Our beloved Creed passed away this morning.
We know he has been made whole again in heaven and is no longer in pain. Your prayers are very much appreciated.
But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31
Creed's Story 
I am so sorry for the loss of Creed. Heaven just gained an amazing angel. My whole family will be praying for you.
So sad but know he is healed and happy in the arms of Jesus. Praying for all of you!
Even as I weep today, Heaven is surely in celebration. I can only imagine …
Steph, my heart grieves beyond words.
Our hearts go out to the entire family. We are praying for you.
My heart is broken for you Stephanie. Creed touched so many lives including my own. Thank you for sharing him with me. I will be praying for you and Jean and all the family. God bess you.
I’m a friend of Rachel’s and have been following this blog from the beginning. We are praying for you guys during this time. Creed was an amazing kid!
So very sorry to hear this news! I thank you for sharing his life with us and letting us see the power of God’s grace through your amazing child! I have counted it a privledge to pray for you all and will continue to do so through these difficult days!
Steph, I knew Creed was sick but I had no idea he was that sick. I am so sorry for your and John’s loss. Creed is so special to me! He will always be a part of my heart and mind . Please know that prayers are going out for you all during this incredibly difficult time. Love to you all , Anne Hand
So sorry for your loss! Heaven just got one awesome Angle!
Miss you little buddy. You taught me that life isn’t measured in the breathes you take but is about the lifes you impact and the memories you make. RIP
He was very brave and courageous and his little body fought to the end. His spirit was always strong He is now in a better place without suffering. My the Lord bless his soul.
We are so saddened to hear that Creed has passed away. We know that he is in the arms of Jesus and safe, finally, from his challenges on Earth. The angels in Heaven must be rejoicing to receive such a kind, sweet, and loving soul as Creed. Our prayers for Creed’s parents and family are for strength and peace, and that they will find comfort in the moments they were touched by this sweet little boy.
May God bless you, Stephanie, and all your family in the loss of precious Creed.
Just know that many, many prayers will continue for you in the days ahead.
Much love – Brenda
Our entire family grieves with you over your loss. We thank God to have known Creed and the blessing of witnessing God’s Glory through him.
There are no words to express my love and prayers for you Stephanie but we know Creed is walking with Jesus in Heaven right now
How blessed so many have been to have known and prayed for Creed and that includes me
Love you Hilda WIggs
Steph, we never have met, but I have followed your story for quite a while! I am so so sorry for your loss and I have no words to make you feel better, so must trust the Lord to give you strength and grace to continue on in this life. Thirty years ago today I lost a baby through miscarriage…maybe our baby and Creed are having a great time in heaven. The Lord will give strength to his people and bless his people with peace!!!! Psa 29:11
Steph, words are not adequate to express my hurt for you. I just rely on Jesus to comfort you and give you a peace that we as moms can not understand.
Jeff and I will be praying for you, as are so many others.
What a priviledge to have prayed for Creed and his whole family over the last couple of years. I often felt guilty in how much better Steph, Creed and Kat would make ME feel as you all walked through this season of his life. I am inspired, blessed and a better person for being introduced to you guys through our family (the Cochrans at Lighthouse). I have the assurance of God and His promises for Creed’s complete healing, but I will pray for his family who is left here for a bit longer without his daily light to shine upon you. The prayers will continue for you all until you are reunited with him some day. Try to remember to breathe a little and eat now and then. You are loved by so many, especially your Father in Heaven.
Laura
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Creed…He is in not more pain and he sits on the lap of Jesus now…You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers…Creed was strong and a fighter…he will be sadly missed …
stephanie , you and creed have touched so many lives. so many people including myself have seen Gods love through you and him. your faith and Creeds determination are genuine examples of Jesus. praying for Him to surround you at this difficult time.
Stephanie, my heart is breaking for you. Praying our gracious Lord Jesus will wrap you in His arms and hold you tightly to Him. I am so sorry for your unspeakable loss. My prayers will continue for you and your family.
Stephanie, we are praying for you and rejoicing for Creed with heavy hearts. My brother, Rick, was part of his welcome crew this morning! Creed most certainly heard “well done!” from the Father.
So sorry to hear. My thoughts are with you Stephanie, grandma, and the rest of the family. He is a true inspiration.
Praying for God to watch over you, provide comfort and peace, and bless you today and the days ahead. So very sorry. Robin
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So sorry to hear of Creed’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family as you work though this very hard time!
