Joshua Dietrich Etner
November 24, 2011 ~ November 25, 2011
Joshua Dietrich Etner, infant son of Martin and Heather Etner of Vienna, VA. Joshua was born at 11:58pm on Thursday, November 24, 2011. After a brief but sweet time with his parents, Joshua went to be with the Lord at 12:30am on Friday, November 25, 2011. Besides his parents, Joshua is survived by his brother and sister, Dylan (5) and Lydia (2) Etner; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Morrell Etner of Ormond Beach, FL; Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Zackal of Garards Fort, PA; his great-grandmother, Jean Zackal; and a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins. A funeral service will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at McLean Presbyterian Church in McLean, VA, with a reception to follow to greet the family members. Childcare will be provided. A private interment will be conducted later this week. Contributions may be made in Joshua's name to Divine Mercy Care (http://divinemercycare.org) or Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep (http://nowilaymedowntosleep.org).
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Dear Heather and Martin, Over these past few months you have taught me so much. I have looked at the way you handled everything that was handed to you with a strength and grace that I couldn’t initially comprehend, but because of your example and our conversations, Heather, I am beginning to understand and see its source. My sincere condolences to you both, together with Lydia,Dylan and your families, and my continued prayers for you all.
I am so sorry for your loss and will keep Joshua in my prays. Ahmad
Heather and Martin, I have admired how positive and strong you have been throughout Heather’s pregnancy – what an example you have set for me and others. I am especially thrilled that your prayers were answered and you were able to spend that precious time with Joshua. Lavish kisses and hugs on Dylan and Lydia and know that we are thinking of you all! Love and Prayers, Brenda
Heather, you and your family will be our thoughts during these difficult times.
Heather and Martin: I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Kim Hawk
Our sincere condolences to you both. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Martin & Heather, I am so very sorry to learn of this great loss for your family. How very appropriate that Joshua was born on Thanksgiving. I know that you are both truly thankful for the gift of meeting him face-to-face, even though it was only for a short time. Please let us know if we can do anything to help your family during this time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. We hope you find comfort and peace in knowing that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God bless you Heather, Martin and family. I can’t tell you enough how much you and your family touched me while in my care here at the hospital. You have touched my life and I will never forget you all and all the strength and love that I saw with you all.
Heather and Martin – I want to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Very touched by the sytrength that You had during this time. We have been thinking of you and wish you continueing strength.
We wish you our sincerest condolences on the loss of your son. You bravely and faithfully made some very difficult decisions. We hope your recovery is quick and without complications. God Bless you all.
We are deeply saddened by the passing on of your beloved son, Joshua. May God give you continued strength and shower you with His blessings at this difficult time and always. Uncle Paul and Aunt Kathy
Joshua’s brief time with you is a bittersweet blessing yet a profound loss. May God’s comfort and care be especially near to you at this time, and may the love and support of family and friends sustain you in the days and weeks ahead. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy as you grieve. With love and sympathy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Heather and Martin, Please accept our condolences. We are so sorry that Joshua could not stay with us. We are praying for your family and will continue to keep you in our prayers. Janice, Patrick, Patrick Liam and Ian
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Heather and Martin, I am Betty Ann’s cousin. We have followed your story through my mom, Helen Endter. We have been thinking about you for months and keeping you in our prayers. Thank you for sharing your story, for your faith, and for your witness through what you have done. We are so sorry that Joshua could only stay here for a short time and pray for comfort in your sadness. We will continue to keep you in our prayers, especially throughout the holiday season. Joanna Endter-Wada and Family (Glen, Gregory and Brandon)