Athena Strand: Funeral service for 7-year-old included a custom pink casket, her favorite Disney son

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ธ.ค. 2022
  • Strand's mother told WFAA that SoulShine Industries donated the casket for the service. The company also made 19 custom caskets for Uvalde victims.

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  • @SofiaTHEfIRST1873
    @SofiaTHEfIRST1873 ปีที่แล้ว +584

    Wow what a sweet man donating and creating a casket

    • @andyramirez5436
      @andyramirez5436 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Poor angel, rest in paradise.

    • @sashachitownvillegas6850
      @sashachitownvillegas6850 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      it was sweet. what i dont understand is why not bury her in it ?

    • @Sara-xk1ns
      @Sara-xk1ns ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @Smoke King I remember hearing him talk about that. Companies from states away were reaching out to him to get him caskets and he had friends driving hours away to meet people and pick them up. They also drove for hours delivering each one to the family. This man is doing great things. I’m glad he is getting recognition it just sucks that this is why he’s getting it. His company is linked to tragedy but he is doing an amazing job giving these families some more positive memories after losing them.

    • @SofiaTHEfIRST1873
      @SofiaTHEfIRST1873 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Sara-xk1ns wow amazing!!!

    • @SofiaTHEfIRST1873
      @SofiaTHEfIRST1873 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sashachitownvillegas6850 she got cremated…. I think

  • @illstuffamattresswithyou5657
    @illstuffamattresswithyou5657 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    As a Funeral Director, I love to see the care this man puts into personalizing these caskets. I wish funeral homes utilized him rather than having families select from the generic caskets we all sell. Rest In Peace sweet girl 🙏🏻

  • @amythus6139
    @amythus6139 ปีที่แล้ว +231

    It's horrible enough losing a child to an illness or accident, but to lose a precious child because some sicko murders them is so revolting and disgusting that it defies comprehension. I pray the family finds some healing after all this. I don't know how I would cope, I really don't.

    • @naturalkinks8683
      @naturalkinks8683 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd start by deleting the stepmom out of this world too. She's partially responsible.

    • @Mean.Devil77787
      @Mean.Devil77787 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Samee

    • @bobs1356
      @bobs1356 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is so sad so unfair. They should use a firing squad on this maniac.

    • @katherinemazanett3030
      @katherinemazanett3030 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It’s is disgusting to see these child predators killing babies and children 😢 poor baby! RIP ❤

    • @rachaelshaynanelson
      @rachaelshaynanelson ปีที่แล้ว

      @@katherinemazanett3030 true

  • @carltwidle9046
    @carltwidle9046 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    Beautiful casket for Athena. 🙏 RIP.

  • @pdig2963
    @pdig2963 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    The man who designs these caskets is a true hero to many ❤️
    RIP angel 🙏

  • @gwendalyn1
    @gwendalyn1 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    I've never met this little girl but I will never forget her rest in peace little one 💗 💕 💖

  • @marthaanderson2346
    @marthaanderson2346 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    My son made his first son's casket. My first grandson would have been almost 18 years old.💙💙💙🙏🙏🙏

    • @christimecarmona6810
      @christimecarmona6810 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That was probably very hard emotionally for him to do that. Sorry for the loss of your grandson!

    • @marthaanderson2346
      @marthaanderson2346 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@christimecarmona6810 yes, it was yet it helped in the healing process over time. He also went to Build a Bear to find a tuxedo for Anthion to be buried in. Anthion was 12 days old when he passed away. He was born at 23 weeks. Beautiful boy.💙💙

    • @tokiepoke
      @tokiepoke ปีที่แล้ว +5

      i’m sorry for your loss❤️ thank you for sharing

    • @sandrabrown5909
      @sandrabrown5909 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So very sorry for you’re loss😢💔

    • @KQuinn672
      @KQuinn672 ปีที่แล้ว

      So sorry😰

  • @MissBliss818
    @MissBliss818 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    As a viking and history nerd, it really got me emotional hearing about the viking symbols and her tagging along to the Renaissance festival with her dad - I can get a feel for the type of family they were and they could have easily been my friends, neighbors, or family... there's no reason any of this had to happen. She seemed like the kind of daughter one would be proud of. RIP baby girl.

