Baby Ava at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Balitmore, MD
This page has been set up to leave “Words of Hope” for Baby Ava, George & Ann Marie DelRicco, and everyone affected by the tragic events of December 16th, 2011 in Ocean City.
“Many times, it’s the kind words from complete strangers that mean the most when it comes to keeping faith and hope in life’s most troubling times.”
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I am still praying everyday! I wish I could be at the beach week for Ava but I will be there in spirit and continue to pray for all of you and especially Ava!
To Baby Ava and Family.. I wish you every prayer in the world and know that she will pull through this. She seems like a strong little girl with a even stronger mom, dad, sister and family that there is nothing that can keep her down. I pray for you and her every day. I know you dont know me but I give all my love and thoghts your way, beacuse even though I am a stranger every little bit can help!! xoxox
I pray every day, every single day, for you Baby Ava. God bless your beautiful little body and soul. I also pray for your Mom, Dad and sister and all of your family and friends who are hurting so badly because of your injuries. God bless you all.
May God be with you and your family forever and always. I have a 2 year old and and five year old and can only imagine what you are going through. I will keep your family in my prayers because I do believe that prayer changes things.
I heard of Baby Ava through my sister in law, a VT alumni, and I knew George in high school as well.
Ava is in our family’s prayers daily.
Ava, your guardian angels are right next to you at all times, holding your hand. You are very special and loved by so many!
I am a Speech Pathologist and I know the work that lies ahead for rehabilitation. I know Ava’s therapists will work hard to help her recover. I would like to offer my support if you need any materials or advice to help in her speech/feeding recovery.
God Bless your family!
I am only 11 and I pray to God that Ava will get better. She is a strong girl and I know she can get through it. If not, I know God will take great care of her and never let us down.
I am so sad for Ava. She is such a beautiful child. I am praying for her and also the man that did this unthinkable act.
Little baby Ava, I just saw the news that you will be going home~what great news. You have touched so many people and we are all still continuing to pray for you to have a full and complete recovery. Stay strong little baby girl, keep fighting…xoxoxoxo
Dear sweet baby Ava, I recieved the bracelets I ordered so that I can spread the news about you and your family. You are such a sweet angel of God and he has you and your family and friends in his arms. We are praying for you and your family and friends. Heavenly father please hold this little baby girl and her family in your hands and walk them through the storm. And help all the doctors and nurses and heath care people to help them and show them your love. In your name we all pray. Amen
Ya’ll are always in our thoughts and prayers <3 Sending tons of love, courage, and strength to baby Ava, family, and friends. You will forever have a place in our hearts
Dear Baby Ava, I am praying to our wonderful God, and that He may wrap His Healing Arms around your very fragile broken body, and give you complete Healing real soon. So that you can soon be back with your big sister, Sage and happily playing together, just like sisters should be doing. Sending you lots of love and get well, gentle and prayerful hugs sweet little Ava.
I am also keeping your mommy and daddy and big sister Sage in my prayers along with all of the rest of your loving family and friends.
take extra care all of you, and may you feel God’s love and strength through this very trying time.
Sending love, hugs and prayers all the way from England in the U.K. Love Liz Cox and family. xxxx xxxx xxxx
I lost my 18 year old sister to a drunk driver 14 years ago. I also have a daughter who’s almost 2 years old. Words can’t explain my heartache upon hearing Baby Ava’s story. I’d like to help in any way I can from Western New York. Feel free to contact me at deanna@caidonline.com.
Baby Ava and her family, I have been praying for you sweet sweet baby and asking God to watch over you and guide the drs. through any surgeries that you go through. May all the angels surround you on your bed and protect you and bring you through this. You are such a little fighter and I am so proud of you for hanging in there and putting up such a fight to come back to your family. They need you Ava and everyone wants to see your smile. My heart aches for your family and I will continue to pray !
Heavenly father, I pray that you hold little angel ava in your loving arms until she’s all better. I pray for a speedy pain free recovery. Take her pain away. Be with her family and give them a peace and rest. Be with the drs. And nurses and everyone involved , guide their minds and hands during surgeries. Be with them all lord jesus and comfort them. In jesus name amen.
We are praying for AVA. Satan is threatened by an 18 month old worshiper and it wants to kill her. Ava will worship again and do greater things for God in th name of Jesus.
Be encouraged God is on her side. Many are the afflictions of the righteous but God delivers them from all of it.
I’ve been following and praying for Ava since shortly after the facebook was created. My 2 and a half year old Grand-daughter Zoey saw one of the video’s and I explained it to her. She now tells everyone “Ava got hurt” and I ask so what do we do? and she says “Pray”. And pray we do. She has touched a spot in our hearts and never far from our thoughts. God Bless
For Baby Ava,
I truly believe in the not too far future,this angel will know of the immense showing of love,concern and prayers directed towards her. SHE IS A MIRACLE ! and the thousands of us who share our love for this beautiful child,that we have never met,will be better ourselves in the end. She is helping so many others.All my love and prayers Ava and Family.
John Alfieri
“For with God, nothing will be impossible”
Luke 1:37
I live in Baltimore and I have a 4 1/2 month old baby girl. After I heard about this story, my heart broke and I cried. I cannot imagine fathom the pain that the DelRicco family must be going through. Ava’s such a beautiful baby and so strong. What a fighter. She’s proof that babies are so much stronger than what people really think. Never underestimate the strength of a precious baby. I donated to the DelRicco fund, I hope that it helps. I pray that the Lord keeps all of the babies around the world safe, healthy, and strong. God Bless!
God is with you and with Ava. I love that verse at the top of your webpage from Jeremiah. Believe. I will continue to pray for Ava every day.
Im so sorry you have to go through all this pain. Nobody deserves to go through something like this. I have a niece who is a year old and if something like this happened to her I don’t know how I would manage. I commend you for all the strength you have for your little girl. I will be praying for Ava and the family everyday I will also think positive thoughts. Again nobody should ever have to go through this. My heart goes out to you <33
my heart hurts so bad for lil Ava n her family.i to have 2 lil girls around the same age n i have a 4month old son in heaven….i hope n pray so hard that you Ava will stay strong,brave,comfortable n win ur fight!!!!!u r such a beautiful lil girl n i luv ur big eye’s,,i asked my son to watch over you so pls stay strong sweetie
I am so sorry for what you and your family are going through. I can’t imagine how painful it is. I have 3 small girls(3 and 1 years old and 5months) I cried today like I have never cried. I have been following the story since I first heard it on the news. I check daily for Ava’s updates. I talk to my husband about Ava every night after we have gotten our girls in bed. Ava is a strrong little girl to be fighting the way she is and I hope she continues to fight as hard as she can. So that she may go home one day. I wish I could just pick her up and hug her and make all her pain go away.
Baby Ava…. Keep fighting sweetie.. Your family needs you! You may not realize it right now but you have a HUGE family you have never met supporting you wishing you well.
BIG HUGS!!!
GOD IS WATCHING OVER YOU, I AM PRAYING FOR YOU. GET WELL SOON
Baby Ava, you are the nations princess. Our thoughts and prayers are reaching high as we watch the miracles happening with your recovery. Because of you and your wonderful family you had us believe in faith and that faith lead to miracles! Sometimes we don’t see Gods master plan….I think we are now. Through you we believe in again! Thank you little angel! Prayers to the family and friends and mostly Ava!
Dearest Ava, You’ve touched so many hearts with your continued struggle and your strength to overcome. I pray for you and your family nightly and think about how you’re doing often during the day. God bless you little one. God bless you George and Ann Marie – you have an amazing little girl, but you already knew that. ♥ Prayers, love, and hugs from MI
God Bless baby Ava. We are all praying for you and your family.
My heart aches for the DelRicco family. I pray daily for you beautiful Ava and your family. God hears our prayers!!!
