Parents Turn Daughter's Ashes into Stones for Lasting Memory

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• Kaylee and Jake Massey from Idaho lost their 15-month-old daughter, Poppy, to a rare genetic disorder known as TBCD.
• The couple decided to convert Poppy's ashes into parting stones as a way to keep her memory close in a tangible form.
• The decision was influenced by the desire to have a less intimidating and more durable memorial for their other children, Rosie and Peter.

Kaylee and Jake Massey faced an unimaginable loss when their daughter Poppy passed away at just 15 months old due to Tubulin Folding Cofactor (TBCD), a rare genetic neurological condition.

Poppy's symptoms began manifesting at four months old, initially through vision problems, leading to several hospital visits and eventual diagnosis. Despite hopes for more time with their daughter, Poppy's health rapidly deteriorated, and she passed away in the ICU after complications from a respiratory infection and pneumonia.

In their grief, Kaylee and Jake sought a unique way to memorialize Poppy. They chose to transform her ashes into parting stones, a decision driven by the need for a tangible and less fragile memorial. This choice was particularly influenced by their concern for their other children, Rosie and Peter, and how they would interact with Poppy’s memorial.

The process of creating the parting stones from Poppy’s ashes was emotionally significant for the couple. They expressed their appreciation for the care and personal touch involved in creating the stones. The couple shared their journey and decision on social media, particularly TikTok, where they found support and empathy from viewers. The feedback from social media was overwhelmingly positive, with many users commenting on the beauty and thoughtfulness of the parting stones as a way to remember Poppy.

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