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This website is dedicated to the short, precious life of Adrian Cole, his birth and tragic death and Matt's and Matt's family's thoughts, prayers, and healing from this traumatic event. The courts found Josh Rowden innocent of the murder of Adrian, mainly because Adrian died of bacterial menengitis. He and Leah were never arrested for the "accidental" broken bones and bruises Adrian had endured. However, we firmly believe Adrian would be alive today if his immune system would have been strong enough to fight off the bacteria, instead his immune system was too weak because of his other injuries to continue living. This page is for visitors to sign and give us your thoughts and prayers, however it is our way of healing so I have and will continue to remove postings debating the innocence or guilt of Josh. If people wish to debate that, they should go register www.defendjosh.com and put up their own website. To Tony and the rest of Josh's family, please respect my feelings on this. The trial is over, and we are trying to heal, let us do that in our own way.
Thank you,
Mark and Jamie Hasting
[E-mail]
18th April 2003 - 22:16


Hey adrian happy birthday son i know its 9 days past ur bday but this is the first time marks had time to turn ur sight on so i can sign it theirs to many ppl signing the sight that shouldn't be their just putting spam on here and if thats the way its gonna be we won't let no one sign the sight at all cuz i'm sick of all the pointless signatures trying to advertise their product... But son I wanted you to know I love u more than life its self and i hope ur playin with the angels up their and driving god a little crazy, you know he needs it hehe well son happy birthday ur the big 4 now can u believe it? I can't, well i love and i'll talk to u soon son....
matt barton (dad)
[E-mail]
14th March 2006 - 23:26


Well little man today you are 4, I wish I could have thrown you a birthday party, I love doing parties - - well the prep, blowing up the balloons, making the party bags, plus much more. I love making memories. I think that is why I am so sad today, I feel so cheated, I want the memories, the special special memories I should have with you. I do thank you for being my angel and I am sure you have met my mother in law by now…. Her name is June, I bet she has given you so much love, she is really good at that, tell her we love her ok baby boy. You could be 4 today ***we miss you forever***
grandrma jamie
06th March 2006 - 05:32


I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
COREY HUBKEY
04th November 2005 - 05:49


Adrian
I always think of you
I always want you here with me
I always miss you
I always think of what You'd be doing right now if you were here
I always cry for you
But dont you worry My sweet baby nephew
You truely are in a better place now
So now it's finally time for your sweet soul to rest in peace
Its time for you to be our precious gaurdain angel .....i love you so much adrian, im glad your safe with god and no longer in pain
aunt brit
26th October 2005 - 04:36


My heart bleeds for you his family....God Bless
Wayne Colley-Davis
[E-mail]
22th October 2005 - 06:20


Your tragity has greatly afftected my friend cole... he wont even step outside anyore he says theres 'to many germs' hes affraid of being abused by his 98 year old grandmother. I dont think he knows shes in a mental institute. Yes well i think its deeply troubling that people are using your web site for advertisement! I have to get back to class because im in the 8th grade. Il write soon! Bye
Emms
11th October 2005 - 20:25


hey dude... your baby has the same name as my friend cole!!! thats tight! so sad about your loss
Emms
28th September 2005 - 18:21


Hi this is Matt Barton i'm Adrians dad and I got on here because i've noticed we've had to delete alot of ppls messages on here lately because their advertisements for their websites, and i'll be the first say thats not what this website is for, I don't want you guys putting any more advertisements on this site. There's lots of places to go advertise your website so go find them please... This is so if someone has a coment or an opinion to make about this website or the case can get on and state their opinion not for aanyone to try to make a buck off of, so please respect that and stop....
Adrian I just wanted to say i love you son and i've been thinkin alot about you, i'll talk to you later boy, bye....
-Thanx Matt Barton
Matt Barton (adrians dad)
[E-mail]
25th September 2005 - 03:39


