04/29/2026
Madelyn Joanne Holmes
Our beloved daughter, Madelyn Joanne Holmes, was born on April 22nd, 2026, at 10:07 p.m. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces and measured 19 3/4 inches long with a head of dark hair that her mother dreamed of.
Our Madelyn passed away peacefully in her parents’ arms on April 25th, 2026, at 11:57 a.m. after fighting hard for two days, 13 hours, and 50 minutes from oxygen deprivation during labor.
Though her time with us was brief, Maddie’s life was filled with love, strength, and meaning beyond measure. From the moment she arrived, she fought with a courageous and determined spirit. She was cared for by incredible medical teams at the Spanish Fork Hospital, Utah Valley NICU, and Primary Children’s Hospital NICU in Salt Lake City who did everything possible to give her a chance, and she showed us just how strong a tiny heart can be.
In her final hours, Maddie was surrounded by the people who loved her most. We were able to hold her, kiss her, and dress her, cherishing moments we will carry forever. Her big brother, Ronin, met his little sister and held her with excitement and tenderness, already showing the love of a devoted sibling. And he loved her cute little nose.
Maddie’s time with us was both the longest and shortest of our lives—filled with hope, heartbreak, and a love that will never fade. Though we did not get to bring her home, we find peace in knowing her body is no longer struggling and that she is at rest in the arms of her grandparents, Terry and Joanne, with whom she will be laid to rest.
She leaves behind her loving parents, Rachel and Dave, and her adoring big brother, Ronin, along with many family members who will forever hold her in their hearts.
Maddie will always be our baby girl. She was deeply loved, and she will never be forgotten.
The services for Madelyn will be on Saturday, May 9th, 2026. There will be a Viewing/Visitation from 9:00 - 10:00 am, with a Funeral Service from 10-11:00 am and an open luncheon from 11:00 - 12:00pm. All services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints building at 353 E 400 N in Spanish Fork, Utah.
Livestreaming will be available for the those unable to attend. See link below in information for the Funeral Service.
We will then proceed to the Vine Bluff Cemetery in Nephi for the Burial. To locate the cemetery plot, go to https://maps.app.goo.gl/zk5Tqj2JZkDwRHm37
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