Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.
Declan Marnell was born on the 4th of April 2005 at 11.54 and died suddenly in his Mummy's arms on the 14th of January 2008. We have never got a reason why and probably never will get a reason or come close to understanding why Declan, a healthy perfect little boy was taken without reason.
Declan was the most amazing little boy anybody could ever meet and I feel proud to say that I am his Mummy. He made people around him smile every day and even now with him gone, he is remembered with a smile.He was cheeky in a very cute way and always up to mischief.
Declan also had a very caring side to him and always asked people around him 'you ok?'. At Nursery he was loved and enjoyed cheering other children up, it was like he was sent here to make other people happy, to show us all what life is really about. Life without him is not the same and not a day goes by Declan isn't remembered by his family. He was a great little brother to Aidan and would be a great big brother to his sister Leigha if he was still here.
The 2years,9months,10days,2 hours and 6 minutes he has given us were the most amazing in our life and we treasure every memory we have with him. 'Til we meet again xxx
All donations from this page are linked to the Scottish Cot Death Trust but please feel free to also donate to the SUDC (Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood) Foundation as they also support families like us all over the world.
Thank you for your time reading about Declan and helping us to keep his memory alive.
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Thinking of you always Declan but especially today on your birthday.
Your Grandad xx
Jim Marnell
26th August 2017
Sadly missed and still Loved Far Too Much To Ever Be Forgotten
Grandad xx
Jim Marnell
26th August 2017
I just happened across this and my heart is broken in two. Such a sweet boy and to never know why, is beyond comprehension. I have a 3 year old grandson and I can't imagine the pain and horror you have been through. I would gladly have taken his place, he never got to live his life, but the life he lived touched so many. My heart breaks for you, just remember, there is someone across the pond who has Declan and you in her heart. Shelbie Johnston, San Jose, California USA
Shelbie
26th August 2017
Candles
....just wished to convey a prayer to Little Declan's family ...I'm just a stranger ....sending love and prayers...
Lit by Carol from Maryland on 14th January 2014
I may be a stranger, far away here in the United States, but just wanted to take a few minutes to reflect on your Loved One...little Declan...
Lit by Carol on 14th January 2014
Heartfelt sympathy to you all a gran xx
Lit by Jean Clyde on 30th December 2012