Adrian
I always think of you
I always want you here with me
I always miss you
I always think of what You'd be doing right now if you were here
I always cry for you
But dont you worry My sweet baby nephew
You truely are in a better place now
So now it's finally time for your sweet soul to rest in peace
Its time for you to be our precious gaurdain angel
Its time for our hearts to heal....I LOVE YOU BABY BOY
aunt brit
17th September 2005 - 04:25


god bless you guys and adrian cole
amber marie
amber marie
31th August 2005 - 11:23


i juss wanna send my love to u all..im sorry you had 2 go thru this...but everything happends for a reason...juss know that what goes around comes around...i feel the need to tell u a guys a gen... my blessings are with u...
kisses kara
chinky
[E-mail]
18th August 2005 - 07:36


hey brother (matt) i hope u know i luv u dearly and i feel bad for what happened even though i have nothing to do with it i just thought u would wanna know that well luv ya ur sister stephanie pennella

stephanie pennella
12th August 2005 - 04:17


May God bless you in all the pain that you have gone through. i lost my great aunt in september my great grandma in october and a friend in february. i know nothing is as bad as loosing a child but i send my blessing to you and your family.
amby
[E-mail]
31th July 2005 - 03:35


Dear Matt and Family,
I followed the link on Mark Hastings site out of curiousity because my last name is Cole, Anyways more importantly i mourn your tragic loss. I am sure little Adrian is in Heaven with GOD and you will see him again someday as beautiful as the day he was born. Matt stay with what you are doing and put your trust in GOD. GOD Bless you, and especially Little ADRIAN.
JonathanC
[E-mail]
27th July 2005 - 03:29


Stuff like this should never happen im very sorry you had to go through this but now Adrian is in Hevenn with God and they are watching you . Im very mad how a people could do such things to an infant .
Mimi
[E-mail]
25th July 2005 - 16:20


So sorry for what you all went through,for such a sweet baby.
with love
Gary
Good luck in the future
Gary
[E-mail]
24th July 2005 - 02:06


Hey boy what’s up, I'm just sitting hear thinking about you and I know that you are up there with all the other angles enjoying yourself. Your dad is doing really well, he works at the hospital, and he went through a pediatric course to learn how to work with kids. I am really proud of him he’s doing good changing his life for the better. There a lot of people who have heard about what happened to you and I think this web site has really helped some people who had young kids die in there lives. I just want you to know that yes maybe you're not here, but your story is helping people, you did not die in vane you are helping so many people thanks little guy! I love you so much I'll talk to you soon
uncle eric
[E-mail]
21th July 2005 - 19:15


While surfing the net for an image of a baby foot print that I could use as a tattoo I found your site and it really touched my heart. please check your email for a special celtic gold award from true-emotions.net and know that our hearts are with your family...Brightest Blessings, BA
BA
16th July 2005 - 11:38


HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADRIAN COLE

Sitting here with my grandson
I sit quietly and my mind strays,
As I think of other grandparents
and how they spend their days.

Some spend them at the playgrounds
pushing grandkids in the swings,
Some lie in the newly mown grass
and listen to little ones dreams.

Running thru the tall grass
with butterflies and nets,
Catching different kinds of bugs
and keeping them for pets.

Getting chocolate cookie kisses
and lots of I love you's,
Looking through old pictures
and seeing how much they grew.

But sitting here with my grandson
I have no one to hold,
The angels came and took him
When he was just 53 days old.

So I visit his little grave side
and I ask our God above,
To please keep him in his loving arms
and let him know that he is forever loved..

Grandma....
dm169.com
01th July 2005 - 02:04


Just a few words for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Be strong. Live each day for Adrian. Know that he is in a beautiful place.
66a6.com
01th July 2005 - 02:03


Regrets to the family.
88a8.com
01th July 2005 - 02:02


hi adrian thinking about you.its almost christmas and i wish you were here. there are a cuple of girls who are pregnet and i cant stop thinking of you and what i would get you for christmas but i cant. hope your ok up there with god love you bye

16a6.com
01th July 2005 - 02:01


I met Matt at work and we sat and had lunch and told me about Adrian. I feel so bad for what has happened to you and yours. Hang in there because Adrian is never gone. Hes now an angel protecting other little children from what has happened to him. God had a purpose for him and in that your family should be proud!!!!!!
cebike.com
01th July 2005 - 01:58


i'm sorry for ur lost hope things work out 4 u guys
april
[E-mail]
15th June 2005 - 05:01


There's a lady who's sure all that glitters is gold
And she's buying a stairway to heaven.
When she gets there she knows, if the stores are all closed
With a word she can get what she came for.
Ooh, ooh, and she's buying a stairway to heaven.