    • @andyramirez5436
      @andyramirez5436 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      There are times where I have to ask myself why just why.

    • @EbonyJ-rt5bb
      @EbonyJ-rt5bb ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@andyramirez5436heartbreaking 💔

    • @h.e.nfarms2292
      @h.e.nfarms2292 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      We are all neighbors 💚

    • @deannaofcourse8443
      @deannaofcourse8443 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agree I was really surprised when I seen those viking marking on casket that's awesome! I have similar tattoos on my shoulder of the Keltic love not of endless love I also come from Viking background on my mother side

    • @AnastasiaBeaverhousn
      @AnastasiaBeaverhousn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How are you a viking??? 🥴 It's a JOB not a race!!! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @lindseyhendrix2405
    @lindseyhendrix2405 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Wow, what an incredible guy. I was already tearing up to hear him taking this upon himself but then I lost when he mentioned custom making 19 caskets - and I automatically knew it was Robb Elementary. What a stand up guy. Texans helping Texans. 💛

  • @kathywrightjohnson6804
    @kathywrightjohnson6804 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Run and play sweet Athena. Nothing can hurt you now or ever again. I am so sorry this happened to you. Praying for your families to get through this most difficult of situations.

  • @tatertotcasserolewithsalt
    @tatertotcasserolewithsalt ปีที่แล้ว +52

    This guy is such an angel. What great work he’s doing. We will never forget you Athena. Sorry for the evil in the world. 😢❤

  • @dani.dee4213
    @dani.dee4213 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Rest in peace little princess

  • @Kay-12345
    @Kay-12345 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This man is an angel on earth. I remember hearing about him. He makes this world a better place ❤🙏

  • @faithhopelove9176
    @faithhopelove9176 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Dear Trey, you are a beautiful human being. Thank you for all you have done for Athena and her family. I remember seeing all the caskets for the Uvalde children that passed too. I was so moved then as I am now.
    Bless you. Hugs

  • @MarsHouse6166
    @MarsHouse6166 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I tear up every time I see her face or hear her name…Athena RIP sweetheart. You will not be forgotten! Praying for peace that passes understanding for her family and friends.

  • @will1031
    @will1031 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    RIP child, the world loves you.

  • @plicketyplunk
    @plicketyplunk ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That guy is incredible.

  • @ItsGluetimeyall
    @ItsGluetimeyall ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What a super guy to do this!! He must have 1 huge ginormous heart!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @branbranshenanigans1693
    @branbranshenanigans1693 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She should be getting ready for Christmas. This is truly heart breaking. Sleep well princess 💕

    • @struttux5156
      @struttux5156 ปีที่แล้ว

      She was until an animal took her life.

  • @vickiefinney6073
    @vickiefinney6073 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That man is amazing

  • @pattimarceau3134
    @pattimarceau3134 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Thank u so much whoever made the coffin for Athena it is beautiful u have a heart of gold and to the family many prayers sent ur way !!! 😭

    • @jurnee-y
      @jurnee-y ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whoever? Did you watch the whole video. The creator was in the video

  • @kraven8864
    @kraven8864 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That’s a lot of work. Much love to that man for helping all of those parents that way. I can’t imagine having to pick out a casket for my kids.
    Rip Athena. Much love to her family.