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I’m praying for all of those who knew and loved Creed right now. He is not sick or in pain anymore and I pray that is comforting to you, Stephanie. May your faith hold you up as you grieve the loss of your precious son. I am a friend of Courtney’s and she sent me your blog a few years ago. I hope you know that so many people whom you know and don’t know are praying for you right now. God bless you and yoru family.
I have been so privliged to have known about Creed, his life, his struggles, his comical actions while in such pain. Pain has left Creed, it has transferred to those whom loved him. Wrapped in enternal love, pain free, and forever remembered by all whom known of him. Words cannot express one’s heart’s feeling at a time like this. God give you strenght Steph, you surrendered a gift to God, whom he loaned you for a while. With a broken heart.
My heart weeps for you and your angel Stephanie…..
I am so very sorry. Creed’s family will remain in my prayers.
Steph, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Creed was a boisterious lover of God and now he’ll hang with him daily, while being your angel. He fought the good fight and showed so many what life is really all about. ((hugs))
Stephanie ~ At such a loss for words. We will continue to pray for you and your family; such heartache…it hurts. We’re so sorry… Creed is an amazing young man, and will be missed here on earth. We love you… Philip, Pamela, Julianne, Trevor and Ella.
Steph and Jon, our arms are around you both as we share your sorrow. Rest in peace at last, Creed.
Stephanie, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I have been reading your blogs and you are such an encouragement and inspiration to so many. Creed touched more lives than you will ever know. My daughter Carey roomed with Ansleigh in Athens and she and Josh came to one of Creeds bday parties! What a blessing he was to sooo many!!!! Praying for you!!
and she and Josh came to one of his birthday parties and
Words cannot express how I feel right now. I am so sorry for your loss and am thinking of you all. It was truly an honor to know Creed and to take care of him as a patient. He will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Oh Creed how much you will be missed here in this world! But I know you will soar with Eagles and Angels and sing with Jesus and be in awe and praise to him.
We will continue praying for peace and healing for your family in this tme of grief.
Don King
Stephanie, thinking about you constantly today and so saddened by this news. I am so glad we were able to work with Creed when he was feeling well during his miracle child video shoot, and that’s how I know I will always remember him – the little guy that loved salad and ate sushi for lunch š It is happy to know his little body is no longer struggling and in pain, but know you are left with a void. Children’s Miracle Network is praying hard for you!
There really are no words that seem right. My heart is broken for you. Know that you are surrounded by so many that love you and Creeder. We will hold you and love you as you grieve.
Sweet Precious Stephanie, though my heart aches I rejoice that Creeder is in no more pain. I see him dancing with Jesus. All I want to do is somehow ease your pain. Know my love , my prayers, my thoughts are with you. I’m lifting you up to our Father, knowing that He alone can comfort you- His beloved daughter to whom He entrusted a most special blessing and joy- your Creed.
So sorry for your loss…I’ve followed your stories about Creed from your postings and also through Mary Ann, my friend. I never met Creed, but he was in my prayers often. I knew what a courageous little boy he was, and what a fighter throughout his illness. Thank you for keeping everyone posted about him, and know that you and all his family are in my prayers.
Our hearts are broken and praying for strength for all of you. He showed us about determination, love, and bravery. May God give you strength.
Our love, Greg and Renee Campbell
Steph,
My thoughts and prayers are with you! I am so sorry for the loss of such an amazing little boy! He has definitely touched so many lives and will never be forgotten! Heaven has received an amazing angel!
Love, thoughts and prayers!
Johnsie P. Brannen
We are praying for you Stephanie. What a mark that sweet boy has left behind!
Doug and I will continue to keep you lifted to The Binder of broken hearts. His promise is that you will see Creed again and never say goodbye. God bless you with His peace and his Presence.
Stephanie, I have prayed for you and Creed over the years. I know words can’t help with the pain. Creed was such a special and amazing little boy. Glory to God that he will never feel pain again. He fought so hard and was so strong through all of this. I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you during this difficult time.
Stephanie, My heart breaks for you. My girls loved Creed so much. So thankful for the day we saw you and Creed. You are in my prayers. What an angel heaven received today.
We love you Creed. You will always be with us. You are the bravest boy I’ve ever known. Maxie Max loves you too!
