Dylan Michael Guffey
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Dylan Michael Guffey passed away on April 13th, 2020. He was born on August 24th, 2019 with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. He spent his short time with us at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. He was given the incredibly selfless gift of a donor heart on February 8th, 2020. The surgery was a success, however, other complications led to a stroke from which he did not recover. Dylan intended to donate his organs to the Midwest Transplant Network, in order to pay forward the gift he was given. His condition did not allow for successful donation, but his intent was recognized by the network.
Dylan was the son of Sean and Lindsay Guffey of Clive, Iowa.
He is survived by his brother Liam.
His grandparents are Darren and Roxanne Whitmore of Perry, Iowa and Mick and Jean Guffey of Watertown, South Dakota. He is also survived by his two aunts, his uncle, and his maternal great grandmother.
Due to the current social conditions caused by the coronavirus, a memorial and celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers we would be pleased to have you donate to Children’s Mercy Kansas City listing Dylan Michael Guffey as the Honoree.
If you choose to supply notification, the family’s address is:
4413 NW 164th St
Clive Iowa 50325
Donations in memory of Dylan can be made to Children’s Mercy, Kansas City.
A Father’s Message to his Dying Infant Son
Warrior,
You have been and always will be my purest form of inspiration. You taught me lessons in perspective. You taught me new depths of strength and courage. You led me to connect in a new, beautiful, and deeper way to your mother and brother. You stretched our family fibers leading to immeasurable growth. Love was always plentiful in our family, but your contributions were unique and powerful.
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to be your dad, and for all the lessons you have taught. Your short time with me has had the most profound impact on my life. I will love you eternally.
Forever in my heart Dylan Michael,
Your loving father
Visits: 8
I am so sorry to hear this. I pray for your family to find strength and peace.
We are so sorry for your loss. Dylan was a warrior, indeed. He has touched so many and will continue just because he was born. May you feel the warmth and comfort of our mighty God surround you during this journey. Hugs and prayers are being sent.
Sean, where words are not enough, you seemd to have found the right oned in your father’s message to Dylan. I am very sorry for your loss, especially after the kind of fight the warrior has fought.
So sorry for your loss. May God bless your family at this difficult time.???
Sean, Lindsay, Liam:
Words can’t express how heartbroken we all are and share with you right now. The words used in his obituary and in the message to Dylan were inspirational and most powerful. Dylan made great impact on your family unit, but his reach was long. We all learned and that learning changed our family in a positive way. Dylan the warrior. We think that is just perfect. Thinking of you and praying for peace during this incredibly difficult time.
Sean, what a beautiful message dedicated to your warrior. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that we continue to keep you and your family in our prayers to give you the strength needed during this difficult time.
Sean, no words could suffice in saying how sorry I am for your loss. Dylan’s life was a blessing on this world, and I know he will impact all those who met him. My prayers go out to you and your family, keep fighting through this difficult time.
Our hearts are so sad?. Dylan put up such a fight and we were so happy that he was able to get his new heart and spend loving time with his wonderful family and without being connected to wires and tubes. So cute and so happy!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Dylan’s beautiful family.
My heart goes out to you. There are no words. These things just don’t seem right.
We’re so very sorry to hear of Dylan’s passing. He was loved by all of your family, friends, and extended ones on FB. Our prayers will continue for Dylan and his family. May beautiful memories of his life provide you with comfort.
Guffey Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Dylan Michael. Your family is in our thoughts & prayers.
Sympathy to Mick, Jean, & Jen also! ???
I had the privilege of getting to know Dylan via his grandmother, Roxanne, with whom I work at Perry High School. Through her Facebook posts, Dylan always appeared to be a sweet & smiley child with a caring & loving family. I have only seen strength & never- ending devotion & hope from those in Dylan’s life, so I truly wish to convey my condolences to you! He was a special angel & although he was only with you a short time, he brought joy & happiness to those around him! May peace be with you & your your family always.
Lindsay, Sean, Liam, and family,
There are no words to convey our shock and sympathy to you all. We have followed along closely, we have prayed for Dylan and all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for you for peace and strength.
There are no words that can take the pain and loss from you Sean, Lindsay, and Liam. My heart breaks for you all. Thinking of you all, hugs and prayers.
Sean and Lindsey, Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We are keeping you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers during this tough time.
Sean and family, you are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Sean – I’m so incredibly sorry for the loss of Dylan. While his time here was short, the impact he has had on you and your family is such a blessing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Sean, Lindsay, Liam,
We are heartbroken at the news of Dylan’s passing. Thank you for sharing his journey with so many of us. He knew much love.
Prayers for strength and peace in the days ahead for all of Dylan’s family.
There are simply no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Your family has been through such an incredibly difficult ordeal. God could not have chosen better parents to share Dylan with.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers and love are sent to you at this extremely difficult time. No words can ever help but know we are thinking of you all. Bless you.
Sorry for your heartbreaking loss.
Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Sean – all of our positive energy is focused on you and yours. I can’t imagine the hurt you all are feeling.
Sean – I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you and your family the strength needed to get through this moment in your life. My most sincere condolences.
Sean, I am heartbroken for your loss. Your message to your son bespeaks your love and devotion as a father. I truly believe at some future time you and Dylan will be reunited and your earthly sorrow will be replaced by an eternal joy.
Sean and family –
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dylan’s life has made a profound impact on so many, even those he never met. Thank you for sharing Dylan with the world, he will never be forgotten. Big hugs to all of you.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for comfort and strength for all your families. God Bless.
I’m saddened to hear of your loss! I can’t even imagine what all of you are going through right now but please know that Dylan is safe and sound in the arms of Jesus! I pray that God will give you strength and peace to get through this! You will be in my thoughts and prayers every day!
We are so sorry for your loss, You and Your Family are in our Thoughts and Prayers. He was such a little Fighter. May you be comforted by knowing He is in Gods loving arms now.
So sorry to hear about your loss of your sweet boy? I sit here looking at the screen and don’t have any words that sound appropriate. Just know he had the best life he could in his time here with you and cherish all the sweet memories.
So sorry for your loss! We are praying for your family!
Emily, Nick, and Beth Venteicher
Losing Dylan has to be the greatest loss imaginable, and we have much compassion for you now and in coming days and beyond. Because love lasts forever, so does grief. We will keep you in thoughts for strength as your family learns to carry your grief for Dylan, and close in our hearts as you begin to reclaim joy and happiness.
So sorry for your loss, Mick. Heartfelt prayers to you and your family!
Sean, Lindsay, and Liam,
No words can describe the sorrow that we all feel for the loss of Dylan. We are truly saddened by this news. Your family is in our family’s thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Prayers of healing, hope and peace to you and your family Sean; the gifts of your time with Dylan will be with you all the days of your life. Much love my friend.
To the Guffey Family, little Dylan Michael will always be in your heart never to be forgotten by anyone. We are sending our Love and Hugs to you with lots of prayers. Little Dylan is up there watching over his Dad, Mom and big brother Liam. Thinking of ypou all at this difficult time…Ferg and Joan Burns
I am so, so sorry for your loss. Your family serves as an inspiration for doing everything possible for family. Keep in touch, you are in our thoughts and our prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. May your memories of your time together provide comfort and peace.
If you find you have the chance
No matter where you are,
Look up at the sky tonight,
It’s got a brand new ?.
Sorry – that should read ‘star’.
So sorry for your loss. We will hold you in our hearts and prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the memories and comfort of family during this time