There's a sign on the wall but she wants to be sure
'Cause you know sometimes words have two meanings.
In a tree by the brook, there's a songbird who sings,
Sometimes all of our thoughts are misgiven.
Ooh, it makes me wonder,
Ooh, it makes me wonder.

There's a feeling I get when I look to the west,
And my spirit is crying for leaving.
In my thoughts I have seen rings of smoke through the trees,
And the voices of those who stand looking.
Ooh, it makes me wonder,
Ooh, it really makes me wonder.

And it's whispered that soon if we all call the tune
Then the piper will lead us to reason.
And a new day will dawn for those who stand long
And the forests will echo with laughter.

If there's a bustle in your hedgerow, don't be alarmed now,
It's just a spring clean for the May queen.
Yes, there are two paths you can go by, but in the long run
There's still time to change the road you're on.
And it makes me wonder.

Your head is humming and it won't go, in case you don't know,
The piper's calling you to join him,
Dear lady, can you hear the wind blow, and did you know
Your stairway lies on the whispering wind.

And as we wind on down the road
Our shadows taller than our soul.
There walks a lady we all know
Who shines white light and wants to show
How everything still turns to gold.
And if you listen very hard
The tune will come to you at last.
When all are one and one is all
To be a rock and not to roll.

And she's buying a stairway to heaven.
sherry
[E-mail]
07th June 2005 - 03:11


I met Matt at work and we sat and had lunch and told me about Adrian. I feel so bad for what has happened to you and yours. Hang in there because Adrian is never gone. Hes now an angel protecting other little children from what has happened to him. God had a purpose for him and in that your family should be proud!!!!!!
Michele
[E-mail]
02th June 2005 - 23:47


im sorry for your baby's death it must be hard on u
stephenbornsheuer
[E-mail]
25th May 2005 - 15:48


My Dear Jamie & Matt, I know it's taken a long time for me to
Gayle Brewster
[E-mail]
19th May 2005 - 21:48


Your survival through this, each of you touched by this challenge, is amazing. That you have this site, and share your story, is as much a gift to us all as Adrian was to you. Your story continues, and the lessons shared and experiences and feelings expressed, we all benefit from, somehow. Sorry for what you had to go through, but know that though we can't say good comes from it, the people who read and share and cry with you again and again are grateful. I am. Thank you for sharing.
McIntyre Family
16th May 2005 - 02:28


I found tyour site by accident my husbands name is adrian and by coincidense we have a son who was born on 5th march 2002 I am so sorry for your loss.
He will always be with you and will live on forever in your heart
Tracy
12th May 2005 - 21:41


My infant daughter died almost a year ago and the pain in unbearable; I can't imagine your pain knowing that your child was an innocent victim of violence that lead to his death. I pray that the Lord will comfort you and your family and vengence will be his one day. Thank you for your sight.
Elaine
[E-mail]
07th May 2005 - 00:22


Hey little man how are you doing, we all are doing really good considering the date. You're dad is doing so good at his new job on like the first or second day they had him working with kids. He really loves his new job and the only reason he is where he is is because he knows that you and god are watching over him and all of us i hope you are having a good time up in heaven with god and all our relatives who had passed before you so ill talk to you later little man and i love you very much Adrian Cole Barton little man with a mohawk
Uncle Eric
[E-mail]
27th April 2005 - 20:34


Hey Adrian its dad, i was just getting on to say hi, its your 3rd death date today and i'm pretty depressed about it but i'm getting used to being depressed on this day its nothing out of the ordianry. I got a Job in the hospital now here in Grants Pass and i'm working in the med/surg unit now on the third story now and last night when i was working and i was sitting there eating my lunch and there's a baby song that comes over the speakers when a babies born, but when i heard it all i could think of was you and i think the only reason i didn't break down in tears is because someone came in the room right as i started to get overwhelmed so I couldn't cry but i wish you were here with me. The fun we'd be having would be unbelievable. But I just want you to remember I love you son and nothing will ever change that... I LOVE YOU BIG GUY!!!!!!!!!!