Stephanie,
What an honor and priveledge it was to know and pray for Creed over the years. He was so wise and had a faith well beyond his years. I guess you could say he had an old soul. You have been a witness and inspiration to us and many as you have glorified and praised God throughout Creed’s life. Jesus welcomed a whole and healed Creed into Glory. I know you know that. We are praying for God’s Grace and Peace for you, Jon, Gigi and Pop Pop and all who loved Creed. We are all better people to have known and loved him.
Much love and prayers,
Chuck and Debra Knight
Our thoughts prayers are with you all. Harold and Mary Jo Norman (prayer warriors of Stephanie and Creed)
I will keep you in my prayers! You have shown such trust and faith through this journey and been an inspriation to many. Creed lived a BIG life
Bless it be the lord as he has taken creed and made him whole again. Your family is in our prayers I adored creed our daughter Christina said she will miss him but that he is lucky because he gets to be with the lord in heaven and she will talk to him in her prayers. God bless
Our hearts are heavy for you and your family. I told Spencer that Creed went to heaven and has angel wings now. Spencer is sad and told me Creed was the nicest person at school. Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time. God will carry you thru…. Misty
Bittersweet tears flow down my face for you. Thankfully, I KNOW Creed is fully whole now and dancing with the angels and in the arms of Jesus. We will be praying for you all as you go through this time of heartache. Please give yourselves, including Casper, a big warm hug from us. God bless you, Cinda
So sorry for the loss of Creed. He was a fighter and everyone was blessed by his life here on earth. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
just a sad day for all of us….truly sorrowful at this point and full of grief, yet understanding that God’s purpose was greater for Creed than for the rest of us…..thank you for sharing your life with my entire family. Love, Sarah Pepsoski
We have prayed for Creed to be healed, and now he is truly healed. I know that he is singing a favorite song: ” Glory to God. ” I will always think of him when I hear that song. I am happy for Creed, but I grieve for Steph, John, Dwight, and my friend Jean. I grieve for all who loved this brave little boy.
Oh I am heartbroken to read this because I know his precious mama and family are grieving so much, but as others have said I can also rejoice that this child of God is whole again, free from pain, and singing with the angels in heaven. Stephanie, I will be thinking of you and praying for your own healing and peace.
Oh Stephanie, I honestly can not imagine what you’re going through right now. Dear sweet Creed is in the arms of God now and no longer in pain but I know you’re hurting. If there is anything we can do for you please do not hesitate to ask. Presley has gone through a range of thoughts- he was my favorite, I loved him so, can he be put to rest in our backyard, when is his celebration of life, I will miss him so. She will miss him greatly. Know that your sweet little Angel touched many lives, old and young alike. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.
I am so sorry for your lost my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I have been following his life journey, and was very saddened for his mother and family today, when I read that he’d gone to be with Jesus. I have learned so much from his story: To be thankful I have two healthy children, and to show them and the rest of my family that I love them each chance I get, for we are never promised tomorrow. To Creed’s mother and family – please know you are in my thoughts, and I am praying for God to give you all the strength he can to help you cope with your tragic loss. I am sure he was welcomed to Heaven immediately, and is in the warm, loving arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ, right now.
I am so heartbroken right now and feel that leaving a comment on a blog is the most inappropriate thing to be doing right now. I want to vomit and cry all at the same time. How can this be???? I do hope that you both had a chance to say what you watned to say to him. I know he will be missed with every breath you take. I am so very very sorry. Prayers are with you for walking this journey. God loves Creed and you too.
I am a stranger to you guys, but my heart breaks for your family and I am so sorry for your loss. I appreciate the opportunity that I’ve gotten to get to know your sweet Creed through your blog. I can tell from the happiness shown in your pictures and slide show that the best was made of Creed’s life while on this earth and that he was quite a joyful little boy. It looked as if he probably has a lot of great stories to share with the Lord today. Thank you for sharing your faith, strength, and your beautiful sweet boy with us. Prayers are going up…
Praying for Creed’s family. I have imagined him all day long singing “Glory to God”…..to God himself. I pray that you can experience that perfect peace that passes understanding that only He can provide. Thank you for sharing Creed with so many of us. He touched lives in a special way.
Steph, I cannot imagine your pain at this time, but I can only pray that God will provide you and your family comfort in knowing that little Creed is no longer in pain. He is running, playing, and laughing with Jesus and his little body is free from disease. You are an inspiration to everyone who knows you or your little boy. I never got the chance to meet him, but I have followed your story constantly. I have taught my daughter, Avery, about Creed’s brave battle and how important his little life was! We love you and are praying for you! You will see him again someday in the kingdom on Heaven! God bless!