  • @deec3561
    @deec3561 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This man has a beautiful heart

  • @Harry-so5hx
    @Harry-so5hx ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Wow sad that it ended this way but I hope that FedEx driver gets what he deserves

  • @strangerthingsaresaid7655
    @strangerthingsaresaid7655 ปีที่แล้ว +179

    I've lost a lot of close family members at a young age, but none were as painful then having to pick my newborn sons coffin. Wish children were off limits when it comes to death😔

    • @heartstrings7814
      @heartstrings7814 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I'm so sorry for your pain and loss. 🙏

    • @monkeymonkey8526
      @monkeymonkey8526 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I am so sorry. May he rest in peace ❤

    • @naudianeels1328
      @naudianeels1328 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I agree. Children shouldn't die. May your son rest in peace. So sorry 💔😞🙏

    • @VeronicaDeHoyos408
      @VeronicaDeHoyos408 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I totally agree.

    • @tasha3939
      @tasha3939 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I am so very sorry for your loss. The sad truth is we are all gonna die, infants, young and old death has no age limit 😢

  • @ClarityAmor
    @ClarityAmor ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There are absolutely no words ☹😭 Rest in Paradise, Sweet Girl ❣💞

  • @Harry-so5hx
    @Harry-so5hx ปีที่แล้ว +11

    But thanks to the kind man that made her beautiful casket that was nice of h to do

  • @Tokenya
    @Tokenya ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Rest well baby girl 😢

  • @nadiad1678
    @nadiad1678 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You have a heart of gold making a casket for a beautiful angel it’s so Horrible what people do to innocent little lives that are so precious and amazing I send my deepest condolences to her family and parents that lost 😞 😢😢😢😢 the beautiful loveing little girl I so hope they get justice again so so so sorry for your loss 😢😢😢😢

  • @maddieadams75
    @maddieadams75 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    My deepest condolences to Athena’s family and friends, prayers for justice, strength and peace of mind 🙏 💖

  • @sailormoonXx
    @sailormoonXx ปีที่แล้ว +8

    R.i.p babygirl you're so loved and missed . Prayers for Athenas friends and family

  • @jamiedavis732
    @jamiedavis732 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for your giving heart!

  • @milindawatson2753
    @milindawatson2753 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you Sir so much for her Beautiful Casket . The Lord sees how u love of a Child in his eyes Amen.

  • @anaismartinez4530
    @anaismartinez4530 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    ATHENA you will forever live in our hearts 💕🙏😔 your name will not be in vein.

  • @Amy-qo6xf
    @Amy-qo6xf ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Beautiful work, very sweet.😢

  • @Materialgirl_3
    @Materialgirl_3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That coffin is so beautiful. This is the first I’ve heard about this little one. I’m gonna have to look this one up because that is just awful. She was so adorable and didn’t deserve to die at such a young age

  • @bluebird3042
    @bluebird3042 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a kind man. Poor little soul 😢

  • @MICHELLE-gu2qc
    @MICHELLE-gu2qc ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful man to provide a service and donating caskets for children. RIP Athena

  • @lynnobrien9429
    @lynnobrien9429 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Bless your heart Trey! Beautiful casket! RIP Athena

  • @sandralofton7986
    @sandralofton7986 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Awesome work! Stay blessed!

  • @cindystobbe6588
    @cindystobbe6588 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    R. I. P. Athena, you're now a 😇 in heaven. You were taken too soon. Prayers and hugs for Athena's families. You're forever loved by many.

  • @margaretzellefrow6434
    @margaretzellefrow6434 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This man has a kind soul and a big heart.

  • @nathalieduverna6963
    @nathalieduverna6963 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You can't tell me he made her coffin without crying....... I'm hurt inside

  • @tj4787
    @tj4787 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Poor baby ! So sad 🙏🏾♥️

  • @jenniferrevilla5298
    @jenniferrevilla5298 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bless his heart, sharing his talent for blessing others.

  • @dewainalexander6615
    @dewainalexander6615 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    She should be getting ready for Christmas. 😢 Not that. 😭

  • @Susiecat24
    @Susiecat24 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How beautiful is that! That was so sweet of that kindhearted man.

  • @popcornsutton6267
    @popcornsutton6267 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How incredibly heartbreaking.. that poor girl and that poor family...horrible...That man building the caskets is awesome.

