyous in knowing that Aidan did what he was expected to do on earth and now he shares eternal life waiting for family and friends to join him. He is now home with our Father.
May 8, 2012
Kimberly Brown
So Sorry for your loss... May God Bless you and your family.. Our prayers are with you!!
May 8, 2012
Jennifer Ross
My heart goes out to you and kelli. I am so sorry for you lose. I am always praying for your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you today. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Love,
Jennifer, Michael, and Josie Ross
May 8, 2012
Amy Florendo
My prayers are with your family. I am so sorry for your loss! I will keep his smile in my heart forever! God Bless your family!
May 8, 2012
Mandy Fontenot Estes
With you and your family in thoughts and prayers.
May 8, 2012
Praying for all of you during this difficult time. May God bless you and your family always.
Sarah Durham (Jennings, LA)
May 8, 2012
Sheryl Carter
My condolences to your family. Aidan will never be forgotten. Fly high and RIP Aidan.
May 8, 2012
Sandra Rivas
Although, I never got to meet Aidan in person, but got to know him through Gizell Sweat my friend and co-worker at DCP, he became very dear to me, because I too was chosen to have child that was returned to God too soon and was very sadden to hear that we could not keep him with us, but the time I knew him brighten my day and I give thanks to you for being his parents that brought him into this world to be part of my life. God Bless you and give you peace to continue being the Parents you are meant to be.
My Sincere Sympathy
Sandra Rivas
May 8, 2012
Ashley Gustafson
words cant express the warmth Aiden brought to my heart over the last year. From the moment I saw his face & smile i was in love! He is a handsome & strong little man & has 2 amazing parents. I know you are proud of your A -Train. We miss him dearly & hope your family can fined peace in this tragic lose.
May 8, 2012
Lisa Velez
I didn't know him or his family, I learned about his story through my friend, Rebecca Perez. I was very moved and saddened by it. May his family have comfort in knowing their little angel has now gone home to be with the other angels and is no longer suffering. God be with you especially through this rough time. My sincerest condolences. R.I.P. little Aidan.
May 8, 2012
Wanda & Jim de Cordova
Since we cannot be at the Memorial for Aidan, please accept this expression of sympathy from Jim and me. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 8, 2012
Robin Mead
I followed Aidan's story through a friend on Facebook. My prayers are with you, I am so sorry for your loss.
May 8, 2012
My heart aches for you and my prayers continue to be with you. Aidan was a special angel.
Gerri Washburn (Holden's Granny)
May 8, 2012
Audrey Powell
As a parent, I understand....may you all find peace in the memories of your beautiful son, Aidan!
May 8, 2012
Lorie Grenier
I never was fortunate enough to meet your family, but followed Aidan when I became a friend on facebook (thank you Heidi). I completely enjoyed all the smiles that Aidan's wonderful smile put in my heart and brightened my day! I pray that all those treasured memories will help get you through the hard times to come. He was just as lucky to have you for his family as you were to have him as a son! God Bless you all!
May 8, 2012
Jon Rebecca & Alexandra Perez
Praying for God's peace and love to surround you all during this most difficult time. Aidan touched so many people that never even met him personally. We will always remember his strength & his smile.
May 8, 2012
Karen Staton
My prayers are with you and with all your family. I have heard so much about Aidan from Victoria's family when she was also at Texas Childrens Hospital. Aidan's smile makes your heart melt, you can feel how special he was by seeing that warm smile in his picture. May Aidan be free of pain and suffering and be able to smile down at all of his family that loved him so much. I pray that all of you find strength in his smile to get you through the days to follow.
May 8, 2012
Jenifer & Edward Burdette
So sorry for your loss. He is a real HERO!!! God Bless!!!
May 8, 2012
Mary Whitehouse
Praying for you all! Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of Aidan's family.
May 8, 2012
Alyssa Torres
Praying for your family at this difficult time. I didn't personally know Aidan, but his smile was absolutely refreshing. I have followed his story through Facebook and feel eternally blessed to have gotten to follow his story and be blessed to have seen his beautiful smile!
