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Please visit www.staystrong4life.blogspot.com - a site designed
to inspire Strength and Hope in all of us! Fallon's Spirit
and Strength live on in all of us and she remains a constant
inspiration!
June 21, 2008 Fallon's Memorial Anniversary
Each year passes and it never gets easier to think of Fallie out
of our lives. It has been four long years since that terrible day
in 2004 and still the pain remains, the sorrow still lingers, and
our hearts STILL struggle to get back to whole. But we all
know that will never happen completely. Yet, as the years pass
and as Fallie continues to influence our lives with her love, with
her legacy, we march on and Stay Strong and rely on her example
of Strength to carry on with our lives. Many things change as the
years progress, but one thing remains constant and that is Fallie's
presence in all of our hearts, souls, and lives! That WILL NEVER
change or stop! We miss you Sweetie and think of you ALWAYS!
You are truly Forever in all of Our Hearts! We LOVE YOU and
Thank you for your love from above! -Uncle Doug
March 3, 2008 Fallon's 6th Birthday
Happy Birthday Fallie. We continue to miss you every single day but
your presence is felt in our hearts and souls all the time. We know you
are watching over all of us and send us your signs of love constantly.
We love you!!!
June 21, 2007 Fallon's Third Anniversary
It is almost impossible to conceive that three years ago
today Fallon lost her courageous battle with her cancer! At
times it feels like 10 years, and other times it seems like 10
days ago! One thing is certain however, that no matter the
time that has elapsed since we lost our little beauty, she has
not left our hearts, our thoughts, our minds, or our lives for
one second! Not a day goes by where she does not inspire
me, give me strength to get through tough events, or just remind
me of what truly matters in this life of ours! She continues to
pervade our daily lives and her gifts keep us on the right path!
We miss her as much today as we did that horrific day three
years ago, in fact even more, but she reminds us every single
day that we must carry on , we must live our lives, laugh, cry,
grow and stay strong, and love each other more than ever!
So don't be sad this day, be strong and remember Fallie for
the fleeting gift she was to all of us on this earth - but also for
the enduring source of strength and inspiration she remains to all
of us every day! We love and miss you dearly Fallie! Your love
is Always with us!
March 3, 2007 Fallon's 5th Birthday
Another year has passed in our lives and today Fallie would be
celebrating her 5th Birthday with all of us! So much has occurred in
all of our lives since Fallie's 4th Birthday - Lizanne and Louis added
another O'Toole/McIntyre to the Clan - handsome little Lachlan!! There is so
much to be thankful for in all of our lives, yet every single day, there are
reminders of the continuing hole in our hearts, the the at times unspoken void that
all of us feel when we inevitably think of our little angel Fallie during our
busy days! She is always on our minds, always in our hearts and with every
family milestone, celebration, tragedy, crisis or joyous event, she remains part
of the family as if she were right there with us - her love, and strength
and undeniable effect on all of us is that pervasive, and strong, and true! So
another year we celebrate God lending this sweet and beautiful angel to us
and we reflect on all that we have in our lives - all the love, all the joy, all
the faith and happiness - and we know deep in our heart of hearts that she
remains here with us and provides us with the strength, faith and hope to carry
on with our lives daily - until that day we all will have our own individual chance to
give her the greatest hug and kiss and reconvene right where we left off with her!
So Happy Birthday, Fallie -- we miss you tremendously, we love you immeasurably,
and we Thank You for all you have brought to us through your own love and teaching!
See you shortly...
Love, Uncle Doug... ;)
March 3, 2006 Fallon's 4th Birthday!!!!
Our dear sweet daughter would have been four today. It's hard to believe the day
can still arrive when she is no longer here. Two years ago we celebrated her last
earthly birthday never knowing it would be her last. It STILL seems not possible.
I can recall the sheer joy and the excitement that overcame her when she saw
the "baby" grand piano that was to be her present. She was just so happy and
couldn't wait to begin an impromptu birthday morning recital. It was a great
morning and one of many happy memories that we were blessed to share with her.
To not see someone again is always hard but the thought of knowing you will not see
someone for a very long time can be very extremely painful. Fallon was such a delight
and such a vital force in our families lives. We could always count on her to brighten
our day and provide an awesome hug to let you know that you we were special and
loved. It's pretty neat how magical a two year old's unconditional love can be.