A relative of mine posted a link to Creed’s story today, and I have spent a good part of the day reading through your and your family’s journey. I will be sending up prayers for you and your family. I can’t put into words what a blessing I’ve received from reading about his life. I pray that God will continue to bless you with an outpouring of love, guidance, and help. Thank you for opening your heart and sharing this journey with people like me who don’t know you personally, but needed to hear about your love and care for a special little boy that has changed so many hearts.
God bless you and your family,
Mindy, from Mississippi
Please know that my son RILEY was one of the first to greet him, and yes All of Heaven celebrates Creeds homecoming. For me, the this thought gets me through another day, That each night I go to bed, I am one day closer to being with my son š and that for now Jesus is the best ever caretaker. I pray that GOD will give you all peace and strength to get through these days.
Joanne, mom to Angel RILEY GREY
Dear Stephanie & Jon, We are so very sadden to read todays post, our hearts are broken & so grieves for you & your family. It is comforting to know your sweet precious Creeder is safely home in the arms of Jesus and is not suffering. He has been so strong through all of this. That precious one has touched lives in so many ways & places, it has been an honor to kneel in that gap for him & for all of you. May our Heavenly Father give you the peace & comfort you need now. I will continue to pray for all of you & will miss your sweetheart even though I never knew him. You postings have been such an inspiration & God will bless you as you have chosen to give Him the honor & glory through it all. Glory to God for your precious Creed. All our love, prayers & sympathy.
Amen to all of these loving thoughts and words. Thank you Jesus that you have healed Creed and that he is rejoicing in Your Light. Thank you Stephanie for sharing these most difficult years with all of us and for the unbelievable faith you have shown that will ALWAYS inspire me. Knowing the emptiness you will feel in the coming days can only be eased by God’s loving arms and the knowledge that Creed will never feel anything but JOY again.I will continue to pray for you everyday and hope there is comfort in knowing that countless friends, and those like me who you don’t really know, are doing so as well.
Stephanie, My daughter Morgan was a classmate of Creed’s. We have been keeping your family close to our heart and are so, so sorry to hear of his passing. We are thankful, though, that he no longer has to fight and can enjoy the innocence and joy a little boy should. We lost our golden retriever two weeks ago-and Morgan is quite sure that Creed has snuggled with him already. Much love to you and your family.
I am so sad for your lose Steph. Creed changed my life forever. He will never be sick again, never be in pain again. Thank you so much for sharing your sweet boy with me. You and your family are in my prayers.
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Jesus said, “let the children come to me” We are sorry for your loss. I pray that you and Jon continue to put your faith in God – he will reward you for being so faithful. A favorite quote of mine since the loss of my stepson – We do not remember days – we remember moments. God bless you and all the family.
May God comfort you in your grief over losing your son.”BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN..FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED.”
I have not seen you since high school but have followed Creed’s story. He touched so many people and was a inspiration to us all. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
I pray God is Merciful to your family too, and delivers the full impact of his Love and Care. My words could never say what God says in his word. Always keep the faith, it is our foundation to rely upon in our time of need and heartache. My heart shares your sadness, and I have no profound words of wisdom. He has plucked a precious rose from the garden of life, and took him home to be in his presence, and his never ending Love. To everything there is a season, and the Blessing you have received from sharing the life of Creed cannot be measured by words, the thousands upon thousands of good memories are hidden in your heart…………………………Use them as needed. You are all in my prayers, and it has been a Blessing just knowing Creed, his mom, family and friends. Thank you for making me part of a meaninful life. Sister Sandee in Alabama
We love you and your family and Creed will always have a special place in our hearts. We are praying for you. We’re so grateful that “Dabid” was his buddy:) The Parks Family
I was introduced to Creed through Harry Norman Realtors and he has enriched my life tremendously. God chose to give us all an example of true joy, love and an incredible spirit with Creed. May we live our lives worthy of the example Creed gave us. He will be missed by all who knew him. But I can just imagine the wonderful homecoming he had as our Father welcomed him saying: “Well done my good and faithful servant!!”