Dear Baby Ava,
Hearts around this whole Country are aching for you and your family. A roller coaster of emotions, from such sorrow and tears, to such anger that this man was so heartless as to get into a car, in his condition and drive. I cry when I see your pictures, but can’t help but believe it will all be ok. It just has to be. You have been such a fighter so far and beaten the odds. I truly believe you will continue to do so for as long as it takes. I would just love to wrap my arms around you little one. Hugs to mom and dad as they struggle right along with you. My prayers seem to flow all day as I think of you so often. I do believe that God has gotten the message and he WILL lay his healing hands on your little body and make you “all better” as kids say. I have 9 grandkids of my own, and your tragedy has definitely made us all more aware of our own mortality. Stay strong little one and God be with you throughout this whole ordeal
I pray everyday for that sweet baby, I also pray for the parents & family. I cannot imagine what you are going through but I know God is with all of you.
I have a son a few weeks younger then Ava, and I am so sorry for the suffering she has to go through. I am confident God is orchestrating her recovery so she can live the life she deserves. I will continue to pray every day for your family.
As a mother myself it breaks my heart to see such a beautiful baby have to go through this. I hope and pray you can make a full recovery. Seeing this story makes you realize how quickly your children can be swiped away. I hold my little girl much closer now and am thankful for every moment with her. Your are in my thought daily and we all know you will pull through this! God bless!
Lots of love,
Heather and Baby Ashlynn
There is not a day that goes by that I don’t pray for Ava at least once. I pray so hard that she will have a full recovery. I will keep praying…..God is good and there are angels watching her every move. God Bless Ava and her family.
Sometimes the world throws you curve-balls to see if you’ll hold up. It can hurt you in ways over expectations but you always have to hold strong. I am praying for the recovery of Ann-Marie and Ava in the bumpy road ahead but I can feel in my heart your daughter and wife will survive. I will pray every second for you family and I truly believe your family will keep getting better. I’m only twelve so I rarely think about this but I am still praying and I will keep praying until you and your family recover from this blow.
My heart goes out to you and your family and sweet little precious Ava. As a grandmother it just hurts my heart to see what happened to her but I do know that little ones heal quickly and I pray and will continue to put Ava’s name on the prayer rolls at the Boston and Washington DC Temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I pray that Heavenly Fathers loving arms will enfold sweet little Ava and that she will heal quickly and will not have any difficulties and that every day will be a new day of strength and improvement. Love to all your family..
My thoughts and prayers are with Baby Ava and her whole family…from one Hoke to another!!
I pray for your recovery everyday. God bless you Ava!
I am sending my love and prayers to Baby Ava and her sister Sage, mom, and dad, and all other relatives and friends who are hurting. Wishes for Baby Ava’s continuing strength and success, ((hugs)) to all, and love…<3
Lynda
We continue to pray for you baby Ava. We all know you are a strong little girl. GOD is with you and will help you get better. We continue to pray for you family who is going through this difficult time but I know you will come out of this and will be running and playing with your beautiful big sister. Continue to fight and get better soon. BIG HUGS!!! From the Czosek family
I have been praying for Ava. She is such a cutie! I have a 6-month-old little boy, and I can’t even imagine how a tragedy like this would feel. Obviously, God has a plan for baby Ava. She is a fighter, and that’s God’s way of saying she has A LOT of life ahead of her. It’s truly amazing, the amount of support from her family, friends, and even those who don’t know her personally. Children bring so much love, and Ava is no exception to that. She’s amazing, and I will continue to pray. Love to the family, and especially Little Miss Ava!
More heartfelt prayers have gone to the throne of our heavenly Father tonight/this morning on behalf of Ava!. A little trouble sleeping..thought I’d search youtube for a nice happy cute story of a baby walking with a walker.. and then a most astonishing switch to this most sad happening for Ava. Just couldn’t believe it. Thought.. Nooo not little Ava I just saw walking with her walker!! From joyfully walking with her walker to her being soooo injured. The video is soo moving ..the music..the story…Amazing Grace…working though something sooo difficult . I rejoice with you in the comfort of our Heavenly Father’s care for us. He never promised us a smooth pain free life. We have his assurance of his comfort and that he does sooo well. So saddened but blessed by your lovely family’s love for each other and your expression of faith. Looking foward to hearing about Ava’s continuing progess. God Bless you…from the Lancaster Amish countryside when we continue to learn about forgiveness in tragedy.
ava is my cuzin and there is not one minute of the day i dont think about her…some people really truly dont get wat we are going through…and u cant really say u get it unless ur actually going through it , unless u’v witnessed it..ava is a sweat well behaved baby she listens and has a great personality…she is my other half and i really cant live with her not being okay.
Many prayers are being sent your way from Central PA.
Get better Ava and may God bless Uyou and all of your family.
We are all praying for u<33333
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I have two kids – almost 6 and almost 3. I look at them everyday and pray that the Lord keeps them safe. I am so emotionally attached to your story and can not wait for the day that Ava is on the last stretch of the road to recovery. I also can not wait for the day when selfish people are punished justifiably for the horrible things they do to innocent people, like your sweet baby Ava. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at all times.
I cannot even imagine your struggle right now. As a mommy, I am sending prayers of strength to your family. Love and prayers bring about miracles every day. I hope you are able to feel the arms of 1,000′s of people who are there helping to hold you up when you need it. God bless Ava <3
Prayers and love for Ava and her family. Ava was in Luke’s music class at Gymboree . She is such a joy. We want to wish her the best….
Love,
The Rybczynski Family
The Old English meaning of the name Ava means “breath of life”—how appropriate. You are such a beautiful little girl and I pray that each day will bring you closer to getting well. It looks like you have an amazing family and are surrounded by people that love and care for you, even strangers such as myself. I will think of you often and pray for you and your family during this trying time. I have faith that God will hold you in “the palm of His hand”.
Dear Baby Ava and Family,
I hope that each day feels like a step towards health and happiness. Through tragedy, some triumph and that is what I see happening here. My heart and soul wish your family a miraculous recovery.
Dear Ava and the Del Ricco family,
I just learned of your story today and words can not express how my heart aches for all of you. May you find peace, comfort and strength in the Lord’s loving arms. I will be praying for strength and a quick recovery for Ava, strength for your family, and wisdom for the doctors. God bless you!
Isaiah 40:31
But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength.
They will soar high on wings like eagles.
They will run and not grow weary.
They will walk and not faint.
Baby Ava I don’t know you personally but I’m praying for you everyday baby girl. You have been fighting everyday since the terrible accident do not give up now you can get through this there are many people praying for your recovery. Your parents and sister can’t wait for you to get better. please keep fighting baby girl
Dear Baby Ava,
I dont know you but my heart goes out to you everyday, I just recently heard of your story and I cant express enough how sorry I am that this tragedy happened to such a beautiful little girl. Everyday you will continue to make progress, and I, aswell as everyone else will keep on praying for you. Make a speedy recovery baby Ava, you have come this far, no turning back now. Im close to Johns Hopkins, my uncle was actually treated there (very well i might add) you are in good hands! In Gods hands. I wish I could come see you and your family and spread my love. Wish you all the best, in these hardtimes its best to stay positive so the outcome will be nothing less than positive. <33 Love to all, Get well soon BabyGirl
I have been keeping in touch of your story since it happened. I feel like I know this little girl by just checking in all the time. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Baby Ava is a fighter…
Dear baby Ava, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are a strong little girl and I know that God will see you through this. I pray for your full recovery, my heart aches for you and your family. I feel as though you are part of my family, I hope to one day be able to see you in person. Ava you have touched many lives, including mine and the rest of my family. Get well soon pretty angel.
God Bless you sweet Ava. Sending prayers to you and your family.
I pray for your family and that you all will recover. I had almost lost my sister a year ago in a horrific accident when she fell 20 feet from a tree and her 9 year old life has been changed. I understand and I am praying for a quick recovery for Ava. God does things in our life that do not make sense sometimes. But He has a plan for everyone in this world. I pray that He gives the doctors wisdom as they help Ava on her journey and I pray that your family stays strong throughout this ordeal, you need all the love you can get right now. Good luck and God bless your family. You all will make it through this.