I still visit this web page and sometimes I even forget she is gone. It's as though I am
checking to see how she is doing. I see those blue eyes and still smile and am in awe
of her profound beauty. It's as though her eyes are telling me "Mom I am alright! I
am with you. Go and have a great day! I am by your side always!". Her little face is
still just so comforting to me.
It is also a real treat when I see that someone has taken the time to post a message
and let's us know that they are thinking about Fallon. To know that she is not forgotten
by others is a present in and of itself and brings me to a better place. Don't ever be
afraid to mention Fallon's life or death to any of us. It brings us great comfort to talk
about her and great peace to know that others still care and remember her.
We have learned the bittersweet lesson that life does go on even when you want it to
stop. Aidan turned 5 this year, is in Pre-K, loves ice skating and continues to be a
ball of fire. She's non-stop everything (fun, craziness, energy... You name she's it!).
Tanner just turned three, is in preschool, loves her teachers and friends and just
loves to talk! She too is a spit fire. I don't know where she get's all the energy.
Declan will be two in June. He has the best head of curly hair I have ever seen and
has the personality to match those wild locks. Louis is still working hard to support
all of his energetic children, our two crazy dogs and me. I give him a lot of credit
because we are no easy group of people to live with. If you have some extra prayers
send them his way! I am sure he could use them. We are also expecting baby number
five in mid July. Life does indeed move forward.
Many times I have wondered what our lives would be like if none of this ever happened.
I wonder what Fallon would have like at four, would she still have that terrific personality,
what things would she like to do and talk about... It's a nice place to visit but only
for a moment. Fallon's illness and death DID happen and it altered our lives forever.
Life has a way of unfolding and bringing you unique and different challenges and our goal in life is to
rise and meet those challenges with grace and dignity. Fallon was a true gift given
to us all even if it was for such a brief time period. We feel so blessed to have known
and felt such love. To NOT have had and known Fallon would have been the greater
loss.
March 3rd will always be a day of great joy to us all. We celebrate the day we were
given one of the greatest gifts of life, our daughter Fallon.
Enjoy her birthday and remember to just go out and enjoy life. It doesn't last forever
and it is indeed a gift! Today is a present!
Much Love, Lizanne and family
June 21, 2005
How is it possible that Fallon has been gone for almost one full year?
We still at times are in disbelief that ANY of this ever occurred - but
we unfortunately are brought back to reality when we look at our three
children and know we should instead see four.
A year has passed - The birth of her brother Declan (6/28),
her dad's 46th bithday, her first day of preschool that never
happened, a Halloween outfit that was never bought, a first Thanksgiving,
Christmas and New Year's without her bright smile, Aidan's 4th birthday,
Tanner's 2nd birthday, her 3rd birthday, her mom's 21st birthday (?),
her diagnosis day anniversary(4/5/04), a first Easter without her,
our 8th wedding anniversary without her and our 1st father's day
with out her! So many firsts...
The good news is we have survived. We have survived due to the
wonderful love and care we have been showered with by our friends
and family! We have also survived due to our belief and faith
in a loving and caring God. The strength we derive from our
faith is a gift.
We continue to celebrate Fallie's short but tremendously meaningful
life through all the wonderful memories we have of her infectious
smile,her sweet laugh, her intelligence, her warmth, her gentle touch,
and her spirit. Her spirit has never and will never leave us and everything
she meant to all of us will serve as a memorial to the most courageous
and special little angel any of us has known. Help keep her spirit and
lessons of her lifealive by celebrating her memory and praying for all the
souls who have traveled this road with us this past year. God Bless you all!
Liz, Lou, Aidan, Tanner, and Declan
Fallie's Birthday - March 3, 2005
Today (3/3) Fallon would have been three years old. It is STILL hard for us to
believe that she is gone. Although each day is difficult without her physical
presence, today will be exceptionally hard. I wonder what type of party we
would have had for her, what type of toys she would have liked/wanted and
what cute new "things" she would be saying and doing. To say that she is
missed is such an understatement - there are NO words.
To all of you who have remembered that today is Fallon's birthday, THANK
YOU! What we want most of all is that our Fallon will ALWAYS be remembered
as a vital component of our family and that even though she has died she will
NEVER be forgotten. What hurts us is when people "act" as if she was
never here. Both Louis and I like it when others "acknowledge" her existence.
To all of you who have had masses said in her honor, had toys sent to sick children
in her memory or have donated time or money to charities in her name - THANK YOU.
