William Blake Burns

Sunday, March 05, 2006

October 10, 2005 - March 5, 2006

Our sweet Will is now in heaven. No more pain, no more surgeries, no more suffering. He is perfect.

Will passed away at 2:05 this morning. He was surrounded by his mommy, daddy, uncle joe and shauna.

He went peacefully. We miss him so much.

Will has touched so many lives in his short little life... more than most of us will in a lifetime.

We are in the process of making plans to fly back to Nashville. We will update as soon as we know the arrangements.

posted by Stephanie Burns @ 2:57 AM  

30 Comments:

  • At 3:52 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Josh and Stephanie your are in our thoughts and prayers. I cannot even begin to imagnine what you are feeling at this point. You two are some of the most incredable people I have ever known, and the funniest. Tawnya and I have enjoyed getting to know you and thank you for letting us be a (small) part of your journy with little Will. Our hearts hurt for the two of you. At the same time we smile knowing that we will see little Will again thanks to the sacrific that Jesus made for us. And when we see him again he will be in no pain, on no drugs, no tubes and not a single blemish on him. It ment so much to me to go in to that room tonight and have the privlige to see Will and pray with Josh. The two of you will never know how much that ment to me. Little Will touched a lot of lives a lot of whom you don't know amd may never know. Please know as I told you tonight, if there is anything that Tawnya and I can do for you please call(H-605-945-0113, C-605-280-2247.) We love you guys, you will always be apart of our heart family.

    May the Peace of the Lord be with you

    Tim, Tawnya, Kynlee and Little Will's heart buddy Kellen Strauser
    carepage: KellenStrauser

    PS Stephanie I don't want to hear about my miss spellings and typos.:)

     

  • At 6:35 AM, Blogger Terri and Fam said…

    I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Those words which we have typed so many times that I prayed that I would not have to type this morning. I can't even imagine how hard this is but know that Will is sitting at the feet of Jesus. One day Will will get to wrap his arms around you again.

    In our prayers as you face a very difficult week.

    Terri
    Heart Family as well
    www.grabbfamily.com

     

  • At 6:45 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    We are so very sorry for your loss, but rejoice knowing that he's not hurting any longer and is in the best place we could all possibly hope to be one day. Thank you so much for sharing your precious Will's life with so many who have prayed for him for so long. Our prayers will continue to be with you as you grieve.
    In Him,
    Chris and Cathy Elrod

     

  • At 6:51 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I can't remember if I have ever posted on Will's page as I post on so many but not a day has gone by that I have not checked his page or prayed all of you. At this time I pray that you take comfort in knowing that Will is with Jesus. Jesus is holding him and loving him and will take care of him until we all meet him again someday. He is getting to meet all the angels who have gone before him (seems like so many lately) and he is looking down on mommy and daddy with loving eyes and giving you strength. Praying for you in the hard days to come.

     

  • At 7:01 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    --And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.--

    Though you feel incredible hurt and loss, I know you can take comfort knowing your baby will never shed one more tear, never feel any fear or pain. That tiny laugh you were blessed to experienced once is heard all over heaven today, and you will hear it again.

     

  • At 7:57 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I am so very sorry for your loss. you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Michele ( HLHS Angel's Momma)

     

  • At 8:12 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Josh, Stephanie and family. We are so sorry for your loss! We have been checking on Will daily for weeks and feel as if we know all of you. What a special family you are and what a wonderful extended family you have! Lean on them and allow yourself to be taken care of - the way you took care of your precious angel. Know you are being prayed for and thought of often. May God Bless all of you during this most difficult time. Matt & Lise Williams (and family) - friends of the Lowries

     

  • At 8:18 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Will's courageous fight is now over and Will is the victor! He is in Heaven with our Lord God and Savior. Will now understands what we do not.

    Will has touched so many lives, he will always be in all our hearts, Lord haste the day that we can all be together again, forever. Amen.

    Love, Uncle Big O Joe, Aunt Becky, Adam & Andrea

     

  • At 8:24 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Our hearts are breaking, as I know are yours. Qw only have this to old on to: Will is free of his imperfect body and is now completely whole. I am thankful for that, and I am thankful that God shared this precious angel with so many. As you feel the huge void of his absence, rest in the promise that he is singing and dancing now.