  • @MaureenKo1
    @MaureenKo1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sweet baby Angel, spread your wings and fly high! You will be cherished by loved ones and strangers from afar!

  • @dorothyinwonderland3812
    @dorothyinwonderland3812 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so devastating 🥺 but what a gift this man is to the family's who are going through this horrible time. 💔

  • @ericadgaf
    @ericadgaf ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is incredibly sad. May Athena RIP 🕊 A beautiful soul!
    The Viking symbols are beautiful.

  • @luvtoyscollector3373
    @luvtoyscollector3373 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    R.I.Peace💐A💐T💐H💐E💐N💐A💐
    So sad & so tragic.

  • @xa9131
    @xa9131 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    RIP baby girl!!!! We never have met you or mom but my family loves you and prayers from us!!!!! We love you!!!!!

  • @Missbunny6002
    @Missbunny6002 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bless this family and help them get through this tough time 🥺❤️❤️

  • @bethslaughter2265
    @bethslaughter2265 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a special person to do this!

  • @unsocialbutterfly5760
    @unsocialbutterfly5760 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful man, so sweet that he makes and donates these because I think it’s really important that the parents don’t have to be concerned about money at the most horrific time in their life.

  • @mrdee6873
    @mrdee6873 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s hard losing a child to something tragic! But the hardest part having to make the decision that it’s not gonna be a open casket viewing! It’s super sad

  • @cryptobull4130
    @cryptobull4130 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bless this man

  • @deannaofcourse8443
    @deannaofcourse8443 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This man has talent! This is beautiful what a amazing man 💟

  • @paulaharlfinger829
    @paulaharlfinger829 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is such a kind gesture♥️

  • @justicejane2429
    @justicejane2429 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hugs to the man that made her casket 💕 Justice for Athena

  • @kimberlybrummitt9966
    @kimberlybrummitt9966 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for helping this family.

  • @djsamples3777
    @djsamples3777 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a wonderful man!

  • @ashantej7484
    @ashantej7484 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Prayers to him i remember when he made the caskets for the school shootings This story hurts so much Prayers to Athena’s family 😢😢🙏🏼💕🕊

  • @sallyclay1974
    @sallyclay1974 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Great donation! We never expect for our kids to die , ahead of us. RIP! Blessings and prayers to the family.

  • @vidaacheampong2563
    @vidaacheampong2563 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Where is the father and stepmom?

  • @cindydelarosa1757
    @cindydelarosa1757 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    R.I.P. Beautfiul..😪🙏💗💗💖💖🙌🧸🦋🌷🌷

  • @faithyates7826
    @faithyates7826 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful soul this man has! Bless you sir!

  • @janomesteve3129
    @janomesteve3129 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful casket from a beautiful person to a beautiful soul
    Rest In Peace Angel's 🙏
    So sad that you left this earth at such a young age and in such a sad way 😢 😞 😔 💔 😪

  • @Sealust50
    @Sealust50 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This makes me ill seeing this 😭😇😭😇😭😇😭😇

  • @sheryl4319
    @sheryl4319 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bless this man.Hes helping more than he could ever know.

  • @suejuede525
    @suejuede525 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, wonderful man for giving little Athena Strand that beautiful gift. May the little Angel RIP 🌹🙏🏼♥️😪

  • @kaylad7837
    @kaylad7837 ปีที่แล้ว

    He is such a blessed person and this is so beautiful in remembrance of this beautiful angel.

  • @haileymarvin8488
    @haileymarvin8488 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s a very beautiful casket but sad to what happened to her at the same time

  • @marycorder5227
    @marycorder5227 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful gift from a compassionate man bless you sir♥️

  • @psw4763
    @psw4763 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definetly bless this wonderful man with a great heart and decent human being.

  • @sharonfiscus9846
    @sharonfiscus9846 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you sir for doing what you do for these people.❤️❤️❤️

  • @cherrydriver1986
    @cherrydriver1986 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this guy. Thank you so much.