Dear Baby Ava – You have so many people praying for you and your family. You are a fighter and a strong little girl, keep fighting sweet ltitle baby girl! Gods watching over you and will keep you strong! Keeping that fight up! We continue to pray for you and your family!
I have never met the DelRiccos but I have a daughter who is one month older than Ava and every time I look at her I think about and pray for Baby Ava. I can’t imagine something like this happening to my little Erin. My church is praying too. Stay strong and keep trusting God!
Praying for you baby Ava, God Bless you and your family baby girl. Stay strong.
I have been praying for Baby Ava and her family since I first heard of the accident. Bless her heart. I know the power of prayer, and many, many people are praying for you all every day. God is in control and has Baby Ava in the palm of His hands. I pray that God will continue to heal you. *HUGS* to you Baby Girl!
Praying for you everyday Baby Ava!!! You are always in my heart and on my mind.. Stay strong!!
I am a 20 year old University of Richmond student, and have been praying every day, every hour since I found out about this accident. I just want Ava and her family to know that my friends at the University and I are doing everything we can to help out. Starting with prayers, since that is the most powerful thing that can be sent. I pray for a speedy recovery for Baby Ava and healing for the family. And I am hoping to get this story posted in the school newspaper to further expand the Ava Network.
-Ariel
God Bless you today Darling Baby Ava I have been Praying constantly for your complete recovery and for your Mommy and Daddy also.
I don’t know your family. As a matter of fact I had never heard your names until I came across Ava’s story from a friends post on FB. I live in Manistee, MI. Your family and Ava’s story have touched my heart deeply. I have four children of my own and cannot imagine what your family is going though. I have Prayed daily from the moment I seen your baby girls story. I also have seen the number of people that have reached out in Prayer and doing whatever else they are able to. Sometimes I think we forget just how fragile life is or can be until something completely out of our control happens. I couldn’t possibly put into words how I feel about what happened to your daughter by the ignorance of someone’s judgment. I won’t even try because there is nothing to gain by hatred toward someone else. You’re daughter’s story has renewed my faith in God and others. The outpouring of Love and Prayer’s has reminded me that with God all things are possible. I have read what the doctor’s have told you to expect for Ava in update posts, and then I also read what is actually going on. I know sometimes in order to get where we want to be that we sometimes have to take a step back to get there. I also believe that God is the ultimate healer and he is working through the doctors and nurses taking care of Ava. She is already a miracle in my eyes and seeing how far she has come already is amazing. I have no doubt that Ava will make a complete recovery. Matthew 18:19 “Again I say to you that if two of you agree on Earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by My Father in heaven.” Lord I ask that you continue to wrap your healing hands around Ava and heal her completely inside and out. Lord I also ask that you give Ava’s family the strength they need to endure all the pain they have infront of them. I ask this in Jesus name, AMEN!
to ava and her parents,
hi my name is gretchen cooper and i live in ocean city md and i wanted to say iam praying each and everyday for ava and you all.i pray that ava will heal son and be great and get well soon.from gretchen cooper
All the thousands of your new parents that are with you every step of this journey love you and know that you’ll get better <3
Any updates on Ava today? I have been praying for her all day.
Thanks AnaMarie for the chat as my son (Michael) was discharged today (Sat. 01/21) from the bed next-door.
I too have 2 girls born first, – now I’ve the 7 yr. old twins Michael and Maria.
I’ll pray that little Ava continues to receive our God’s blessings and miracles that He’s already shown towards her!
Hi my name is Cheyenne. I am 7 years old. I saw a picture of baby Ava at Coco’s Funhouse when I went to a birthday party. I just want you to know that I worry and think about her all the time. I know that you have a guardian angel with you. And i pray that you get better very soon. I pray for your mommy and daddy too. If i am allowed to and it is okay with your mommy and daddy i would love to send you a card and draw you a picture.
Love, Cheyenne Chism from Bridgeville Delaware
This sweet little angel has touched mine and my 10-year-old daugther’s hearts. We think about and pray for Ava’s recovery every day. All our love to Ava and her family.
I pray for Ava daily and think of her often time throughout the day. This could very easily be any one of us in this situation. I think about all the wreckless drivers there are on the roads. I pray that this sweet angel makes a full recovery. I have been praying for a miracle for my baby girl Abigail since she was born. Yesterday I got my miracle. My sweet baby has avoided her first surgery and does not need a nerve repair. Now I will continue to pray for Ava’s miracle. I understand the fear and hopelessness watching your child laying in a hospital bed. I will continue to pray for and love Ava. May God reach out and lay his hands on this family and contiue to bless them.
I can say that I have never been so touched by a story of a complete stranger. Like many others have said, I don’t know Ava or her family, but I think about her everyday and am continuing to follow her story and updates everyday! I am always checking the many pages for current updates hoping to hear nothing but positive changes, and so far it’s been just that! I am not one to usually pray when I am alone, not in church etc..however I sat on my couch yesterday and said a prayer out loud for baby Ava, and will continue to do so! It brings tears to my eyes every video I watch, I have a 9month old daughter and COULDNT imagine going through this. I admire the strength for her parents, family, as well as baby Ava! Stay strong beautiful!!!
Dear George and Ann Marie,
I am praying for you both and you precious little daughter. I do not pretend to know what you are feeling right now. However, I would like to share a short story with you about my amazing daughter, Amanda, and the time I sat where you are sitting. My prayer is that you might find additional comfort and hope.
My little baby girl was there at Johns Hopkins when she was around 18 months old. Amanda was diagnosed with Craniosynostosis. She was going to have to have reconstructive surgery to her skull. The way I understood it, they were going to saw her skull apart and put it back together so her brain would have room to grow. Just before surgery, Dr. Carson spoke with my wife and I reassuring us and told us not to worry, he did this type of surgery all the time. I think he told us surgery would take 5 hours. After 6 ½ hours I felt like climbing the walls. After 7 hours I felt like climbing out of my skin. Every feeling I had fought against my very nature as a father to be my daughter’s protector. For the first time in my life I experienced the feeling of complete helplessness and uncontrollable grief. I may have even felt some things that have not been defined or recognized as human feelings yet.
Finally they came out and told us that surgery was over and everything went just fine. However, her eye lids were swollen closed and she couldn’t see. Ok…so that did it for me. I had no idea what my daughter had just gone thru or if she was in any kind of pain, but now she couldn’t see? This was just emotional overload for me. They told me that her swollen eye lids were only temporary but that didn’t offer me much comfort. She would cry and cry. I remember holding her close and rocking her so she could feel safe and secure. I remember wanting more than anything to trade places with her. I wondered how much pain she was in and what she was thinking about. She was so little and so innocent. I couldn’t wait to look into those little blue eyes again and say “daddy loves you so much”. It didn’t take very long for me to see those beautiful eyes again. And when I did, I saw hope. I was able to tell her “daddy is here, and loves you so much; everything is going to be ok”.
Amanda is 16 now and a junior in high school. She will be applying to Johns Hopkins later this year to study Neuroscience. Her goal is to become a pediatric neurosurgeon.
I did sit where you are sitting 14 years ago. I know it’s difficult or even impossible to see past today or even tomorrow. But I do know this for sure….I believe in a God that LOVES little children, and the same God can do ANYTHING, so I will pray that God will continue to be with Ava and heal her, I will keep you both in prayer as well.
Tony Roadarmel
The story of Ava and her family has affected me in so many different ways, and although I will probably never come face to face with her or her family, she is the first thing on my mind when I wake up in the morning, and last thing before I go to bed. Checking on her during the day through the updates about her has become part of my daily routine, and I pray that she has a full recovery and one day soon her family can return home as a whole. She is an inspiration, and the people who surround her are the true definition of family, so loving and devoted. I look forward to the day when I see the update posted that little Ava has walked out of the hospital holding her mommy and daddy’s hands, smiling and waving to all of the doctors and nurses who took good care of her and saved her life!
