So David arose from the ground, washed, anointed himself, and changed his clothes; and he came into the house of the Lord and worshiped. 2 Samuel 12:20 a
Our sweet Ellie passed away from this life into the arms of the Lord Jesus Wednesday afternoon.
The pneumonia she had developed proved to be too much for her weakened immune system. We are grateful to have been able to enjoy her on this earth and spend our Christmas together. We look forward to “flying away” to meet her one day ~ as she is whole and healed in heaven.
We will be meeting with the funeral home tomorrow to discuss arrangements and will announce them here as soon as they are finalized.
We are thankful for the support and love that each of you has shown to our family as we have walked through this over the past three months. Our grief is real, but so is our joy in having such a blessing in Ellie.
I will be sure to post more details as soon as I can.
Love to each of you~
The Cushman Family
Ellie Louise 
My heart breaks for you and your family! Yet I rejoice in your faith and love for the Lord!! I will continue to pray for your family as well as being proud that Baby Ellie fought a Great Fight! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you so much Renee
Every morning I look for your post first thing and I am so sorry to hear this. I prayed yesterday for a miracle again as I have been doing but God always knows what best. Sometimes we as humans can’t can’t quite understand His way of doing things but your faith has been so real. We pray for your family daily and we will continue to do so. We love you all. Paul
We love you guys too. Thank you so much Paul.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My heart has been touched by your Ellie!
Thank you so much….
Praying for your comfort from the Holy Spirit, as you greive. Praising God that you will join her again one day.
I join you in praising HIm. Thank you Sonya.
I am a friend of Howies and have been following your posts through him, I am so sorry for your loss, as a mom my heart breaks for you. I hope you find comfort in the memories of the short time she spent with you and she showed you courage that you probably didn’t know you had. She will always be with you, just different and her spirit is whole on the other side… my sympathies to your family. Tammie Cook, Berkley Ma
Thank you so much Tammie – Howie is here with us now and we are thankful to have him close. I appreciate your kind words… much love to you and your family…. char
How we all loved Ellie…………and what joy she brought to us all. Much love and prayers to all the Cushmans.
Thank you Linda….. we covet your prayer…
Praying for God’s peace that surpasses all understanding…praying the Comforter comforts you all at this time.
Thank you Michelle
Oh Charlotte, thinking of you and praying for God to meet you right where you need it in these days ahead.
Thinking of you too… sweet friend…. and all the memories that have been made over these past few months…. love to you….
So sorry we won’t be back in town in time to join you Monday ~ but we will be with you in thought and prayer.
Thank you so much Monica – come home safely. Char
We are praying and grieve with you. God truly gave you a blessing, when he gave you Ellie. We are so sorry. Love and prayers
Rene – Thank you so much for your kind words… love to you and your family….
Please know that you are loved and we grieve with you. The Beach Family
Thank you Terry… grateful for you, Chuck and my Cara. Love you
We love The Cushman Family! Prayerfully, The Smith’s
We love The Cushman Family! Prayerfully, The Smith’s
Vince and Cindy – So thankful for your family and all that you do. Love you both so much … char
Our hearts break over your loss. Please know that we are praying for your family.
Thank you Amanda
I am praying for God to comfort and give you the peace only He can give. God bless you and your family.
Thank you Hazel
We are praying for your whole family as you mourn the loss of your precious daughter. We rejoice that you will be with her again one day when we are all called HOME. Bless you all!!
What a day that will be! Thank you for your kind words Dana:)
So sorry to hear that your sweet Ellie has left this earth. Praying for the entire family during this time. She didn’t get to stay here long but taught many great lessons on love and compassion. I’m thankful she was with you for Christmas and pray that God sends understanding and peace to the other children.
Thank so much Carolyn…
We are praying over your family’s hearts. I am deeply saddened by this, but praising Jesus for allowing Ellie to have Christmas with her earthly family. I’m sure there is a celebration going on for her in Heaven.
With love,
The Shotwell Family
Thank you so much Ashlee
We will continue to pray as a family each and every day as the Lord helps you grieve and heal from your great loss. Ellie Louise’s short little life on this earth has been such a blessing for so many people! She made a lasting impact on doctors, nurses, friends, and friends of friends…we never got the privilege of meeting her here on earth, but feel like we know her just from reading your amazing blogs and seeing her beautiful pictures with each post! Your family’s faith and trust in our Lord and Saviour throughout this entire process has been amazing to watch! May God bless you on this earth until you “fly away” to be reunited with your precious, sweet Ellie Louise!
We love you! Love and prayers, The Bales Family
She is so precious isn’t she? Thank you Jennifer for your sweet comment. Miss seeing you. char
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. May He bring peace.
Thank you lovely Melissa –
We will continue to pray for your family as you walk through this season of life! May you feel God’s loving arms around you as you grieve for your precious Ellie!
Jan – So appreciate your kind comments… love to you and your family..
I love you Charlotte.
Our family is praying for yours. Love you guys!
Thanks Karen
I realize that nothing I can say will ever be able to ease your pain. I can only trust our great God to wrap His arms of love around you and hold you very close during these difficult days. You have our deepest, most heartfelt sympathy. If you ever want to visit my devotional blog, I’d love to have you stop by: http://www.cherylsmithministries.blogspot.com. God be with you and give you His peace.
Our family is praying for you all…May the Lord comfort you all in this time of need…
Oh Charlotte my heart breaks for you! I know you rejoice in the fact she is with our Lord and no longer having any health issues, but I know that it still is painful. We will all be praying for you and all the Cushman’s. We love y’all and PLEASE let us know if we can do ANYTHING for y’all!
Thanks so much Megan…
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Thank you so much Connie.
Grieving with you and thanking The Lord for giving sweet Ellie a family who welcomed and loved her just as our Savior loves us and welcomes us as H
Love, the Castleberrys
***as His very own.
My heart is breaking…I am so sorry for your loss of sweet Ellie. You and your precious family will continue to be in our prayers. Much love and hugs! J
Jonelle – you know how much your sweet words mean to me…. remembering another dark haired beautiful daughter as well….
Charlotte, I have followed your Journey with Ellie and I am sad that her precious life was so short. Your family’s love and care for her have been such a blessing to see…I feel the loss myself though I know yours is so great. Your sweet family is in my prayers. God bless all of you. Love, Brandi
Brandi – Thankful that you have been keeping up with us. I always think of you when I hear Nancy Leigh DeMoss or the word treadmill! (not sure if you run on a treadmill or not… but you know where I am going with that:) Our loss has been made easier by so many others sharing our burden. Love to you and your family… char
I think of you often as well, Char. I am so thankful to see the work God has done and is doing in your family…especially through little Ellie’s life. You are an amazing example to all of us moms.
I have followed and prayed with you and others along this journey. I have learned much from you, Charlotte. I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your dear family now and in the weeks to come. Bless you, my sister!
Johnathan, Carrie, Emily, and Victoria Miner
Carrie – So thankful to have you as my friend… love to you and your kind husband and your sweet daughters…. char
My heart breaks for you, yet I know God will not waste one ounce of your pain and grief. Somehow, He will use your pain and suffering to bring comfort to others. It’s humbling but true. Blessings.
Thank you so much Miriam – I appreciate your kind thoughts. char