To those of you who still send us notes and let us know that you are thinking of her
(and us) Thank you! To those of you who visit her gravesite and meticulously take care
of her place ? THANK YOU!
Our entire world changed on 4/5/04 (the day of her diagnosis) and our foundation was
forever altered on 6/21/04 (the day of her death). Although our hearts are broken our
spirit and faith are not! So, today on Fallon's 3rd birthday take a moment and offer
her a few words of remembrance, engage in an random act of kindness in her memory,
eat a cupcake or go and blow some bubbles.
Whatever you do today just enjoy the day - everyday you have on this earth is a
gift and knowing that you are having fun would make Fallon happy, as well as us!
Much Love,
The O'Toole McIntyre Clan
SEE OUR NEW PHOTOS BELOW
PS - There is a beautiful angel pin that is available at the following site in
memory of fallon -
http://www.carlasangels.com/angel-pin-fallon.htm
December 24, 2004
Louis and I would like to wish all of you a very Merry Chritmas. A year ago our lives and the Christmas season was so magical and wonderful. I was pregnant and expecting another miracle, Aidan, Fallon and Tanner were awaiting Santa Claus with such excitment and glee and our lives were peaceful. Little did we know that four months later our lives would be turned upside down and that six months later we would see our beautiful Fallon take her last breath and that our lives would be forever changed.
We look back and treasure Christmas 2003 and know how truly blessed we were - we had each other and we were happy. This Christmas we have a new perspective and outlook on life. Our blessings are still multitude and we know the importance of each and every day we have on this earth. Each day is a gift and we know know the future holds no promises. We have learned to enjoy the moments we have together and to make the most of our precious time. We thank God for today and we thank him for providing us with such an amazing support system. Thank God for family, friends and faith (the three F's) for it is these three that have literally carried us through our days and nights. Your continued assistance, love and support in our grieving process has been phenomenal.
One of our favorite movies is "It's a Wonderful Life" with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. We recently watched it again and thought of how truly wonderful our lives are still. Although Fallon will be forever missing from our lives and all of our future Christmas photo's we know that she is forever in many a heart and soul.
May all of your holiday be filled with the three F's. Thank you for still checking the site and all of your postings. It brings us great joy to know that people still care and our thinking about our dear sweet Fallon. This site has been a tremdous gift - Thank you!
Lizanne and Louis (Fallon's Mom and Dad)
November 24, 2004
Wanted to wish everyone out there a Happy and safe Thanksgiving holiday. This holiday, like all that will follow, will carry a void that cannot be replaced in Fallie's absence, no matter how hard one tries.
Nonetheless, we all have many things in our lives for which we are grateful and for which we must give thanks. We welcomed a beautiful and handsome new family member in Declan, who continues to add light to our lives, especially in the darkest moments.
We also give thanks for the continuous prayers
that flow from all of our friends and family who instinctively hold Fallon close to their hearts and in their thoughts as they carry on with their daily lives. Some do so silently, others through personal expression - ALL of them are deeply appreciated.
Your love and kindness is felt daily and sustains the entire family, more than you will ever know.
In a year marred with sadness and pain, your love, friendship, and unwavering dedication to keeping the memory of Fallon alive is what we give thanks to this holiday!
May God continue to bless us all and continue to provide all of us with the strength and faith to carry on in love - especially Liz and Lou who have -and continue to- display amazing courage and fortitude every moment of every day!
Happy Thanksgiving!
-- Doug
October 17th, 2004
"Even when I can't see the sun I know it's there"
A little more than six months ago (April 5, 2004) Fallon was diagnosed with brain/spinal cancer and eleven weeks to the day she was dead. I still have a very hard time believing this ever happened to our beautiful Fallon and family. However, I am brought back to reality very quickly by the numerous and constant reminders that she is forever gone from our earthly lives -- the bed that stays empty, the unfilled car seat, the high chair that still lays against the dining room wall, the little shoes that still line the bottom of her closet. I still find myself looking up the top of our staircase hoping to see her smiling down upon me. Although I don't physically see her smiling down upon me I still smile recalling the memory of her presence. It's amazing how many wonderful memories can occur in such a short span of time -two years, three months and eighteen days to be exact.
Fallon, for the most part, had a terrific and fun filled life. Most of which was due to the incredible spirit that she possessed. She could find a way to have a good time with crumpled old piece of paper. I find that a good part of my day is spent recalling moments of Fallie's life and the true joy and love that she so graciously shared with others. So if you see me smiling and staring off into space you'll know who I am thinking about.