  • @tiffanyritter9468
    @tiffanyritter9468 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    RIP sweet baby girl. 😢 You we’re such a beautiful girl. Shine bright and keep your family safe Athena. ❤

  • @jackiealba5421
    @jackiealba5421 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He is so Amazing. 😍

  • @GloriaSol
    @GloriaSol ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This man! Blessing upon Blessing to you sir🙏🏼🥺❤️

  • @shirleypoplo7715
    @shirleypoplo7715 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely wonderful making the beautiful casket!!! This precious little angel taken from her life has me so sick!!!

  • @deborahbaker4770
    @deborahbaker4770 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just can’t imagine losing a child and it’s even harder to imagine someone taking your child and killing them so they don’t get you in trouble especially when that person is also a parent ‼️ RIP ATHENA 👸🏼 💖 💕 💓 💞 💗 🌸 🌷 🌺 💐 💘

  • @wb7606
    @wb7606 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's so sad to think coffins this size and smaller are needed 😞 but bless these people who do provide them. And bless them for providing the uvalde families with them.

  • @wideawake8415
    @wideawake8415 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's the worst of all looking at ur child for the last time. My heart goes out to her family. And such a generous man angel to build her a one of a kind casket. Beautiful craftsmanship.

  • @ThePresentation010
    @ThePresentation010 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    *See a kid.. without life is a very brutal thing.*
    Specially for the mom who trusted her father to keep her safe and allowed her to visit.
    And her last memory was her daughter being full of life and happy.
    Now its cold, discolored, and empty.

    • @MrsQRC
      @MrsQRC ปีที่แล้ว

      Well we don't know the details unless they mentioned it & i missed it but I've been keeping up. I assume he has primary custody cause she got off the school bus at his home where bio mom lives in Oklahoma. And that's not how custody works where a mom "allows" visits to happen. Both parents have to follow unless the child asks to not go/stay or they made their own agreement outside of court. I could be wrong so if you know the details then I'd like to know

    • @ThePresentation010
      @ThePresentation010 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrsQRC who tf cares about that bs.

    • @ccMomOfJays
      @ccMomOfJays ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@MrsQRCthe mother has spoken beautifully in regards to Athena's dad and his side of the family.

  • @GGAllienn
    @GGAllienn ปีที่แล้ว +11

    That is amazing!!! ❤️

  • @chrisv.4071
    @chrisv.4071 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou sir for donating that homemade casket you made ...your a great man with a great heart ❤ 💙 💜 💖 💗 💘 ❤ 💙 💜 💖 💗

  • @AmSpam
    @AmSpam ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think she made it to Valhalla. no one can convince me otherwise wise. A beautiful little soul

  • @jeromieramirez9705
    @jeromieramirez9705 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow this man is a blessing!

  • @rebeccajanota5776
    @rebeccajanota5776 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are an amazing man. Thank you!!

  • @jasmineware8319
    @jasmineware8319 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a beautiful monument. Praying for justice. May Athena rest in peace. 😇🙏💖💕💞

  • @BillyAlabama
    @BillyAlabama ปีที่แล้ว

    What an incredible gift. Incredible.

  • @beck9314
    @beck9314 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that was beautiful the man has a big heart great job. i hope the guy that did this to that little lady gets what coming to him big time makes you think were this world is going today

  • @fatimadelarosa3540
    @fatimadelarosa3540 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That so sweet of him 💓🥺it's a beautiful casket rip little angel no one will hurt you

  • @PurplePassion4308
    @PurplePassion4308 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you , it’s beautiful

  • @dandres5681
    @dandres5681 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for building this beautiful casket for Athena.

  • @ShadowWolf357
    @ShadowWolf357 ปีที่แล้ว

    RIP beautiful
    This is a beautiful labor of love.

  • @ladypamela8269
    @ladypamela8269 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful gift of love. Prayers to the family

  • @milindawatson2753
    @milindawatson2753 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Flight high baby girl noone can ever hurt u again .