Prayers are with the entire DelRicco family. May God bless you with strength, courage, and faith to get through these trying times as a family. The staff at JHU pediatrics is amazing as we have had a few stays ourselves. prayers for the staff as well, to bless you with the medical knowledge to help Ava and her family recover fully.
We are praying hard for Baby Ava. I have a 12 month old Princess of my own. This tragedy is so unfair. May God hold her in his loving arms and help her to heal and recover. I pray that she has a long life ahead of her and that someday soon she will be able to laugh and run and play. No one deserves to go through this. I am just so sorry. Praying for all of you!!
Dear sweet baby Ava and family,
We pray for you every day and night, that you make a full recovery, and experience the joys of life you were meant share with one another. Please remain strong and keep fighting for a brighter tomorrow. May God bless you all.
DEAR GOD KEEP HEALING THIS PRESCIOUS CHILD…I WANT TO SEE PICTURES OF HER HAPPY AGAIN AND FREE OF PAIN AND SUFFERING. I FEEL AS IF I KNOW HER IN SOME SPECIAL WAY. PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS TO AVA AND HER FAMILY. HOKIES FROM WOODBRIDGE,VA
my prayers are with Ava and the family Delricco
I ask for blessings of healing,hope and joy for this family today and every day until they are all healed. You will be in my prayers for as long as it takes. I believe there is nothing more powerful then prayer except for God himself.
i aby girl i will pray for you every day
Praying for you everyday baby girl!!!!! So sorry to this beautiful family for having to go thru such a horrific accident! Hoping this will soon just be a horrible memory and everyone will be home together!!!!
Anne Marie and George, your little girl’s terrible misfortune brings tears down my face. She is a beautiful girl who is obviously happy and loved without limits. Her accomplishments in life will have no limits, I’m sure. Her recovery will be the first testimony to this. Your little girl seems very determined to play with you two and her big sister sooner rather than later, and I am confident in the Lord that he will share this little angel with you for years to come. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Stay strong and keep reminding precious Ava of your love and all of the positive blessings the future holds for your family.
My heart breaks to hear this story. My thoughts and prayers are with Baby Ava and her family at this difficult time.
I am sorry I am not able to donate right now. I really wish I could. I would like you to know how much we are thinking about your family. Being a mother myself, I cried watching the video. I truly can not imagine what you must be feeling deep down inside. My family and I have you and your family in our most heartfelt prayers as I can see many others do too. I wish I could take this pain away for you all, especially since it didn’t have to happen. I hope you all stay strong. There are a lot of us that are here to support you the only way we know how: through our prayers.
My heart is so heavy for your beautiful family after watching Ava’s story. I cannot imagine the strength it must take for all of you, even Sage to get up every day. The Lord is watching over you and he is holding Ava’s hand right now. I am brought to tears as I sit here a mother myself and contemplate your pain. When our children hurt all we want to do is rush to their side and fix what is wrong. Whether it’s peroxide and a band aid or their vaccinations at the Dr. The pain we feel as parents when we can’t fix what is broken is the worst of kind of pain. I pray for you to have the strength for Ava and one another as such a tragedy has impacted you. I pray for you to have strength for Sage and to be able to continue being the best parents you can to her during this difficult time. I pray that the Lord lay his mighty hand on top of that angel you have and may his amazing power and love penetrate through all of her earthly wounds and may she not only rise but may she walk, skip, run and conquer over the evil and show this world that miracles do exist. May God bless you abundantly and may every person who see’s your story be moved. In our Father’s name, Amen.
I am one of those “complete stangers” that you mentioned. Please feel comfort in the thousands of prayers being said. Psalm 30:2 O LORD my God, I called to you for help and you healed me. Ava is being healed as she rests and as she rests, this is your sweet little girl’s conversation.
My prayers go out for this beautiful baby girl and her family. “Lord, may you grant Ava strength to continue fighting this fight. Overwhelm the family with comfort, love, and all the help they need. Let everyone see that miracles do happen and this little girl is an example of one of your miracles! In the Lords name I pray. Amen!!! “
I don’t pray, I do. So I am making a donation to this family of strangers to me, because I believe in action. This story is tragic and it is powerfully presented on this web page, so I also congratulate its creators on taking positive concrete steps to offer aid to this family. Very well done. And, because it never hurts to offer words of support and encouragement, I wish you success and the DelRicco family courage, love and the best medical care ever received. Having been a PICU nurse at Hopkins MANY years ago, I can’t think of a better place to find the many miracles you will need. I also challenge everyone who feels moved to offer a prayer or words of support to also DO, and give something to this family as you would want others to give to you. (And hope that should you ever face such tragedy, you have such brilliant and caring friends as these!)
Sending tons and tons of prayers your way. God bless Ava and her parents Ann Marie and George. This story has touched my heart in a huge way. I have a son 5 months younger than Ava and I could not imagine going through something like this. My thoughts and prayers are with you each and every day. Miracles can happen. The power of prayer is an amazing thing. Praying for a full and speedy recovery.
Lots and lots of prayers are being said for Baby Ava this morning. Please give her the strength to continue to fight.
Prayers everyday all day for you babygirl, keep strong and don’t give up, sooo many people are pulling for you and want you to recover. Hoping everything goes well during your surgery! I will be thinking bout you you and your family, begging god to see you through this. Big hugs!!!!
God Bless Baby Ava as she goes in for surgery tomorrow, Please Lord watch over her as you have been, and give her body the strength to recover back into the healthy happy little girl that she once was.
God Bless the DelRicco family.
Wishing baby Ava and her family a speedy recovery.
my thoughts and prayers are with you and ava, trust in the lord
Baby Ava God Bless you with a speedy recovery baby girl…May your family also be blessed with strength they can pass on to you with love hugs and kiss’s. Our family is praying for you and your family today and everyday.
Much love The Pazienza’s
DelRicco Family….
Your family is in my Prayers and thoughts. I am Praying and sending well wishes to your beautiful Ava.
God Bless,
Marion
god bless baby ava and family! i pray for her everyday!! also just sent my letter to bill o’reilly as well!! the internet is a great tool to have along with the peoples voice!! lets get avas law enacted!!!
Dear DelRicco family, Please accept our donation along with our prayers for you all, but especially for your precious Ava. We’re certain that God will continue to be holding Ava’s tiny hand as she travels on this journey.Salisbury is praying for you.
Good luck on your surgery today miss Ava! I have made many posts after hearing about what happened to you from Mrs. Hoosen. I hope that you recover fully from everything and that you stay strong!!! Lots of love and prayers being sent your way from SC!!!!
I pray for you, Ava, and your full recovery. I keep you and your dear family in my thoughts constantly. Watching your Mama singing to you touched my heart and brought me to tears- you were fully aware and responsive- I just feel in my heart that you will be OK- you just need a little more time to rest up and get well- time will heal you. Dear God, please guide the hands of these wonderful doctors who are helping Ava today and every day, until she is able to go back home. You have changed lives, little Ava– we are all pulling for you, precious baby.
Love and Healing Light xo
Beautifully written Tara
As I have read through all of your updates, I must say God is good ALL the time. Baby Ava’s story has touched me in ways one could not imagine. I have learned that everyday is a gift and I should be thankful fo rwhat is given. Sometimes in life we all fall short of the things we do have bc of what we feel we dont have. I am so thrilled and uplifted to hear that Ava is on her way to making a remarkable recovery. In her most recent photos, she looks amazingly well. Prayers to you all each and everyday. Good luck and God bless.
Dear Ava,
I am a mom and teacher in Wisconsin and learned about your scary crash. I want to let you know you are so strong and such an inspiration! I think I am a careful person but since hearing about this accident I drive safer! I shared your story with my friends on facebook and want you to get better fast. I check your blog every day to see you getting stronger and hope you continue to heal!
I truly enjoy reading through on this website , it contains great articles . “The longing to produce great inspirations didn’t produce anything but more longing.” by Sophie Kerr.
