Support for Ben and Mary after the loss of their baby James

It is with a heavy heart to share that my brother Ben and his wife Mary have had to say goodbye to their first child. Sweet Baby James, we love you so much.

From the moment he arrived on 2/22/2025 he was absolutely perfect in every way. Shortly after birth, doctors became concerned about his heart and lungs, and over the next six days, James was transported by helicopter to two different hospitals for specialized care. Despite the tireless efforts of his medical team, they discovered an infection, and he was placed on an ECMO machine in the Children's Hospital Colorado as they fought to save him. After spending just a few days in the NICU, on 2/28/2025, our family had to face the unimaginable—saying goodbye to our precious James.

In the midst of this heartbreak, I am starting this GoFundMe to help support Ben and Mary with medical and funeral expenses. Our family is devastated, but we find comfort in knowing that James will always be a part of us. His presence, though brief, has left an everlasting imprint on our hearts. We are grateful for your support and prayers during this difficult time.