Abrienne Madeline Van Vorst's Obituary
Obituary of Abrienne Madeline Van Vorst
Abrienne Madeline Van Vorst, aged 3 years and 11 months, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 29, 2017, after complications of hydranencephaly. She was born on Jan. 2, 2014 in Newark, DE to Justin Leager and Ashley Van Vorst. She was always happy, with a smile that lit up the world. She had contagious laughter, and her presence cheered anyone who was in the room with her. She enjoyed snuggles with Mommy, Daddy, MeMom and Pop Pop. She loved playtime with her sister, and watching her favorite movie, The Little Mermaid.
She was preceded in death by her Paternal Grandfather: William Bradley Leager, and Maternal Grandparents Edward and Madeline Beebe
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her sister, Augustine Leager, She is also survived by her Maternal Grandparents: Kevin Van Vorst, Sr. and Kerry Van Vorst; Grandmother Theresa Parsons; and Paternal Grandparents: Russell and Shelia Leager. She has two Uncles: Kevin Van Vorst, Jr. and Aaron Van Vorst; two Aunts: Katelin Parsons and Bryanna Parsons.
Abrienne also has many cousins, extended family and friends. Also a special note of thanks to all the families of the Global Hydranencephaly Foundation who supported Abrienne and her family.
A Memorial Service in her honor and celebrating her life will be held at the Wesley UMC Sanctuary in Georgetown at 4:00 PM on Sunday, January 7, 2018, with a calling hour for visiting with the family one hour prior. Rev. Sheryl Allston will officiate. Interment arrangements are private.
Flowers are welcomed, or for those preferring making a memorial contribution, either to the Global Hydranencephaly Foundation, 9333 McAuliffe Lane NW, Silverdale, WA 98383; or the Alana Rose Foundation, P.O. Box 1241, Ocean View, DE 19970, in Abrienne's honor.
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