Lord I lift up Baby Ava & her family today. Father, I know you will guide the surgeons hearts & hands while working on Lil Ava’s foot. Please Lord give AnneMarie & George Delricco peace in their hearts knowing you are tenderly holding their precious baby girl through surgery. Thank You Lord for the many prayers you have already answered through the medical miracles you are working in Lil Ava! Praise Be to God for your Love … I pray in JESUS Mighty Name for the Delricco’s !
Sharon
Baby Ava we are praying that you have a successful surgery today. Keep fighting little one.
Continued prayers for sweet baby Ava as she marches on in her recovery. Sweet girl, you have blown us all away and you will continue to do so.
I am a police office in Ontario Canada and sincerely hope Ava’s Law gets the support it needs there, and across the states and all of North America. Godspeed, Ava’s warriors.
I wish there was something more we could do than pray or buy tshirts, it seems something so small, wish we could be there to hold her hand and your family’s as well. God bless Ava. GO AVA GO!
We are blessed to have 3 happy healthy grandchildren. May your little angels always be safe in God’s hands.
I just learned of this story through a friend’s Facebook page and my heart is breaking for this family. I will be praying for this sweet little Angel and that the DelRicco family can be home together soon. You are in our hearts and prayers
Ava, you are in so many hearts and so many are praying for you!!! stay strong, you little miracle!!! my daughter, Amber is 3 and she talks to Ava when she sees her pictures on the computer!!! you keep getting stronger, baby girl. we are all pulling for you!!!!
I have been following you baby Ava and family since day 1… I pray for you and your parents every night.. your the strongest lil girl I know….I hope with all of the added love, support and prayers from family and strangers that you will pull out of this… My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you lil one….
My family has George, AnnMarie, Sage, and especially Baby Ava in our thoughts and prayers. I pray for George and AnnMarie to have the stregth to get through these tough times, and for Sage who must be devestated by the terrible thing that has happened to her family, and for Ava to have a quick recovery and no long lasting brain damage. You all have an entire community rallying to support you and I know many across the States. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers from here on out. God Bless, and take care. with warm thoughts, prayers, and love from my Family to yours!
Ever since I heard about the horrible accident I have been checking in on Ava’s progress. I have an 18 month old daughter so this really tugs at my heart. I pray for Ava every day a couple of times a day. From what I have read she is a fighter and I pray she recovers quickly. My heart goes out to Ava’s parents, please know you have lots of love and support from everyone.
The staff, members and friends are all praying for your family and sending support and love your way!
I and my family have been praying for you and your family, especially for AVA. My heart goes out to AVA. Everyday I check on her progress and with GOD’s helping hands she will make it through this…
GOD BLESS
The Breiterman Family
I’ve been watching the news & video clips through Youtube & FB…thinking how sweet of an angel’s face Ava has & see now how her spirit has given her the strength she’s needed & has. It makes me so angry for the guy, who knowingly got behind the wheel & walked out w/ only a few scratches & out of jail already (but that’s for another msg.)! Right now & since I’ve heard of the accident, I’ve been keeping her in my thoughts & prayers. I’ve been checking FB updates about her progress….& that’s when I know ANGELS are looking over baby Ava! God bless you Ava & your little sister, who I know must be so confused, maybe scared, &/or sad as well. May God bless you, George & Ann Marie & the rest of your close family…I know this time must be so scary! Prayers will be said everyday until we know Ava is safe enough to go home!
~ Love & Respectfully,
Kim N.
Ava has been on my mind 24/7 ever since i heard about what had happend. my friend had shared her story on facebook. i dont know the family Personally but i pray for her every night. i wish i could make a donation but my family just doesnt have the money right now. im sorry. i hope she makes a quick and amazing recovery.
This little girl is always on my mind..I made a vow to myself that every payday I will donate money… I also think of her sister who must be so confused by all of this..I can only hope things will be better soon for this family
not a day goes by that I dont check here or fb for updates for this beautiful angel. my prayers and the prayers of my family go out to the entire family everyday. i am hoping to be able to attend an event and i need to order shirts and find out about the bracelets.
we are and will be thinking / praying for YOU little angel 24/7!!!! Much Luv……and HUGs to the entire family..
My sister inlaw shared your video today. Watching it is very emotional as I have 14 months at home and a mother of 3 other girls. We will continue to pray for the family and Baby Ava everyday <3 May God bless Ava and her family with healing hands.<3 Sending a donation.
I pray right now for Ava. I pray that you and your family have some peace of mind that she is in one of the best hospitals in the world (JHU). I am a past 20yr Paramedic and when I saw the pictures of the accident, MY HEART SANK! It brought back images in my mind of one of the worst accidents I ever had to respond to where an entire family of 5 was involved. It had such a psychological effect on my life that I could NEVER forget.
I said that, to say this. I took care of a little boy with a massive head injury. I thought that he would never survive. HE BEAT THE ODDS through the power of prayer. I know it can happen. All of my prayers for Ava and my most heartfelt best wishes for your family!
First i would like to say im very sorry for what your going through! As im reading baby avas situation it sounds very similar my brother was also in a horrible car accident so i can understand watching all the moitors and being excited to see the smallest improvements they meant everything! All the doctors told us my brother wouldnt make it but he is still here so never loose hope! It is very hard but everything will get better with time!
Precious Baby Ava as I have written before your name is permanently tattooed in my heart.. What an inspiration you and your family have been to us all. With such love and dignity your family have allowed all of us to follow your progress and you are such a miracle. I pray God will continue to heal you and keep Angels at your bedside.
The entire Delricco family has been and will continue to be in my thought and prayers. I can not imagine what you are going through emotionally but, please know everyone who has heard Ava’s story, is going through a tiny fragment of that pain you are feeling right along with you. God has a plan, and while we are all wondering what it is in times like this, he will take care of everything. God bless! (((hugs)))
As the mother of four children, my heart aches for the DelRicco family. From our family to yours during this most challenging time we offer you this Prayer of Protection for Ava (and family):
The Light of God surrounds Ava and her family.
The Love of God enfolds Ava and her family.
The Power of God protects Ava and her family.
The Presence of God watches over Ava and her family.
The Mind of God guides Ava and her family.
The Life of God flows through Ava and her family.
The Laws of God direct Ava and her family.
The Power of God abides within Ava and her family.
The Joy of God uplifts Ava and her family.
The Strength of God renews Ava and her family.
The Beauty of God inspires Ava and her family.
Wherever Ava is (and her family), God is!
May this prayer lift Ava and her family in a loving and healing light.
Nameste
The Sloan Family
My heart continues to break for this sweet angel and her parents. As a mother of 2 little girls, I cant begin to imagine what you must be going through. And while I am so angry at the man who caused this and question God, I know that HE never makes a mistake. Heaven is being bombarded with prayers by the entire world from total strangers who are touched by this little angel. I am believing in a full recovery because our God is able to turn something so tragic in to a beautiful work of art. Baby Ava, keep fighting precious!! You’re so loved!!
My daughter was born 7 weeks early at Johns Hopkins. They worked miracles on my daughter who is now a healthy 8 year old. I know they will work miracles on your precious Little Angel Ava. Praying that she makes a full recovery and will be up and about real soon
Coach DelRicco,
I am very sorry to hear such awful news. I will pray for your daughter Ava, you and your family everyday. Having a 12 month old daughter, I cannot imagine what you are going through right now. I wish you the best and pray that Ava will make a full recovery.
Sincerely,
Randy Oates
Baby Ava and the entire Delricco family are in my prayers everyday! As the mother of a 12 month old daughter, I cannot imagine the way you must be feeling right now. I hope and pray that Ava will continue to make positive progress everyday in the hospital and make a full recovery. I will be thinking about Baby Ava everyday. Please continue to keep us updated!
All of my Love and Prayers,
Tiffany Oates
I just wanted to say thank you for all of the updates on ava and her family. Ever since i saw her story and seen her face she and her family have not left my heart,they are true fighters and i know she will pull through this. This little girl is the meaning of the word miracle the power of prayer works and she is proof.