    We will see you soon,
    Aunt Sally, Uncle Scott, Alan and David

     

  • At 8:26 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    There are no words...little Will is now resting peacefully in Jesus' arms. I am deeply sorry for your loss and I will keep praying for you all and your family. God Bless you.
    Mandy

     

  • At 8:31 AM, Blogger Saving Little Hearts said…

    I am so sorry for your loss. I know no words can be said to ease your pain. Just know that we are here. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask.

    Karin Coulter
    Saving Little Hearts

     

  • At 9:39 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I am so very sorry for your loss - my heart breaks for you and the tears in my eyes are those of a mother who has not walked in your shoes, but sympathizes deeply with you. Your little Will now has his heavenly perfect body, being cuddled by his Maker and for that I rejoice - bittersweetly. As Barbara Johnson (Women of Faith) says, you now have a "deposit in heaven".
    Praying God will comfort and strengthen you now and for times to come.
    "He gives strength to the weary, and to him who lacks might He increases power" Isaiah 40:29
    "Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand."
    May God bless you richly,
    Karen May
    (Friend of Kellen, Tim and Tawnya)

     

  • At 9:43 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    God bless you! You have shown so much strength through Will's sickness. You are an inspiration to others of us that are dealing with our own battles. Brad and I will be praying for God to lift you up and give you strength. Will is God's Will and as you said he is perfect! We love you.

    Brad, Natalie, Laine and Luke McAmis

     

  • At 10:40 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I am so sorry for your loss, I will continue to pray for your family as you expierence this devasting loss.

    Love Michelle Jolley
    Carepages Jolleyfamily and babyjolley

     

  • At 10:55 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Josh and Stephanie,
    I am so sorry for the loss of baby Will, but know that he is in the arms of Jesus and one day you will get to see your precious baby. I will pray for the both of you. If there is anything I can do, or that you need, let me know.
    Your friend,
    Kenneth

     

  • At 10:59 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Josh and Stephanie -
    I am so sorry for your loss. Will is at peace where he can run and play in the sun. You and your family now have a very special guardian angel watching you. Know that I am thinking of you.
    Love,
    Nurse Sarah from Michigan

     

  • At 11:37 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I am very close to the Perdue family and have kept up with God's Will since birth. I have talked to my 2nd Grade Bible class about how much God's Will taught me with-out saying a word. The power in his face; and the determination he gave to stay with his Mom and Dad are commendable; but the Father of all needed him! Praise God that He provided the way so that all of us can join Will! Josh and Stephanie, we will pray that your hearts will heal and that you can see how you were blessed to have this Little Man for just a little while. Stay strong together; depending on your God to lead you to your Will! In deep love and appreciation; Oconee Hendrix

     

  • At 12:08 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Trust in God and look to Him for peace and comfort - know that Will is now your guardian angel, watching over you until you see each other again!

    Sieglinda Hoodenpyle
    Chattanooga, TN
    (Saving Little Hearts family)

     

  • At 12:09 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I myself have been very good friends of the Perdues now for about a year now and they have kept me up to date with Will. My heart breaks for you and for Will's great-grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Perdue as well. However, I take comfort in knowing that Will is in Heaven with our Wonderful Lord and doesn't have to suffer anymore whatsoever. May God bless all of your family and loved ones during this time. More importantly, may God bless little Will and the way that God was amble to use him in this life. May God always be with you!

     

  • At 12:13 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Dearest Stephanie and Josh,
    My heart hurts for your loss. I am just so thankful we have a God that loves and helps us through our saddest of times.
    Your Will has been an inspiratation to so many.
    God Bless you and your families.

    Sue
    HPC / Nashville

     

  • At 12:49 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Stephanie and Josh,
    My hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. I feel very fortunate to have meet the both of you and especially Will. He was an amazing little boy. We may have not known each other for long but please know I think of you both as wonderful parents and as a friend. If you need anything please let me know. This has been a difficult journey that we may not have the answers of WHY at this time but know that God will lift you as he is now holding your perfect son in his arms.

    Susan Waggoner
    Saving Little Hearts

     

  • At 1:54 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    With tears streaming down my face, I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine what you are experiencing at this moment. I am in Jay & Lisa Jo's Sunday School class. I would check on God's Will almost daily from the very beginning. I have never met you, but I feel like I am gotten to know you. You are a such special people and He was so lucky to have parents like you. Stay strong together in your faith knowing that your child is in heaven.