The moments I have tears are the moments I feel sad for all that was lost due to her passing. I try not to go there too often but it does happen. When I cry I feel cleansed and made anew. I believe that Fallon is with us all. After Fallon's death I read a quote that stated "Even when I can't see the sun I know it's there" and this is exactly how I feel about Fallon. This quote has helped me get through many a day and night. She may not be physically here but she is still with us always shining down upon us.
Thank you for your continued prayers and thoughts and please continue to think of our sweet Fallon whether or not the sun is here.
Much love -- Lizanne (Fallon's Mom)
There will be an Event in the memory of
Fallon on Saturday
October 2nd in Woodstock, Connecticut.
All are welcome to attend this great cause
The Festival is a benefit for The Hole In The Wall Gang Camp, Founded By Paul Newman
The Festival is Dedicated to
Fallon O'Toole McIntyre
2002-2004
The Quiet Corner Wine
Festival
Saturday Oct 2,2004
12:00 - 6:00
Mansion at Bald Hill, Woodstock Ct
A Member Of The Historic Inns of The Quiet Corner
www.mansionatbaldhill.com
Taste Wines From Around The World
For information call
860-928-0008
Dave Aldrich or Peter Cooper
Tickets available Cost $75.00
www.localwineevents.com
Connecticut Events
Scroll Down to see Handsome Declan
O'Toole McIntyre's first picture!
Fallon O'Toole McIntyre
(2002 - 2004)
Forever in our Hearts
Wednesday September 1, 2004
It has been over two months since Fallon's passing and although it is not getting easier to accept we are truly humbled by the outpouring of love and care you have all expressed to our family during this difficult time.
Life goes on, as we were painfully made aware of with the arrival of Declan one week after Fallon's death and having Aidan and Tanner needing our attention, but we are forever changed. The many kindnesses that have been shown to us have been overwhelming to say the least and we want you to know that your prayers continue to carry us through our days and nights.
Please continue to pray for our dear sweet Fallon and please let her remain fresh in your memory. She truly was an amazing child and although her two years, three months and eighteen days on this earth will never be enough, the lessons she taught us all will last a lifetime.
Grieving is a process we all must travel and the road is not any easy one to walk alone. Please know it's "ok" to talk with us about Fallon because we like to talk and hear about her too. She will forever be a part of our family and by acknowledging her presence in our lives you are helping to bring eternal life to her amazing spirit.
Thank you for being a part of our lives and continuing to hold us in your thoughts and prayers. Our days are made better and easier knowing that you are there. The road is always easier to walk when you are not alone.
Much love to all -- Fallon's Mom -- Lizanne
Sunday, July 18, 2004 9:12 AM CDT
Keeping the Sites alive....
It has been almost a month since Fallon left this world. We are so saddened by her absence but have and continue to be comforted by the love and support of all of our friends.
Many of you thanked us for creating these sites and expressed how helpful they were in keeping everyone informed and connected. However it is we who owe you all of the thanks.
Initially we knew these sites would logistically help us spread the word about Fallie's illness, save us many phone calls and quickly rally the troops in prayer. We never imagined these sites would provide the emotional and spiritual support that they have. We will never be able to express the feelings we have experienced in seeing the overwhelming show of support from the number of site visitors to all of the guestbook entries, it is beyond unbelievable.
And although we no longer have updates to post on Fallon's medical condition, we have decided to keep the sites up and active to continue to honor Fallon and help us in our grieving. These sites have been an amazing tool helping us cope with our grief during Fallon's sickness and now after her passing.
Thank you for sharing yourselves with us. Thank you for loving and caring for Fallon and her family. Thank you for showing us goodness in a time of darkness and thank you for reminding us what our journey while in this world is all about - each other.
Fallie will forever be in our hearts along with all of you..
If anyone who did not receive a copy of
Fallon's Celebration of Life Mass program would
like a copy, Please email DFNYC66@AOL.COM
and we will email you an electronic copy that
you can print on your own.
Fallon O'Toole McIntyre
(2002 - 2004)
Forever in our Hearts
Welcome to DECLAN O'TOOLE MCINTYRE,
the newest addition to the family. Declan weighed
in at 6 lbs, 14 ozs, and a length of 19 1/4 inches.
Both Declan and mother (and the whole family) are
doing well. Please say a prayer for Declan, for
little Fallie, and the entire family.