Ava and her family are in my thoughts and prayers. After looking at the pictures and video, i am truly heart broken. A little over a year ago, my 6 year old brother was flown shock trauma to Hopkins due to a major head injury. He had to undergo 5 hours of plastic surgery to fix his fractured frontal lobe, broken nose and shattered bones around both of his eyes. It was a complete nightmare. This being said, he is as good as new now thanks to Hopkins. They truly are miracle workers and I know they will make a miracle happen for Ava and her family. Good luck and god bless.
Thank you so much for all the updates that are posted for Baby Ava. Her story has touched the lives of many. God Bless the DelRicco Family! <3
Beautiful Ava & The Delricco family, I saw the video footage of that tragic day and it has been on my mind as if it were my own child / family member. I pray that Ava and her mommy make a full recovery & are able to reunite as a family an carry on a happy life. It is amazing to see all of the love & support that you have gained from absolute strangers!! Your strength & love will carry you through this trying and difficult time.
I am in the Baltimore area & Hopkins is the BEST place for Ava to receive care! Love and prayers from my family to yours!
I have 2 little girls, ages 3 years and 5 months, and when I heard this story I cried. I can not imagine what you are all going through. I think about and pray for baby Ava and your family everyday. I am so sorry for what you are all going through, but God is good and I have faith that he will heal baby Ava. Stay strong!
Megan Parnell
I am praying for ava and hope she recovers completley !she is a strong angel and she has touched all of our hearts we love you Ava get well soon!!
My baby girl is 10 yrs old. I cannot imagine what you and your family are going thru. Prayers continue to be with you. Keep up the good work Baby Ava!
Praying for you baby Ava.
*you can do all things through Christ who gives you strength*
Thoughts & prayers go out to all of you!
Prayers are coming your way for your family. Never lose sight of your faith in God. He will always be there for you.
Baby ava, when I saw what u and mommy are goin thru it hit my heart like a ton of bricks!! My heart is heavy and full of hope and prayers for u and ur family babyhirl. I want u to know u have takin me in ur arms with not even bein there by ur side. I’m gonna do what I can to help ur mommu and daddy and I pray for u. I love u beautiful babygirl and I hope u get well soon!!
I continue to pray for your family and hope that justice is served. Try to stay strong and be positive.
My family and I are praying for baby Ava and her family!
Baby Ava and her family are in my thoughts and prayers all day. What a precious child she is and so amazing to bring so many people together. She is truly God’s angel! May God continue to hold her close and heal her! Sending lots of hugs and kisses, baby girl! We love you!
Delricco Family:
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all and especially to little Ava. My own sister was in a tragic car accident 5 years ago and suffered many injuries including brain damage. Thanks to many prayers and what doctors considered a miracle she has made almost a full recovery. I can attest to how difficult and heart wrenching this time is for everyone who loves Ava. I pray with all my heart that she also makes a full recovery and grows up to be a most amazing and fortunate woman.
With Love,
Kerri
my thoughts and prayers are with you baby ava her family! will be praying everyday. god bless!
Baby Ava- I don’t know you personally but have a little girl your age and can’t imagine what your mommy and daddy are feeling right now. Please keep fighting Baby Ava! You are an incredibly strong little girl. Hopefully very soon you will be at home playing again! Thoughts and prayers for you and your family coming from St. Louis, MO. XoXo
I was very shooken up seeing baby Ava’s video. Sending prayers to your beautiful baby. I know the Lord is going to heal her in time. If you need anyone to chat with, I live 15 minutes from the hospital, if you need any help.
Stay strong Ava! Your in my prayers! Stay strong family this little one needs to pull her strength from you! Bless all of you a miracle will happen!
Ava and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers each and every day. I truly hope for a full recovery.
God bless.
our prayers are with the beautiful baby Ava and her family, she is in the best hands with God and the staff at Hopkins and wishing a speedy recovery for the whole family
Stay strong little one. So many people are praying for you and your family. May you look back one day on this as a very distant memory.
Your story brought me to tears. I have 2 small children and I can’t imagine what the family is going through. I will pray for Ava to make a full recovery and for her family to have the strength to help her through this. God bless!
Sweet Ava and family,
I was moved to tears by your story. I am sending prayers, love, and hugs to you all. You have two beautiful girls, and I pray that Ava will grow stronger and heal fully.
Much love,
Sarah
Delricco Family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength to face each day. Lord I lift little Ava and her family up to you. Father, I know ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE through YOU ! In Jesus Mighty Name I pray for all of you !
Sharon
Baby Ava, you are amazing <3 Living proof that miracles exist, I will keep you in my heart and prayers.
In times like these words fail to say enough. A verse of scripture I find helpful in times of sorrow is Romans 8:26-27 Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us[a] with groanings which cannot be uttered. Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
To the family I pray that you can rest in God’s perfect peace and for sweet precious baby Ava I pray that you can grow up and learn what it is to love another. That you will know what it is to find joy and what it is to have your heart broken. Life isn’t easy but I pray that you get to experience it for its ups and downs. I hope with all my heart and pray with all my strength that God brings you through this and you can continue to bless your family with your beautiful face, smile and laughter. May God show His love, mercy and peace. My prayers and love are with you sweet baby and your family.
Many prayer’s and thoughts to you and your family!
Cole’s Prayer Team member
Just saw the pray chain on facebook and will keep Ava and your family in our prayers. I hope that she will have a speedy recovery and that you continue to see God’s blessings as her condition improves. We will continue to push the chain on facebook so you get as many prayers and donations as posssible as this could have happened to any one of our children if they continue to let people out of jail who have should not be.
This story brings tears to my eyes, I send prayers your way that your little girl will never remember any of this and has a 100% speedy recovery, and can be a voice to stop this.
Dear Little Ava and Family,
I just had to stop and let you know that I am praying for you all. God indeed has the final say. Just know that He is always with you, helping you all stay strong. I am praying that you all will be laughing playing and praying together in no time.
George & Ann Marie,
Words cannot express how deeply I feel for your family. I am a first time mom to an 8 month old baby boy and mother to mother, Ann Marie, you have got to be one of the strongest people I know. Ava is so lucky to have you! I watched her video of her first breath with joy but also amazement at how strong you are staying for her. Your family is in my prayers.
With love,
Becky
*Lord – please lift up baby Ava and surround her with your healing grace. Comfort her, heal her and bring her back to perfect health. Lord, bless her parents and family who have stood by her side, steadfast and strong looking to you for guidance and praying for their beautiful baby girl. Lord, only your healing power can descend upon this precious baby and make her better. We know you make miracles happen! In your holy name I pray. Amen.
So, so many prayers for baby Ava and her entire family!
C.O.L.E’s Prayer Team
Melanie
Sending big hugs to beautiful Ava and family. May god provide you with the comfort and strength you need during this time. Ava is forever in my thoughts and prayers. She is such a strong, fighter. she can do this.
catie stebbing
C.O.L.E.’s Prayer Team
http://www.colesfoundation.org
I heard about your story on Facebook from a friend that lives in Ocean City. I have been checking daily to check to see if their are updates on Baby Ava. What a beautiful full of life little girl from the pictures posted. Love the one of her in the toilet. God is blessing her and the family everyday by helping her fight. Little one my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Prayers are being sent up for sweet little Ava!
Bambi Muylle
C.O.L.E.’s Prayer Team
http://www.colesfoundation.org
It’s heart breaking to see you suffering from such a horrible accident. I’m sure you will have a full recovery. Baby just keep fighting the battle and get better day by day. You and your family have all my best wishes.
I am so sorry. I cannot imagine what your family must be feeling and going through everyday that Ava is in the hospital. I do not know you, but, I feel the pain as if I did. I will pray for Ava and your family. I will ask that our church include you in our prayer chain as well. I also plan to make a donation to PNC bank to help with your expenses. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your little girls are soo beautiful! I was sick to my stomach when I watched the video on facebook of what happened. My heart really feels for your family. I think it is truely a miracle to make it out of that accident alive, and I hope and pray that baby Ava continues to make a full recovery. I want to make a few donations, I do not have much money but I know that anything is better than nothing! I will continue to pray for Ava and the Delricco family..God Bless!
little Ava isn’t ready to leave this world and i will continue to pray for peace, strength and full recovery!
