Skylar Kenzie Bowen Obituary (2018 - 2018)

Skylar Kenzie Bowen was born on August 14, 2018 at 12:33 pm. She came out roaring like a baby tiger weighing 3 lbs 12 oz and measuring 15.75 inches long. She left her earthly home leaving behind her parents, Matthew and Marci, and big sisters, Kamri and Bentlee, and returned to her Heavenly Father on August 20, 2018. Although her time on this earth was short, she made a large impact on those around her and those that had prayed for her. Skylar brought out the good in those who heard her story and were a part of her life. Our hearts are full of gratitude for all the people who fought on Skylar’s behalf, went above and beyond their call of duty, believed that she had a fighting chance, and prayed for her; doctors, nurses, our church family, co-workers, hospice staff, family, friends and even strangers are all a part of her story. In the time we spent with Skylar we felt like we had our own piece of heaven on earth and had witnessed a miracle. We got to know a lot about Skylar in the months before she was born and the 7 days after. She had a very strong presence for such a tiny body. Despite her odds for life, she was unwilling to give up so easy and fought ‘til the end. She stayed in 10 weeks longer than they initially expected. She was active when they said she would be calm. She was perfectly cute and created in the image of God when they kept looking for anomalies. She continued to amaze us by defying all odds when we finally got to meet her face to face. She had the sweetest lips and a cute button nose. She loved to have her chin tickled and her toes rubbed. She had the chance to meet all of her Grandparents, who couldn’t get enough of her. She learned to love her binky, but not more than she loved her big sisters holding her, helping change her diapers, and singing to her. Her Daddy was protective over her and made sure she was loved and fed. Her Momma loved her more than words can express and feels like it was a privilege to help bring her into this life. She always kept one eye on us knowing we weren’t too far. Skylar taught us to pray even when it was hard. She taught us to not be afraid to be vulnerable and open when the future was unknown. She taught us to sacrifice without hesitation. She taught us to ask hard questions and accept hope and faith as the answers. She taught us to let go of our fears and to rely on the Lord’s timing and in His plan. This little one changed our lives forever, and we wouldn’t trade our time with her for anything. She was fierce like a tiger, strong like a horse, but mostly just sweet, unique, rare, and magical like a unicorn. The name Skylar means eternal life and strength, and we couldn’t think of anything more fitting. We miss you Skylar Kenzie, but love you; and we know that you are ours forever. We will be sharing Skylar’s story at a funeral Service at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 1, 2018, at the LDS church located at 540 N 1200 E, Bountiful, UT 84010, followed by the burial at Lakeview Memorial Cemetery. A short viewing will be held for family from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating on Skylar’s behalf to help her family cover medical and funeral expenses. An online account is set up for donations at www.jenkins-soffe.com.