God has another little angel in Heaven.
Astrid L. Morstatter, 7 months old, of Decatur, IL passed away on Thursday (Dec. 8, 2011) at St. John’s Mercy, St. Louis, MO.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday (Dec. 13, 2011) at Dawson & Wikoff West Wood Street Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Ronald McDonald House, Springfield, IL.
Astrid was born on May 3, 2011 in Springfield, IL, the daughter of Arthur Dale “Butch” Morstatter III and Latasha M. Stilwell. She was a wonderful little girl who will be missed by so many people that she has touched in her life.
Surviving are her parents of Decatur, IL; brother: Samuel Arthur Morstatter of Decatur, IL; grandparents: Arthur and Norma Morstatter of Decatur, IL, Johnny D. (Kelly) Stilwell of Lincolnton, NC, Jerri L. Stilwell of Sylacauga, AL; uncles: John W. (Amy) Morstatter of Decatur, IL, Brandon N. Stilwell of Sylacauga, AL; aunts: Christina M. (Jerry) Landers of Decatur, IL, Amber D. (Brian) Griffith of Sylacauga, AL; many nieces, nephews, family and friends also survive.
Family would like to thank the Ronald McDonald House without whom this would have been too much to handle.
Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com
| Grandma |
Beauty |
January 6, 2012 |
It's a beautiful day today, just thinking of your sunny face, grandma & grandpa misses you so much. We will see you soon
Love you lots
| Grandma |
Pain |
December 19, 2011 |
The pain is so great at your loss we wonder if it will ever ease. Realistically we know time will ease it somewhat, but this will take a great deal of soul searching. The one thing still going thru my head is you will come back a perfectly healthy beautiful baby girl. Jesus will call you when it is time for you to awaken from your deep sleep. Then you will be as perfect as he had intended. Love and kisses.
| Mamaw |
Grandmother |
December 19, 2011 |
Astrid was such a beautiful spirit. Everytime the nurses called her our angel I cringed for I knew they just mibnt be right. We loved her so much but we were blessed to have had her as long as we did. She fought so hard never giving up. We love you baby girl.
| GINGER |
Baby Angel |
December 12, 2011 |
Tasha, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I just wanted you to know, that I was so proud of you when I got to see you at the cookout. You have done a wonderful job becoming a great mother. I am so sorry that you have had to go through such a tragedy at your young age. I also want you to know, that I fell in love with Astrid at the cookout, and I know so many others have too! It is so sad that she had to be taken so young, but GOD has better plans for her. She is his child now, and your Angel.
Love Ginger, NC
| mickie weldon |
friend |
December 10, 2011 |
butch and tasha my heart hurts for the pain yall must feel.ash was a beautiful baby and i know she touched so many people.i didn't get to meet her and i wish i could, but i always watched for the pics and post about her.your baby was precious and i know she felt the love from yall in her short time here.your in my prayers and i know God will see you thru this.much love , mickie I
| Carmen |
What a beautiful girl |
December 19, 2011 |
Dear Astrid's mommy & daddy:
We have never met, but I just could not pass the chance to say how sorry I am for your loss. I came across your little girls obit. She is just so beautiful. Very, very beautiful. May God wrap his arms around little Astrid's family and loved ones. I am sure she is happy to be in the presence of our Heavenly Father.
Again I am so sorry for your loss.
| Beverly Cox |
Astrid |
December 18, 2011 |
I'm so sorry for your loss of this precious Angel..May God wrap His arms around you at this difficult time..
| Anonomous |
A Christmas Poem for Astrid's Family |
December 18, 2011 |
I see the countless Christmas trees,
Around the world below.
With tiny lights, like heaven's stars,
Reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular,
Please wipe away that tear.
For I'm spending Christmas,
With Jesus Christ this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs,
That people hold so dear.
But the sounds of music can't compare,
With the Christmas choir up here.
For I have no words to tell you,
The joy their voices bring.
For it is beyond description,
To hear the angels sing.
I can't tell you of the splendor,
Or the peace here in this place.
Can you just imagine Christmas,
With our Savior, face to face?
I'll ask Him to light your spirit,
As I tell Him of your love.
So then pray one for another,
As I lift you eyes above.
Please let your hearts be joyful,
And let your spirit sing.
For I'm Spending Christmas in Heaven,
And I'm walking with the King.
| Grandma |
Angle tree in your name |
December 15, 2011 |
We miss you so much. I took your little outfits to the angle tree. I knew you wanted me to take them so another little girl would have a nice outfit ti wear for Christmas. I feel you with me baby girl. Love you so much.
| Cindy |
I Never Knew You |
December 14, 2011 |
I never knew your family but knew of Astrid's battle. I had prayed that time would heal and she would be fine. I was very sad to find out that she had passed, and it got worse when I saw her little picture. What a beautiful precious baby. To her parents, I am SOOO sorry for your loss. Words can't make the pain go away, only time and God can do that. But you were blessed with her for the time you got her and your love for her will carry on. The pain I feel for your family is indescribable.I'm also so sorry for her brother's pain as well and especially Astrid's mom. I UNDERSTAND how much harder it is on you than anyone else. Its a mother/child bond. But God loves you, just remember that. If He didn't, he would never have sent Astrid into your lives for that brief time. God bless you all.