Eli was one of Creed’s classmates. Thank you, Stephanie, for sharing Creed, Mr. Creed has taught many life lessons to his little classmates and for that… thank you!! Although my heart aches for you and your family, please know that we are so grateful to have known this little guy. The MacDonald Family
Stephanie- my heart is breaking for you with your unspeakable loss. It has been such an honor to pray for you and Creed over the years. You have both taught me volumes and it has been amazing to witness God’s miracles (over and over again) with Creed. I know the angels are dancing with Creed as I type. They are incredibly fortunate to have him as we miss him so. Peace to you and your family as you wade through this time.
I have been following your posts with such hope for his recovery and praying that he heal. Heaven has gained a precious soul but he will be sorely missed here on earth. God bless you and your family for the strength you’ve had during Creed’s life and the faith you have to carry you forward.
We shall be praying for all of your family. Though young in age, Creed fought the good fight sustained by your love and dedication and the prayers of many. God be with you. Amen..
:Lifting you and your family as you celebrate an Increedible little angel. May you be comforted in knowing His promise in Jeremiah 29:11. Your angel was yours for awhile and now God’s forever.
In His love and ours \o/
I have been so blessed to be a part of their lives even though in the background! He is with the Angels in His Fathers Glory and Arms. A new body free of every thing Creed has endured! Mom and Dad you will be with him soon enough and walk through Heaven as Creed takes you on a tour of what God has been preparing him for and you! ” A Mansion Just For Him” and you filled with many jewels and crown. My family are praying for you all! Please keeping posting! Mary Dietz(a friend of Jeanie and a warrior in Christ!)
I have been so blessed to be a part of their lives even though in the background! He is with the Angels in His Fathers Glory and Arms. A new body free of every thing Creed has endured! Mom and Dad you will be with him soon enough and walk through Heaven as Creed takes you on a tour of what God has been preparing him for and you! ” A Mansion Just For Him” and you filled with many jewels and crown. My family are praying for you all! Please keeping posting! Mary Dietz(a friend of Jeannie and a warrior in Christ!)
You, John, and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that your little guy was a light in a lot of people’s lives. Thank you for sharing. All my love to you.
Dannie and Jance
Stephanie,
I could not bring myself to post anything until now. We are so so sorry to hear of Creed’s passing, we know he is in Heaven and whole again, which is wonderful, but we also know that we only know this earth and this life and the pain of his life is so unbearable for you. Please know that we will always remember the very special time we shared with you and Creed at Lighthouse Family Retreat. Our prayers will continue for your heart to heal. You are such a wonderful person and did everything and beyond for your beautiful Creed, he was so brave…He has earned the ultimate prize, a life in Heaven with Jesus. We know you miss him terribly and we continue to think of you often and pray for your hearts. Love and prayers always…..www.caringbridge.org/visit/trumanhedrick
Kim, Wade, Truman and Greyson Hedrick
Creed,
i know this is a long long time over due. but as i am sitting on my bed(the night before your birthday)
i cant help but think about all the great times we had, at the beach, your house, my house, and at the hospital. meeting you at the beach two years ago was the best thing that ever happend to me. seeing you run arround in the sand and interract with all the people you just met, was so fun. as the years went on you had your ups and downs, but fought through all of them and kept touching people all over(some you never even met). as i said this note is long over due, the reason for this is because as life kept going after you passed away i had to try and keep up. Just like you i had my ups and downs, but lately i have had a hard time kepping up. things have happend that affected me and others around me. as i read through these blogs i notice that even when you were having a hard time all the pictures of you had huge smiles. and when i say huge i mean HUGE. you are always on my heart in and in my mind. you once told me that you were going to make it through all of the things that were going on and be better than you ever were. as i look back on that moment i can now say that even though it was not in the way that you intended it to be or that anyone wanted it to happen it did happen. i can now sing two song with a whole new veiw. any one who knew you could name those songs but just in case, they are Glory to God, and Like a lion. as i am sitting here right now i can truly say that God can turn the storms of our lifes into great things that can show people the way to him. I can also say that because of you i am a better son, brother, freind, and much more importantly a better man in Christ. once again I am sorry for the fact that this is long overdue but this is the first time that i think i can finally comprehend everything that is going on.
as i close this i would like to share with you a few things that i always loved to hear come from your mouth:
you bet
whack a booty
oh come on
and even though i am a tech fan: Go Dawgs
Buddy i miss you more than you could ever imagine but as i sit here i can truly say that CREED did LOVE
love your freind,
Chase