Angel Ellie

Our sweet niece, Ellie, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 31 at 15 months old.  Our hearts are so heavy for Rachel & Scott.  Ellie was a precious gift, and loved by many!!  Rachel was the perfect mother for Ellie and she is a great example to me.  We are so lucky to have known Ellie in the short time she was here.  

"…the spirits of those who are righteous are received into a state of happiness, which is called paradise, a state of rest, a state of peace, where they shall rest from all their troubles and from all care, and sorrow." - Alma 40:12

"The Lord takes many away, even in infancy, that they may escape the envy of man, and the sorrows and evils of his present world; they were too pure, too lovely, to live on the earth."  - Joseph Smith

Ellie loved bubbles!  We have been blowing lots of bubbles in her memory over the last couple weeks.  Hopefully some bubbles made it up to heaven and kissed her on the nose from all of us.  "May every bubble that we see bring an Ellie memory!" #bubblesforellie

For more details, Rachel has shared Ellie's story on their blog (same blog, new name!):  http://bubblesforellie.blogspot.com

Ellie's Obituary:

Our sweet angel, Ellie Jane Murray, returned to her Heavenly Father on Sunday, Aug. 31, after 15 months of a beautiful but challenging life. She was born May 16, 2013, in American Fork, UT, to Scott Aaron and Rachel Hale Murray.

Diagnosed with Trisomy 4p, a rare chromosomal disorder, Ellie faced a life of physical challenges, but she fought fiercely to overcome her trials and amazed all with what she accomplished. She had a happy disposition, big smiles and a spirit that radiated and put life in perspective for those close to her. People who interacted with Ellie wanted to be better because of knowing her and feeling her spirit. She was loved deeply by her brothers and sister, her parents, grandparents and extended family members. Her mother, father, and Grandma Nancy considered it a privilege and blessing to provide her with around-the-clock care throughout her life.

The family thanks the many doctors, nurses and healthcare workers who helped Ellie, particularly Primary Childrens Hospital, Dr. Bradley Andersons office and Kids on the Move.
Survivors include her parents; her siblings Mason, Brynn and Miles; Grandparents Michael and Linda Murray (Woodland Hills) and Val and Nancy Hale (Orem); Great-grandparents Wallace and Bonnie Allred (Orem) and Shirlee Thompson (Salt Lake City); and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Picture of Scott & Ellie from Rachel's instagram

This last picture was Brandon's photoshop creation.  All the kids have especially loved this picture, because it helps them visualize that Ellie is now with Jesus Christ.  It helps us adults understand too.