Thursday, September 25, 2008

Jackson - Deseret News Obituary




Jackson Burton Rich Our Beautiful Boy Jackson Burton Rich, our beautiful joyful baby boy, returned to the presence of his Heavenly Father on September 23, 2008.Jackie leaves his family and extended loved ones with so many wonderful memories. His blue eyes were captivating and through them we all saw the light of Christ. His smile and laugh were unforgettable and his countenance pure. Our hearts are heavy, but our spirits confident in the knowledge that he lives on in the glories of the heavenly home he was not long gone from. Jack, born May 20, 2007 brought immeasurable joy to his family and gave only sweet love in his short life, and it was returned in abundance by his parents Coby and Tiffany, older brother Corbin, grandparents James and Joanne Rich, Wayne and Laurie Burton, aunts, uncles and countless extended family members. His loving memory and example of innocent love will forever be in our hearts. You are our little guardian angel. Memorial Services will be held noon Saturday at the LDS Chapel on 5980 South 1300 West. A viewing will be held prior the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers a memorial you are welcome to contribute to a memorial fund set up for Jackson at any America First Credit Union. Many thanks go out to all those who helped to save our baby and those whose love and support we feel so deeply.

4 comments:

Jenny H said...

Beautiful Boy.

Grant and Alli said...

Oh Mel, it just breaks my heart! He is such a sweet little boy! We are in the same ward as the Rich's..I couldn't believe it, we live right behind them.

Brooke said...

Mel, I am so sorry! What an aweful thing to endure! They will definately be in our prayers. He is so darling!

Chris & Breanne Coccimiglio said...

He couldn't be more beautiful!! That is so sad! It makes my heart hurt. I can't even imagine what they are going through. Our thoughts and prayers will be with them.