May 8, 2012
Belem Gomez-Tiani
Aidan was an angel who lived on earth sharing his love and teaching us how to embrace life. He sure will be missed. Praying for Kelli, Jared and Jaxon; may God heal their broken hearts and help them soon find peace.
May 8, 2012
JANET TORRENCE
May God continue to care for this family and surround them with Aiden's smile daily. Sending peace and prayers from People Who Need Prayers..World Wide Prayer Chain
May 8, 2012
Thank you for sharing Aidan's life with us. Such a warrior and an inspiration.
May 8, 2012
Cody & Stacey Custer
Our hearts and prayers are with you. We know your pain and pray for you everyday.
All our love,
Cody, Stacey, Lacey & Brett
May 8, 2012
Claney
Jarred, Kelli and Jax,
Our heartfelt sympathies to all of you and your families. We will be thinking of you tonight as you celebrate the precious life of Aidan.
Much Love, Cheryl and John
May 8, 2012
Laura Garcia
Thinking of you and your family. We will miss Aidan's sweet smile. God bless you.
May 8, 2012
Peni Green
Sweet Aidan with a smile that would brighten your day, we love you and miss you. We will take good care of your parents. Praying for them daily that they find peace and comfort. I can only imagine you are playing with the most amazing dinosaurs ever!
May 8, 2012
Amy Cassidy
You will forever be in my prayers. Jordan, my 4 yr old said, "God, please let Aidan be a happy angel and let him make lots of new friends in Heaven." I know he is!
May 8, 2012
Lori Baumgarten
Praying for you and your family.
May 8, 2012
My heart breaks for your precious family. I pray the Lord will give you strength during these days and peace that only comes from Him.
Teresa McNeill, Americus, GA
May 8, 2012
Jessi Wade
Kelli, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
May 7, 2012
April Jimenez
Lifting your family up in prayers tonight..praying that God will guide you all & give you strength in these trying times.R.I.P. Aidan.No more suffering.
May 7, 2012
Leticia Delgado
My prayer's r with the McSpadden family during there time of loss... God Bless u Aidan!
May 7, 2012
Jennifer Kollaja
Heaven needed an angel with smiles. Aidan was a true inspiration and will always be an inspiration. May God give you the strength and guidance you need. My deepest sympathy are with the McSpadden family. God bless.
May 7, 2012
Susan Franklin
Words can not express how great your lost must be. He is now smiling and playing with Jesus in heaven. Our prayers go out to all three of you.
May 7, 2012
Leslie Kruszynski
I look forward to hearing all of the wonderful memories tomorrow as we celebrate Aidan's life. It was such an honor for me to be a small part of his big story. I enjoyed chasing him around the park trying to catch him fast enough for pictures. I look forward to helping you guys create new memories with Jax. God bless.
May 7, 2012
Kristal Precht
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way. I will never forget his beautiful face and smile. A true little hero...
May 7, 2012
Renee Cavazos
Aidan's story has touched my heart. The Lord gave Aidan to you and you shared him with others. Lives have been changed, hearts have been blessed and love has been victorious. Our hearts are soft to the sadness of your goodbye but filled to overflowing with joy of a young life recognized and celebrated! I know without a doubt that Aidan is now dancing before His Lord. God's blessings on you and your family.
May 7, 2012
Robyn Tillman
My sincerest prayers and many shed tears are for you all. May the Lord bless with peace that surpasses all understanding.
May 7, 2012
Heide Fallin
Our prayers are with you and your family. Aidan was a sweet boy and he will be truly missed.
May 7, 2012
Kim Tran
Praying for you and your family.
May 7, 2012
Kellie and Ander Starlin
Jarred, Kelli and Jax,
We are hearbroken over your loss, but somehow still thankful that Aidan is eternally healthy, and his tummy isn't hurting anymore. Words cannot express our sympathy, or all that we want to say to you. We love you and are thinking of you and praying for you all. We will see you soon.
May 7, 2012
Kim Tran
May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. I am praying for all of you.
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