CODY JAMES SOUTHALL

Condolences & Memories (20 entries)

• Cody transitioned into my grade 1 classroom at Buchanan. I also got to teach him in grade 2. Cody had a smile that could lite up a room. He loved his Thomas the Train. Cody taught me so much about what was truly important in life. I learned a lot about Autism through Cody and his family, which is now helping years later with my best friends little guy. Bailey was such an amazing big brother and Marie was always there. My thought and prayers have been with Bailey, Marie, and Pat since I found out the news on Tuesday. Nicole Cory (former teacher) - Posted by: Nicole Cory (Former Elementary Teacher) on: Nov 17, 2012

• There is no greater sorrow Than a mother's child Who will not be there tomorrow I held your little hand in mine but only for such a short time Nothing seems to ease the pain Tears fall again, again and again My heart has been torn in two My arms ache to hold you Everywhere I look I see your precious face The memories I have of you Will never be erased Your tip-toe walking, spinning and beautiful smile What I wouldn't give Just to hold you Even for just a short while You taught me so much from patience to a gentle touch You are my special little man Our lives together was his plan I always tried to do my best It was not always easy I must confess There were many sleepless nights Your infectious giggle Made everything right Everything you did in life was always to the fullest As your mother I must say of this I am the proudest I know we will be together again in another lifetime We will walk together again Your little hand in mine One day my tears will slow but you should always know My memories and love for you will never, ever go I love you forever and always my little COCO - Posted by: Marie Southall (Cody's Mama) on: Nov 15, 2012

• Dear Pat, Marie and Bailey, my heart goes out to each one of you; a father and a mother who has lost their son and a brother who has lost his brother. This is a very difficult time for all of you and each of you will go though the emotions of grief in different ways and times. Now is the time that you will need each other the most. I cannot imagine the pain that each of you are going though right now. Please remember you are still a family that really needs each other, now more than ever. During your times of sorrow, remember to talk about Cody, all the good times and the bad. Even though Cody is no longer with you in body he will always be with you in your hearts and memories. Remember Cody with a smile and tell his stories to who ever will listen, I will listen any time, any where. Marie, Pat and Bailey, I am just a phone call away should you every feel the need to talk. May God grant you all the strength and courage to continue on with this new direction of life that has come your way. And remember, Cody will always be with you in your hearts and your memories as you continue on with your lives. I hold special memories of Cody from the Childrens Xmas parties put on by Beaver Truck Centre and the request of, if possible, that he receive something about Thomas the Train. He truly did love Thomas, he had a real connection with all his Thomas toys. I believe that where Cody is now, he is happily playing with all the Tomas toys that where ever made. I believe that he is looking down apon you all, right now with that special Cody smile of his and he is saying; it's ok Mama, Papa and Bailey, I am in a safe and happy place and one day we will all be together again. Your friend and co worker, Mary Ann Loeppky of Beaver Truck Centre / Oak Point Oil. - Posted by: Mary Ann Loeppky (Co worker & friend) on: Nov 09, 2012

• Patrick, Marie and Bailey our thoughts are with you during this unbelievable time of sorrow. Always remember what an incredible gift Cody is in your life and know that each of you have a very special guardian angel looking down on you. - Posted by: Kerry, Kim and Andres () on: Nov 08, 2012

• Our hearts go out to you. Take care and hope to give you hugs in person soon. - Posted by: Francis and Pam Hunt (Old Friends) on: Nov 07, 2012

• May your cherished memories provide you and your family with the strength to guide you through this extremely difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to the family. - Posted by: Rhonda Howse & Dylan Burke () on: Nov 07, 2012

• My deepest condolences to Marie, Pat and Bailey. I am really sorry to hear about your loss. MY thoughts and prayers are with you all. May CODY R.I.P and know he will be missed very much. Hugs for you all - Posted by: Fayka Zeid (casual EA worked with cody in hedges) on: Nov 06, 2012

• Cody was a wonderful little boy that I enjoyed getting to know the last 2 years at Buchanan. From holding hands and swaying to O Canada, to playing a fun game of chase at recess. He will always be remembered. My thoughts go out to you Marie and family. Xx - Posted by: Amber Kubas (School relationship of both Cody and Marie) on: Nov 05, 2012

• My deepest condolences To Marie, Pat & Bailey. My words cannot express how I feel for you at this time of your loss of Dear Cody. He was a special little guy with a beautiful little smile. I remember the days when we took the yearly trip down to Thief River Falls, MN and Cody would be humming in the pool having a great time. He was so special and will be missed dearly by a lot of people who had great pleasure in getting to know this cute little Thomas fan. RIP DEAR CODY. ((HUGS)) To the Southall family - Posted by: Dana Burdey ((Autism Family)) on: Nov 04, 2012

• Pat, Marie, Bailey and family please accept my heartfelt love and sympathy in the passing of Cody. He was truly blessed to have such a loving family and you were blessed to have an amazing son who touched the hearts of so many people. He will be loved forever. Xo - Posted by: Jane Gray (Jake, Eric & Dylan's Grandma - Friend ) on: Nov 04, 2012

• Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, Scott remembered Cody when we bowled and how he loved the room with the pool table - Posted by: Patricia,Scott and family (Autism family ) on: Nov 04, 2012