Johns Hopkins one of the greatest hospitals in the United States, she is in good hands with the doctors and nurses and there is no doubt in my mind she will make a full recovery with their care. Sending prayers everyday for Ava and the DelRicco family. Stay strong Ava!
I heard of your story through Facebook today. My heart breaks to hear such a tragic story to such a beautiful family and innocent child. Prayers have been sent and will continue for both your family, Ava’s health, the doctors taking care of her as well as the man who selfishly caused this. I have faith that God hears our tears and pleas for Ava’s recovery and I truly believe in miracles! God Bless!
I have a little girl about Ava’s age and it breaks my heart knowing that a baby is hurting. My daughter had problems when she was born and I have been grateful everyday to have her in my life. Saying prayers for Ava and her family!
My heart breaks for baby Ava and her family. I am praying for her to make a full recovery.
Dear Lord,
Please help this little angel heal and recover so she can be back in her momma’s arms soon. She has so much life left to live, Lord, and we are begging You to help her heal quickly. Lord, it is in Your capable hands.
Ava’s family,
Words cannot express the sorrow that you are enduring right now. Words alone cannot tell people the pain you are going through. We cannot even begin to imagine the anxiety, hurt, anger, pain, sadness, and feelings of doubt that you are having. Trust in God and know that He will pull Ava through this.
Ava,
Sweet baby girl. Our hearts hurt for you. You are loved by so many but known by so few. We only know of your story, and we have seen your baby pictures, yet we care about you so much and love you even though we have never met you, and probably never will. Get better soon, sweet girl.
Deuteronomy 31:8
The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Baby Ava and your family is in our thoughts and prayers each and everyday! Stay strong God is with you!
To baby Ava and the DelRicco family you are in the hearts and minds of many with love and prayers constantly. I am so sorry for what you are going through. Please stay strong… God hears our prayers. I believe in miracles…Dear Lord please show your mercy on this beautiful little angel. Give her the strength to heal and grow strong. Please show the miracle of your love for all of us, by making little Ava whole again, please allow her a full recovery. Please let her family start seeing the power of your love with signs that Ava is getting better everyday. Thank you Jesus for all of our blessings. I know you are holding this little girl and her family in the palm of your hand. God Bless the DelRicco family…your prayers are being answered. Keep your faith strong and continue to believe in the power of love and prayers.
I deeply feel this family’s pain. I was involved in a hit and run accident 6 years ago. I was hit by a man with 55 year history of DUI. He had been arrested many times and had been involved in many accidents. After 2 years and 3 trials I put him in federal prison. He continued to drive past my home with the newly built wheelchair ramp every day after the accident, even though he had NEVER had a driver’s licence and had been ordered by a judge not to drive. We had him arrested and he was released. I pray for Ava’s quick and complete healing and want you to know not to give up and to put this man where he belongs so no other family will ever have to suffer because of him!
As I read your story and look at the photos, my heart feels the pain you are suffering as a family. I feel connected and vow to pray everyday for a miracle for Ava and strength for Dad, Mom, Grandparents and all who love her so much.
Hearing of this today my heart just breaks. As a mother of 4 and now a Mimi to 4, (with 2 more due), I feel so grateful that I never had to deal with anything like this. I am an hour away from John Hopkins and would love to be able to do something to help myself – if there is any need for housing for relatives, transportation for anyone, or even if you need someone to be at the hospital for any reason, please contact me. I am an honest person who sincerely has been touched by your story.
God bless her, our family will be praying for her.
God is good. Baby Ava I wish you nothing but happiness and butterfly kisses. Pennsylvania is praying for you baby girl!
This story has touched me deeply & brought me to tears every time I see her picture or watch a video. I have 4 children of my own 11, 9, 3, and 7 months. My 3 year old is named Ava, who reminds of so many ways of little Ava. Ava in german means STRENGTH, which I believe says a lot of your precious baby..My prayers to you little Ava , you have touched my heart…May God be by your side to pull you through this..
Such a shame that an event like this makes us realize what we take for granted on a daily basis.
God Bless
I shared many links to my facebook about this, I plan on donating whatever I can to help this little angel and her mother. I love them both, and I have never even met them
God really has it on my heart to share this with everyone. I pray for her, I asked my Pastor to pray for her as well. I have faith in my heart that God will give them both the strength to pull through completely. <3
As the mother to 3 children ages 13, 3 and 16 months, I cannot imagine the pain that this has caused on your family. I will pray for Ava every day, beautiful baby girl that did not deserve any of this at such a tender age. She is absolutely precious and I pray God pulls her through this and gives you the strength to conquer every hurdle you may encounter. May she use every ounce of her strength to pull through and prove to the world that miracles do happen, God is listening, he is watching. Amen.
You have touched me all the way in PA. We are all praying for you Ava and your family. Be strong and know that God is with you all. I hope and pray to see a picture of Ava on facebook of her fully recovered and with a big smile. Sending our love your way!
Our hearts go out to little Ava and her family at this difficult time. We will continue to pray for her each day……what a beautiful little girl.
Praying and sending positive thoughts to Baby Ava and her family. God Bless that baby girl. My mom is an angel and I have asked her and prayed to her to watch over Ava.
My thoughts and prayers are with Ava and her family. Please know that so many people are sending you good wishes and prayers. I have a beautiful granddaughter her age and could not even imagine the pain and suffering you are going through.
I will never understand people who drink or use drugs and drive with careless disregard of others. And cause such horrific damage to others.
May GOD keep you close and heal your precious angel!!
My prayers are with your family. Such a tragedy to a beautiful a little girl. I have two girls and send you all our love and prayers for your family.
The strength of the DelRicco family has inspired so many, and we all offer you our shoulders to lean on and hands to hold or to help. You are in our thoughts every day. We wish for comfort and healing for the whole family.
Baby Ava, you are in my thoughts and prayers every day for a speedy recovery. The Lord and all of the angels are watching over you day and night.
I pray also for your Mommy, Daddy and the rest of your family ….that they may find comfort in knowing that there is a lot of love, powerful prayer and support being sent your way.
George and Ana Marie, I will be praying for your Ava, my heart hurts for you. Our Lord knows every cell of your baby girl as he created her and He knows all the areas she needs healing in. I know HE is in the miracle healing business as I have seen HIM perform miracle healing on two of my granddaughters. Praise Him Keep the Faith and watch what He is going to do for your little angel. God Bless Psalm 62:5-8
Ava is in our family’s daily prayers. We hope that she is getting better each day. We ask that the Angel of God watch over your sweet little girl and heals her to full recovery.
God Bless Ava!
God bless your little angel. My heart goes out to you and your family. As a mom of little ones I can not imagine what you are going through, but as a faithful beleiver in our Lord and Savior Jesus, I can imagine and beleive in his miracles. God has Ava in the palm of his hands. Trust in the Lord with all our hearts and lean not on our own understanding! God Bless You all and little Ava!
Lord Jesus, I lift up little Ava and her family to You. It is our desire that You would touch and heal her little body. We know that “all things are possible” with You, and we pray that if it is Your will, that she would be restored to complete health to love, serve and bring glory to You for many years to come. Lord, comfort and strengthen her family during these difficult days, and surround them with the love that only You can give. In Jesus’ Name I pray. Amen.
May God bless baby Ava and her family, you are all so very strong. I will keep you in my heart, mind and prayers and will spread the word to help keep donations and prayers coming. You have touched so many lives, including my own. Stay strong, so many love you and are cheering you on baby girl. <3
Sweet baby Ava, you are in my thoughts and prayers along with your family. I pray that God will watch over you and care for you on your road to recovery. May God give you and your family strength and courage. You are a precious little angel!
I can not image the pain and agony that the family is facing, but I do know that there is a God and he is with Baby Ava every minute of every day. I am praying for her recovery and praying for her family to have the strength to face this head on. I recently read a great book that I think would be of comfort to the family. It is called “The Boy Who Came Back From Heaven” by Alex Malarkey. I will continue to raise baby Ava up in prayer and hold her in my thoughts.
