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Ryder Brooks Obituary

Ryder Allen Brooks was born 9:33 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2013. He granted his family our wish to have some time of love, joy and affection with him before he returned to God at 10:36 a.m. In that short time, Ryder knew only love, having been baptized by his pastors and cuddled by his family. How quietly he tiptoed into our world, only a moment he stayed, but what an impact his footprints have left on our heart. He is survived by his loving parents, Scott and Erin Brooks; grandparents, Barry and Jennifer Brooks, and David and Marleen DeLauder; and great-grandfather Roy "Pop" Collins.
Visitation will be held at Thrasher Memorial United Methodist Church in Vinton 5 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2013, with a memorial service following at 6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, we request donations be made to: Isaiah's Promise, www.isaiahspromise.net; or Sustaining Grace, www.sustaininggrace.org. Online condolences may be expressed at www.oakeys.com
Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221.

Published by Roanoke Times on Mar. 10, 2013.
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I got to hold my first little grandson Ryder.What a joy it was too.He is a treasure & our little "Warrior".He will be in my heart forever & always..

Grandmother
Jennifer Brooks

April 2, 2013

I do not know you but to know that your child is with God is an amazing thing to know. I lost my youngest daughter at age 26, and no she wasn't a baby but she was my baby. Rest assured that your child is with God's Heavenly Angels and wears his wings proudly!

March 17, 2013

Dear Brooks Family:
I do not know you but read your story on the Saranoni site. You exemplify love, compassion, grace, and kindness. I truly hope Ryder will guide you in your grief and bring love into your life with abundance as he watches over you through your earthly journey without him.

Anonymous In Canada

March 15, 2013

Erin, Scott, David, & Marleen, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious angel - Ryder. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.

Clyde & Eleanor Marks

March 15, 2013

Erin and Scott, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Erin you might remember me, I was your first babysitter, besides the child care center at LGH. I do believe this is the hardest thing God can give a family, the loss of a child. I am sure you took lots of pictures and will treasure those precious minutes you had with Ryder. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marlene and David, I am prayer for you guys also, please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Love,

Dee Washburn

March 15, 2013

Prayers for you and your family. I know the pain your going through.God bless you and your angel baby. I don't know you but just wanted to say sorry for your loss.

Marie Richmond

March 14, 2013

Although I do not know you all, I sadly know the pain your going through. Stay strong. The Lord is always with you. Your little angel is in the safest place. God bless.

Diamond Rowland

March 14, 2013

Scott, Erin, Marleen, David, and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your son and grandson, Ryder.
Rich and Charanne Wagner (Wildwood neighbors)

March 13, 2013

Scott, Erin and family, We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of Ryder. Thank you for sharing your precious story and picture. My nephew and I met Scott at work a couple of months ago when he set up my nephew's service at his new house. We remember his kindness and he told us about his family and baby. We are so saddened and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tamra Atkinson & Nick

March 12, 2013

Scott & Erin you are in my thoughts & prayers with the loss of your son Ryder.
May God give you peace at this time & the days ahead.
Love, Aunt JoAnne & family

March 12, 2013

SCOTT AND ERIN I CAN NOT IMAGINE THE PAIN YOU HAVE RIGHT NOW BUT JUST KNOWING THAT YOU GOT TO SPEND TIME WITH YOUR SON IS A BLESSING. I THOUGHT ALOT ABOUT WHAT THE PREACHER SAID ABOUT ALL YOUR SON SEEN AND FELT WAS LOVE AND I AM SO GLAD THAT YOUR FAMILY GOT TO SHARE THAT WITH LITTLE RIDER. I WILL KEEP YA'LL IN MY THOUGHTS FOR THE DAYS TO COME. I REALLY FEEL LIKE YOU TO ARE REALLY STRONG.

ANGELA TOLLEY-BETHEL

March 12, 2013

Erin and Scott,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. You have shared such a moving and loving story. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that God chose you to love and cherish Ryder for his brief time on earth.
With Love and Deepest sympathy,
Valerie and Doug Ricedorf and family

Valerie Ricedorf

March 11, 2013

We were so very to learn of your loss. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you as you mourn the loss of your son.

Paul and Lisa Hartge

March 11, 2013

I don't know you but My heart goes out to you. God bless your hearts.

Sandy Talbott

March 11, 2013

I don't know you at all, but I saw your beautiful picture and I just can't help but say how much it touched me.Your baby got to have 2 birthdays in the same day, his earthly and heavenly birthday.I know you will miss him. I will be praying for you daily.

Amanda Adkins

March 11, 2013

My thought and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your lose.

Annette Carter

March 11, 2013

Scott and Erin, my heart is breaking for you guys as you go through this very difficult time in your lives. I wish I could be there at the memorial for little Ryder but I will be thinking of you guys this evening. Lean on the great people you have around you and rely on God to get you through this time.

March 11, 2013

Dear Scott, Erin, and family,

I was so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Ryder (what a beautiful name). Please know we are here for you if you need anything and our prayers are with you during this time of sadness.

Deborah Ellis (Cox Inc. Family)

March 11, 2013

Scott and Erin,

I am very sorry for your loss and am praying for you both.

Alene Stallman

March 11, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mary Snapp

March 11, 2013

Scott, Erin, and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. May your faith provide you comfort in this time of sadness, knowing that you will see him again one day.

Brian Rickerson

March 11, 2013

Erin and Scott,

I'm glad you got to spend time with precious Ryder. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my heart and I'm praying for you.

Kristen Abbott
(Bonsack Baptist Church)

March 11, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Brooks family during this very difficult time.