• Pat & Marie I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Cody. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time!! Another angel is shining down on us all!! Much love to you ❤ - Posted by: Tracy Bain (Friend ) on: Nov 04, 2012

• I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God Bless. - Posted by: Lisa Horn () on: Nov 03, 2012

• We will never forget meeting your wonderful son, Cody. My Mom, Bernice, enjoyed having him over for dinner when you came to visit his great grandma. He had so many gifts. Mike and I know how hard this will be for a family that spent so many hours helping Cody to reach his potential. His great grandma and grandpa will take good care of him until uou meet again. We hope your happy memories will help you get through this very difficult time. Mike, Judy Paul Redmond and Bernice Rudderham - Posted by: Judy Redmond and Bernice Rudderham ( 2nd and third cousins) on: Nov 03, 2012

• Oh, little boy that changed my life. I walked into your home, having no idea what I should do with my future, or what the next 16 months with you would teach me. I was blessed to be your ABA tutor, to learn through you how to apply Psychology (even before I really knew what Psychology was). I marvelled at you: how hard one little boy could work to overcome all that he was up against! We sat at that table for hours, and you amazed me: cutting even the really difficult shapes with your scissors, learning to print, zipping up your own coat and getting on your shoes, brushing your teeth. You gave me joy with each inch of progress. These years later, I still hold special moments close. I think of your mommy singing, “You’ve got a friend in me” with such love and gentleness in her eyes. And you knew exactly what she was saying to you, and how true it was. I think of you whenever I eat ketchup chips, or when I jump on a trampoline, or see Thomas the train engine or Monsters Inc. And whenever I see kids with those tan train tracks, I remember how I once underestimated you. How Marcie said you could learn how to put the tracks together, and I thought, “Uhhhh, I don’t think so…” Of course – I was wrong. In no time you were building the tracks to run your trains over. Your giggle was priceless – 100% contagious. Those dark brown eyes could melt the most impatient person. Your big brother was SUCH an awesome big brother to you. Your family treasured you. Why haven’t I visited you in so, so long? Just last Saturday, I was getting my hair cut in St. James and thought, “Man, I should’ve called Marie and asked if I could stop in and see how much Cody has grown.” Look what a gorgeous young man you were growing into. Honestly: it was working with you, Cody, that made me realize how much I loved being part of kid’s lives who needed extra help to reach all of their amazing potential. And I went from you, back to university to get my honours degree in Psychology, and am now getting my M.A. to become a School Psychologist. You impacted me, little boy. And I thank God, so very, very much, that He let me be a part of your special life for the time I was in it. My heart breaks for you, Pat, Marie, and Bailey. I am praying for you in your grief, to lean on the One who has that boy safe in His loving arms. Thank you for opening your home to me, Southalls, and letting me love Cody, too. “You've got a friend in me You've got a friend in me When the road looks rough ahead And you're miles and miles From your nice warm bed Just remember what your old pal said Boy, you've got a friend in me You've got a friend in me You've got troubles, well I've got 'em too There isn't anything I wouldn't do for you We stick together and we see it through You've got a friend in me You've got a friend in me Some other folks might be A little bit smarter than I am Bigger and stronger too Maybe But none of them will ever love you the way I do It's me and you, boy And as the years go by Our friendship will never die You're gonna see It's our destiny You've got a friend in me You've got a friend in me You've got a friend in me” - Posted by: Cassia (Friend) on: Nov 03, 2012

• Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time!! Pat and Marie you are truly wonderful parents and Cody was very blessed to have you both!! Bailey you were a fantastic big brother!! We are so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Angela Woodward (Friend of Marie and Pat) on: Nov 03, 2012

• My deepest condolances to Marie, Pat and Bailey. You are in my thoughts and prayers. You gave Cody such an amazing life! Rest in peace dear Cody. ((((HUGS)))) - Posted by: Heather Ballantine (Autism family) on: Nov 03, 2012

• Our hearts are with you all. Hugs, love and healing prayers. - Posted by: Craig, Sherisse & Family (Friends) on: Nov 03, 2012

• Our hearts broke when we heard the news of Cody's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We know Cody was your special little boy and he couldn't have received better care or more love than he got from you guys. We will miss Cody's singing at the lake next year. - Posted by: Wilf & Jackie McCarthy (friends) on: Nov 03, 2012

• I am sorry sorry for your loss. I just heard and feel so sad for you. Marie, if there is anything I can do contact me, IMMEDIATELY. Such a devastating loss to you, I know. You are in my thoughts and prayers. So is Cody. I fondly remember playing "airplane" and making the airplane sound, and pushing him on the swing at school and then just before I pushed him, he would look up and laugh as I turned around with hands out, like an "airplane" . He would laugh and I "got his eyes" and he would said, "auggh gan" again, and I would do it again. He was a remarkable boy with a special light in his eyes. I remember the xmas concert at school when I was there, the sucker in his mouth, watching everyone, so excited to be included. I remember amazing parents at the CSC meetings and sharing of your life, at Mase, and ASM, You were amazing parents and I know he is looking down at you telling you how grateful he was to having such dedicated parents. I am sure he is talking up a storm right now. HUGS and call me, Hugs, hugs hugs - Posted by: Crystal Costello (Friend of Family and did practicum at Buchannon School where Cody was,) on: Nov 03, 2012