Click Below to view the full text of Lizanne and
Louis' inspirational Eulogy to their beloved
daughter and angel
Fallon's Eulogy
June 28, 2004
The O'Toole Mcintyre family welcomed a son to the family this morning at 11:41 am, one week to the day of Fallon's passing.
The healthy baby boy weighed in at 6 lbs, 14 ounces and is 19 1.4 inches long. The name of the newest O'Toole McIntyre is still to be determined. Both Mom and Son (and Dad) are doing well.
In lieu of any gifts, the family has asked that you make a donation to the Making Headway Foundation - www.makingheadway.org - 115 King Street, Chappaqua, NY 10514-1615.
Please continue to pray for the family and for Fallon, as well as for the newest welcome addition to the O'Toole McIntyre clan...
We are scanning a copy of the program and will post it to the site so anyone who did not receive one at the service can print it off on their own at home or work
Thursday June 24, 2004
Well, we all said goodbye to our little angel Fallie today in a beautiful service that embodied the spirit of love that Fallie displayed during her two years with us. An estimated 450-500 people met at Good Counsel to share this very special celebration of the life of the little beauty with the amazingly gorgeous blue eyes, the quiet grace, and the ability to burn her image and spirit into the soul of anyone who laid eyes on her.
We all go to bed tonight completely heartbroken over the loss of such a dear, sweet and innocent angel who means so much to all of us, but are buoyed by the spirit of love and caring that she herself has shown us all in her short time in our midst.
A large part in all of our souls passed away with Fallie this week and there will forever be a void in our hearts that can never be replaced. But her smile, her gentle manner, and the lasting beautiful memories we have of her will forever be etched in our hearts and I am certain we will all carry a piece of Fallon with us every single day for the rest of our lives.
God Bless you, Fallie. We are all better for having known and loved you and we take some solace knowing that you are now in God's arms, sitting on your Grandpa's lap and watching over us all. We will hold you in our arms again someday and we will never forget you, Beauty ! We love you!
Monday June 21, 2004
At 12:35 pm today, we lost our little Fallon after
a courageous and inspirational battle against
her terrible disease. She passed away
surrounded by love, with her family by her side.
We want to thank everyone for the outpouring
of love, support and prayers as Fallie, her
loved ones, and everyone who this little angel
touched, underwent this ordeal.
Fallon's Obituary appeared in today's
(6/23) Journal News - read it below:
http://www.nyjnews.com/obituary/obit.php3?id=1474834
There will be a Funeral mass only on
Thursday June 24th, 11:00 am, at:
Our Lady of Good Counsel
Chapel of the Divine Compassion
52 North Broadway
White Plains, NY 10603
Children are welcome to attend the service
Interment services will follow at the Gates of
Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, New York
In lieu of flowers, please make a donationto the
Making Headway Foundation, dedicated to the
care, comfort, and cure of children with brain and
spinal cord tumors at 115 King Street,
Chappaqua, NY 10514-1615,
www.makingheadway.org
We ask that you continue to pray for Fallon and
for her family and friends at this difficult and challenging time.
Check back for any changes to these arrangements.
Thank you again and God Bless you all....
Learn how to Pray The Rosary or refresh your
Memory Here.
Fallon was recently diagnosed with two types of cancer. The first
type is Medullablastoma. Medulloblastomas represents 15-20% of
pediatric brain tumors.
This tumor is a fast-growing, invasive tumor which frequently
spreads to other parts of the central nervous system via the
spinal fluid. This tumor can infiltrate other parts of the
brain, as well as (occasionally) reaching other parts of the body.
The other type is Primitive neuroectodermal.
Fallie is currently undergoing chemotherapy at the Beth Israel
North Hospital in New York City.
We want to thank our friends and family for all of their love,
kindness, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Many of you have asked what you can do to help Fallon while she
courageously battles and defeats this disease. Please click on the
boxes above to find out what you can do to help us in this battle.
We will also post daily updates as to Fallie's progress in the
"Update" Box above.
Feel free to leave a message for us in our Guestbook below
and you can also reach us via email at dot06189@aol.com,
dfnyc66@aol.com, or lfm@woapc.com
Thank you and God Bless!
Love,
Lizanne, Louis, Fallon, Aidan, & Tanner (Sweetie and Cream
too..)
You can also visit a site for Fallon at:
http://www.caringbridge.org/ny/fallonmcintyre/
Fallon's Blood Type is AB Positive and can receive all Blood types.
Please see Blood donor box for more information. |