    Mitzi May

     

  • At 1:59 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Josh & Stephanie,
    May God continue to hold you in the palm of His hand as he has throughout this journey you have been on. What an inspiration you and Will have been to many and know that we weep with you today but shout for joy that God's Will is whole! We are here when you return to Nashville and please let us know if we can be of any help at all.
    Brian & Annemarie Williams
    Saving Little Hearts

     

  • At 3:24 PM, Blogger Mama Barn said…

    Josh and Steph;
    Russ told me that he wasn't working afterall next week when I walked in the door after church this morning, and I said "Well I'd like to really go see Will before they go back to Tennessee." He didn't answer me but then I kicked my 15 year old off the computer and got on here and WOW!. I am so sorry. So, so, so sorry. From the bottom of my heart. Please know that I grieve with you. My heart is so broken for you both. Now he's with the girls, Sierra, Kylee, Jorianna and our little Eliya. (Did you see her picture on Mama Barn?) I wish like heck I could be there with you at this time.
    It really helps to have people with you that has gone thru this also. It's like they are instant family.

    My heart is with you and Josh,
    Please call me when you feel like it.
    #269-544-2790
    I'd also like a funeral book of Will sent to us @Hayward's
    8820 w Q avenue
    Mattawan, MI 49071
    Love ya,
    Angela

     

  • At 3:51 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Josh and Stephanie,
    We are so sorry about little Will. We are praying for God to comfort you and give you strength. If there is anything we can do please let us know.

    Love, Kevin and Sally Green
    P.S. We met you at Vandy. Our son Allen was in the PCCC and his heart surgery in September was done by Bove.

     

  • At 5:17 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Dearest Stephanie & Josh,'
    God Bless you both! Our hearts
    are broken for you two and all the
    pain you are going through! We feel so helpless and wish we were closer to be of some comfort. Dear
    little Will gave his all with such
    a hard fight and struggle but now
    God has taken away his pain & suffering.
    We just want you to know how we, our church, and friends are praying to God for blessings and peace in your struggling hearts.
    More later, dear ones, after you
    have had a chance to get some needed rest. We will call soon.
    Love, hugs & kisses, Gina & Pops

     

  • At 7:02 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Josh and Steph,

    I want you to know how very sorry we are for your loss of sweet Baby Will. I have followed the blog daily and have had my office pray for him and his recovery. It breaks my heart to hear this news because he had fought so hard. I can tell Will had touched many hearts and he and you were inspirations to us all.

    Love, Becky & Rick Hopper, and Kenny Flippin

     

  • At 7:19 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I am so sorry to hear about baby Will. I have been checking in on you guys for months and have been praying for you daily. I live in Knoxville and we have lots of prayer warriors here lifting you up to the Lord in prayer. I pray that God will be glorified through all of your circumstances.
    Love and prayers,
    Melissa Marti
    Heart mom
    Carepage: AdamDanielMarti

     

  • At 8:29 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    how bittersweet the news of Will.

    ..ye that labor and are heavy laden, lean upon the dear Lord's breast - ye that labor and are heavey laden, come and I will give you rest.

    What a long, hard battle you have all fought. Faith is the victory that overcomes the world. I give praise to God that you have remained faithful through Will's ups and downs.

    Will is at sweet peace with my amazing father (battled heart disease) and my amazing Father. May God, your family/friends, and time overwhelm you with peace that passeth all understanding.

    Will's laugh.. Will's "good" days.. were all gifts from the Father. I - we - all of us who have blogged - are changed for the better because of His works through Will. God can do amazing things through ordinary people, Will's story is no exception.

    What a testimony you are to parenting.. unconditional, relentless parenting. I am moved.

    Thank you for sharing your lives with us. Trust that you will not long be forgotten nor fail to be lifted in prayer.

    i forget who said it.. but there's a quote about how "someday we will meet in heaven and talk about how strange and wonderful being human was".. Let your faith and hope guide you through a life that leads to Heaven so that you may have that very discussion with William Blake Burns.

    With pierced heart and much Christian love,
    Amy In Memphis

     

  • At 2:03 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I've been checking the site once or twice a week, and just signed on today and got the news. I am in tears and my heart is breaking for you guys. I have been so moved by your tenacity in caring for Will. No stone unturned. Absolute devotion. We know he is in heaven, but I know being out of your care is so very hard.

    I will pray for your rest and sanity over the coming weeks and months. At the pace you've been keeping, know that the schedule of a normal life will hit hard.

    David Scott

     

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