Elijah Michael Shihad
December 17, 2002 - February 27, 2006
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Elijah Michael Shihad
December 17, 2002 - February 27, 2006
Obituary
ELIJAH ‘E’ MICHAEL SHIHAD
Elijah ?E? Michael Shihad took his first breath in Heaven on Monday, February 27, 2006 at 3:17 in the morning at the tender age of 3. Born on December 17, 2002 in Anaheim, CA to Mike and Connie Shihad of Rancho Santa Margarita, California, this little angel began his earthly mission.
Big ?E? was diagnosed with AML Leukemia at ten months old and began aggressive chemotherapy treatments, which lasted until July 2004. He entered remission soon after induction in December 2003. Living life as he should, building his train collection, indulging in his Thomas movies, taking train rides as far as Hawaii, Elijah relapsed in April 2005. He underwent a stem cell transplant soon after and was able to come home in August. During recovery, our angel baby relapsed once again in November. In an attempt to prepare him for another transplant, he endured 3 more cycles of treatments until January 2006.
As we took on this journey, big ‘E’ took a journey of his own. He managed to bring together people from all over the world through his strength and courage. He touched lives by sharing with them his lively smiles and bright spirit. He taught lessons of life by loving his Mom and Dad as though they were perfect. He also leaves behind his Grandparents Romy Mila, Milad, Isis; Godparents Matt, Joy, Ken, Bridget; Uncles and Aunts Ramon, Lori, Rin, Darwin, Daniel; Cousins Vincent, Nathan, Nikki, Kirstin, Bryan and his best buddy Trent. Once he fulfilled his mission, he reached out and took his Creator’s hand to return to His Heavenly Kingdom where we will once again be reunited with him. For now, we will work towards fulfilling our own mission that God has given us through our sweetest angel baby. May he rest in peace!
Visitation will be on Thursday & Friday, March 2nd & 3rd, 2006 from 6-9 P.M. at O’Connor Laguna Hills Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, California.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 4th 2006 ~ 9:30 A.M. at San Francisco Solano Catholic Church, 22082 Antonio Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
An Interment will follow immediately at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, 7845 Santiago Canyon Road, Orange, California.
129 responses to Elijah Michael Shihad
David and Samara Kuaile says:
March 3, 2006
Mike and Connie,
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. God bless and continue to take care of each other.
Dr Anthony O'Sullivan says:
March 3, 2006
Thanks to Elijah this year’s Christmas meant so much more. In the midst of the rush to spend money on so much stuff, Elijah’s suffering and bravery and that of his parents lifted my eyes above the madness of materialism and remember God and His gift of life everlasting. I am sure I will never look at Christmas the same. May God bless you Mike and Connie, with peace and comfort of knowing Elijah has blessed so many in this world – and the next.
Fabienne Rosenbaum says:
March 3, 2006
Dearest Mike, Connie and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss.
We feel so blessed to have met Elijah on several occasions. Your little Angel has touched so many hearts and has left an indelible impression on all of us.
May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace.
The Rosenbaums
Faith Harp says:
March 3, 2006
Mike and Connie,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. My sincerest condolences
to you and your family at this time.
Faith Harp
Hai-uy Dang says:
March 3, 2006
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones shines down to let us know they are with us.
With Sympathy
Hai