March 11, 2013

Erin and Scott - I am very sad to hear about the loss of your special and beautiful baby, Ryder. My heartfelt condolences to you all. May God give you the strength to bear this grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Heather Carpenter (daughter of Lyn Kraje - a friend of your Mom.)

Heather Carpenter

March 10, 2013

my heart breaks for you all...im so sorry for your loss. please know we are all praying for you guys as you face the days ahead

nicole boothe

March 10, 2013

Erin, Scott, Marleen and David,

Our hearts go out to you on the death of your precious son and grandson, Ryder. What a blessing to be able to have him in your arms immediately after his birth. Your pictures of him on facebook are so beautiful. Please accept our deepest sympathies and may God grant you comfort and peace.

Lyn and Brennan Kraje

March 10, 2013

Truely sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in thought and prayer. Love to all, Jerry and Jeannie Turner

March 10, 2013

Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.Love to all...Jerry and Jeannie Turner

March 10, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Hope Perrin

March 10, 2013

Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are deeply saddened for your loss.
Love,
Gary, Barbara and Savannah

March 10, 2013

Erin, Scott and family:

My heart goes out to you at this very, very sad time! Please know my prayers are with each of you!

With love, and sympathy
Carolyn (Lane)

Carolyn Kurgan

March 10, 2013

Scott ERIN THERE are no words to heal a broken heart.GOD BE WITH YOU AND THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY.LOVE U GOD BLESS YOUR AUNT JEAN

JEAN MORAN

March 10, 2013

Scott and Erin,

We are truly sorry for your loss.

Carla Evans

March 10, 2013

A precious Angel. This touched my heart and I'm so sorry for your loss.

Kathie Pickrall

March 10, 2013

Erin and Scott,
We are so sorry for your loss, but what a blessing your little angle has been. We love you.

March 10, 2013

Scott,Erin Jen &Barry sending my deepest sympathy to all of you and a hug .Linda Moran-Shook

March 10, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers for your family. May you all be comforted in the days ahead.

Tina Chewning

March 10, 2013

Scott and Jennifer- I am so sorry - this is when faith is really tested. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Jane Layman

March 10, 2013

Sorry for your loss.

Laura

March 10, 2013

Our sympathy is extended to the entire family on the loss of your little one.

May you find peace and comfort knowing you were able to spend precious time with Ryder.

Please know our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

Sandra & Ronnie Bell

March 10, 2013

Barry and Jennifer,

We were so sorry to hear about your grandson. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Allen and Rita Bennett

March 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your hearts be comforted by the peace and love of our Father in Heaven, knowing that your angel is with Him and that they love you.

Krista and BR Wirt

March 10, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Ann @Walgreens

March 10, 2013

Sorry for your loss is a very inadequate but truly heartfelt statement. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad and difficult time.

You will always have the memories of the time spent with your precious little boy, Ryder. The photograph, is not only beautiful but it will become a means of healing and remmemberance.

Please know we are thinking of you all.

sandra & ronnie bell

March 10, 2013

To the Brooks family,
My deepest sympathies & love goes out to all of you, but also joy in having time to spend with your little angel. I am so sorry for your loss. May your upcoming days be ever brighter knowing God has a special angel to watch over you.

Vicki Saulton

March 10, 2013

so sorry for your lose

March 10, 2013

Erin I'm sorry to hear of your and Scott's loss. I'm glad you were able to spend time with Ryder.

Cristy Hare

March 10, 2013

Our hearts are heavy for your family this morning. We're praying for comfort and peace from our Heavenly Father.
Love, Joyce and Roy

Joyce and Roy Keneda

March 10, 2013

Love you so much. So sorry we can't be there. What a beautiful little boy. So glad you had pictures. You are in our prayers

Randy & Nancy Dunson

March 10, 2013

thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Now you have a little angel to watch over you. so sorry for your loss. Glad you were able to spend some time with him.

Marcy Goff (Malina)

March 10, 2013

May God grant you the peace that passes all understanding! God Bless YOU ALL!!

Amy Howard

March 10, 2013

My thoughts are with your family. I pray that you have peace and know that Ryder is in a better place! May God comfort you in your time of need.

Tabitha Sutphin

March 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. I am so very sorry for your loss.

debbie dickerson

March 10, 2013

Dear Loved ones, Words can not express the sorrow and saddness in my heart. Like the footprints in the sand, let God carry you through these next few month. Erin you have always had a special place in my heart, I pray God will comfort you and your family as only he can do til the day he takes us all home to be with the ones waiting on us to join them. Love Patty, Charlie & Sarah Fuller

Patty Fuller

March 10, 2013

To the most loving incredible family we know. May God be with you in the coming days and forever. Ryder earned his wings and is among the angels.

Donnie and Kristen Graves

March 10, 2013

May you feel God's presence as you give your little one back to God. Our love and prayers as with you.

Ronnie & Brenda Brooks

March 10, 2013

Mary taylor

March 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Erin & Scott and family ! Heaven has a little angel. May God be with you all!
Love You!
Bootie Bell Chewning
Vinton Va.

March 10, 2013

Many prayers and much love to the both of you. Ryder impacted more lives in his time on earth than you could imagine. He is dancing with Jesus and you will be united again one day. We love you!

Jennifer Hall

March 10, 2013

Brooks Family,
May your memories of little Ryder help you get through the difficult days ahead.
GOD BLESS YOU.

Linda & Henry Goode

March 10, 2013

A precious Angel. This touched my heart and I'm so sorry for your loss.

Kathie Pickrall

March 10, 2013

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