I believe in the power of prayer. Keep fighting Baby Ava. You are loved by so many people <3
Your little girl is in my thoughts and am offering prayers for her speedy and complete recovery. Stay strong for her and she will draw that from you. Take care.
I have four kids and I almost lost one of them when he was 5 (now 8 ) to a near drowning accident. The thought of losing a child is excruciating. My son survived and his accident was God’s way to tell us he is in charge. Have faith because miracles DO happen!!! Every day and right before our eyes! We were blessed with one and we will pray for yours! We will pray for baby Ava…for our Lord to perform the miracle of Life once again, and for the parents to have the faith and trust that whatever happens, our Lord will always be there for them! I have faith baby Ava will make it okay!
My heart has been touched by baby Ava. I pray for a full recovery for this precious angel. May God bless Ava and her family.
Believe in miracles I just witnessed one and the boy is now home after 9 month at Hopkins and a lot of prayers.
I will make sure our church adds Ava to our prayer chain.
The power of prayer is what you all need. Ava is in the best hands the doctors and our Lord he will hear your prayers keep the faith. God Bless you all
Dear Little Ava, so many prayers, so many candles to light the way back to your family. The angels with you now will cheer you on with each step. God Bless you and give all the needed strength to your loved ones.
Please know that your family and especially Ava are in my prayers every day!!! I ask the Lord to wrap you all in his arms and give you strength to hold on to hope! I feel confident that Ava will pull through this!!! Much love from my family to yours. Katie Mason
Sweet Baby Ava – You don’t know me but I can feel your spirit just from looking at your beautiful pictures. You have so much life to live, and I am praying for your speedy recovery. Fight Baby Ava!
To Ava’s parents – my heart goes out to you, and I am praying for your continued strength and optimism for your baby girl’s recovery. Sending so much love and positive vibes from one Hokie house to another!
All of our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God, please bless this beautiful child and help make her better.
George,
While it’s been a very long time since we have seen or spoken, I’m heartbroken that you and your family are having to go through this. Please know that my family’s thoughts and prayers are with you, your entire family and with Ava.
May the Lord and His Angels watch over you precious baby…..Amen.
Sending Prayers & ((hugs))
Ava I bless you and give you healing love and light and peace and joy. And hugs.
Dear Ava, I am from OC, MD..I have many family and friends who travel the route and live off of 142nd st..when i heard this story, all I could think of was “what if this had been them!” And even though I don’t know you, my heart goes out to you just as much as if it was my family! I pray everyday for you and your family! In my heart, i just know you are going to get better..I can feel it!! Soooo many people are praying and pulling for you-little one!! Fight Ava!! Fight!!
God is strong, and so are you! I looking forward to hearing of your miraculous full recovery in the near future! Rest now baby girl!
I am so sorry your family is going through this but i know she is in God’s hands and im praying fervently for her recovery and a miracle of complete healing. im praying for your family as well. Just hold on God will walk you through this storm.
This story has brought tears to my eyes. I have two of my own and things like this hit real close to home. That could have been one of my two. My thoughts and prayers and with you both and with Ava. I can’t imagine how hard this all must be but I do believe staying as positive as possible truly helps. May you and your children be blessed and may your miracle be granted your baby deserves it.
Keep fighting Angel…You have touched so many hearts
We are praying for Ava. This story just really burdened me… so keep those updates coming so we can know how to pray.
I’ve never posted a comment on a website before for a family I don’t even know, but I have read several news articles about this accident and found myself very moved by your situation. As a mother of two small ones myself, I just wanted you to know that your family, and especially little Ava, are in my thoughts and prayers. She is a beautiful little girl. Stay strong and hopeful – there are many people, even strangers, praying for Ava and her recovery. God bless you, and God bless little Ava.
Precious Baby Ava. Prayers are being heaven sent many times over, daily. God Bless you and your family and may He hold you in His healing hands.
I have faith that our God will provide a miracle to precious….beautiful baby Ava. I am praying every day for her and for your family. She means so so much to many people but most of all she is a child of God…a God of miracles.
watching the video and that darling little baby lay there with all those tubes. brought tears, my thoughts are with her and her family. the driver. should have to go see this little baby and her Mom fight for their lives. so he can see what he did.this is just so sad..
This precious baby’s life has touched our family’s hearts. My own daughter is only 15 months old and we pray everyday and everynight for your family. God will let Ava open her eyes again and He will let you all hear her laughter. Never give up hope, you have a world of people praying for you.
I am the mother of 5 & grandmother of 2. I know how precious your little girl is to you & your family. God is watching over you & your little angel. With so many prayers & well wishers she will surely survive & thrive. My heart aches for you during this terrible, trying time. Stay strong & have faith.
Praying for you Ava! You are a beautiful baby girl and have so much in life to look forward to!
Prayers for Ava, her family and her friends. This story has touched my life and many others lives… Stay strong baby girl you have a life to live and show these people you can do it. Over power the man who was careless and irresponsible and did harm… You are precious and beautiful…. <3 you
Prayers going your way to the family and baby Ava may God bless you and heal you. Please take care and God bless
George and Ann Marie,
We are Keely’s parents. Haven’t seen you since the bowl game in New Orleans, but have kept up with you through her. After watching you play VT ball and make unbelievable plays, we know you are a man of determination and courage. So we know Ava has great genes to fight with. After seeing pix of Ann Marie, we know where Ava gets her good looks:) We wish we could just wave a magic wand and make this all go away. Our hearts are with you every minute of every day, as are our prayers for Ava and you both. We know first hand that J. H. is a great hospital. May God keep you all in His arms. Much love is coming your way. Alfred and Linda
Dear Ava,
I don’t know you in person but my spirit been touched by you. You are a beautiful little girl who has such a long, great life ahead of you. You have the face of an Angel and your most certainly a true gift from God. I live near the location where you were hit in your Mommys car and your beautiful little soul has touched many of our hearts in the community.
Keep holding on Ava, with all of the strength you have and when your ready to take on the world, open those pretty eyes and give your Mommy and Daddy that beautiful smile that they’ve been longing to see. God is not done working His miracles just yet but when He is, you will be healthier than ever as we all claim both internal and external healing in the name of Jesus from the top of your head, to the souls of your feet by the Stripes of Jesus and we declare in Jesus name for you to rise up baby girl and open them gorgeous eyes. In the name of Jesus we thank you Lord for Ava’s miracle to be manifested now, in Jesus name we pray, AMEN<3
Amen…
God, please bless this beautiful child and help make her better. Please stay with the family and help them through this difficult time.
Baby Ava, Our prayers are with you. There is not a day that you don’t cross my mind so stay strong baby girl we are all pulling for you.
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Thank you,
Jamie
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Hello Ava. My name is Eric. I am building your website and this is my first “Message of Hope”. I know you are very young right now, but you are a very strong little girl. God has a plan and a great future for you. You have caused a great many people to pause and take into account all that they have to be thankful. One day, God will make us all understand, but for now, we all have to keep faith in your recovery and pray for God’s healing power to overcome you.
I can’t wait to meet you and see first hand the joy and spirit you behold.
To George and Ann Marie, I’m just one of thousands that will do anything to make your road ahead a little smoother. Please delegate your needs to God’s angels that enter your life in the days, weeks, and months to come. God Bless You Both.
Ava I am praying for you sweet baby girl. Dear God, I pray that heal this sweet baby girl’s broken body so that she may be whole again. I pray that you hold her in your loving arms. I pray that you comfort her family thru this most difficult time. In Jesus name Amen.
I am so sorry you are going thru this. It’s just not fair, you should be home playing with your sister. I am sending you lots of love and strength. xoxo Leslie Smith
I sell Cookie Lee jewelry I will gladly give proceeds if you have a fund raiser.. I know another vendor that would do the same.. Please contact me to help I am a Nana
Susan,
Do you have a website where people can order online?
Eric
God bless baby Ava.We are all praying for her