Matt Barton (Daddy)
[E-mail]
27th April 2005 - 15:40


hey boo, today is the third year anniversary of the day we lost you and I must say the dagger seems as real today as it did then, i thank god for you coming into our lives My only regret is that we were unable to protect you for that, I am so sorry Adrian I would have done anything for you if I could have... Now we will remember you and tell your story so maybe one other baby will be protected the way you should have been! we will put some flowers in the lake for you and plant a few flowers so you make sure you watch for them , ok?
grandma Jamie
27th April 2005 - 07:38


Lovely child, lovely memories
Lottie
20th April 2005 - 18:51


hello
cindy
15th April 2005 - 12:02


God Bless
Jamie
11th April 2005 - 08:49


Hey I just came across ur website and felt really bad for ur tragic loss! I hope u have a nice life!
Sierra
[E-mail]
05th April 2005 - 00:08


I started tearing when Eric showed me this web site I just wanted to say that I love you guys I feel very sad for what happened. Love ur sister Steph
steph
[E-mail]
05th April 2005 - 00:04


hey jamie and matt its me sherry. i havent heard from you guys in a while. just wanted to let you know that im still here. emaile me sometime
sherry
[E-mail]
03th April 2005 - 05:28


My condolences to all that hurt and may God give strength to you always
Roger
[E-mail]
01th April 2005 - 15:12


i just wanted to tell you that i think you are a very strong hearted person and the world needs more people like that god bless you!!
cassie
31th March 2005 - 19:43


sitting here wondering
how many lives you touched
this sweet little angel
that god suddenly took
wondering how his kisses felt
a hug or a touch
wondering whta your doing
my angel
that god suddenly took
wondering how your laugh would sound
or how you said my name
how you took your first step
or your first peek a boo game
wonder how you would act with your first birthday cake
my darling angel that god had to take
wonder what your doing right now
if your laughing
or if your playing
or the sound of you cooing
i wonder what god had in mind
when he took you that day
i wonder if he thought about me
when he took the angel of mine
i wonder if he carried you to heaven
or if you got your wings right away
i bet that they are beutiful
sweet angel of mine
i know my heart did break
i heard an angel sing
to rejoice and be happy
you will alwaya be with me
my angel god had to take
sherry
[E-mail]
09th March 2005 - 22:57


I am so sorry for your loss. I'm cryin' right now from readin' your story. God bless you. You'll always be in my prayers and in my heart.
Kelsey
09th March 2005 - 00:15


HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADRIAN COLE

Sitting here with my grandson
I sit quietly and my mind strays,
As I think of other grandparents
and how they spend their days.

Some spend them at the playgrounds
pushing grandkids in the swings,
Some lie in the newly mown grass
and listen to little ones dreams.

Running thru the tall grass
with butterflies and nets,
Catching different kinds of bugs
and keeping them for pets.

Getting chocolate cookie kisses
and lots of I love you's,
Looking through old pictures
and seeing how much they grew.

But sitting here with my grandson
I have no one to hold,
The angels came and took him
When he was just 53 days old.

So I visit his little grave side
and I ask our God above,
To please keep him in his loving arms
and let him know that he is forever loved..

Grandma....

grandma
05th March 2005 - 11:18


My Dad is a survivor too...
which is no surprise to me.
He's always been like a lighthouse
that helps you cross a stormy sea.
But, I walk with my dad each day
to lift him when he's down.
I wipe the tears he hides from others.
He cries when no one's around.
I watch hom sit up late at night,
with my picture in his hand.
He cries as he tries to grieve alone,
and wishes he could understand.
My Dad is like a tower of strength.
He's the greatest of them all!
But there's times when he needs to cry...
Please be there when he falls.
Hold his hand or pat his shoulder...
and tell him it's okay.
Be his strength when he's sad,
Help him mourn in his own way.
Now, as I watch over my precious Dad
from the Heavens up above...
I'm so proud that he's a survivor...
And, I can still feel his love!
to: matt
05th March 2005 - 10:59


i sorry 4 your loss may god keep u in his prayers
becca
04th March 2005 - 02:40


JUST WANTED TO SAY HELLO MAY GOD BLESS YOU YOU ARE STILL IN MY HEART. LOVE ALWAYS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
SHERRY
[E-mail]
02th March 2005 - 23:03


Deeply sorry for your loss and the way it happened no child should have to suffer the way Adrian did your hearts and minds will be screming for justice so here is something to keep in mind what goes around usually comes around rest in peace little one safe in the Knowledge you were Loved while on this earth and your prescence will never be forgotten by thoose who truly loved and cared for you
catherine
[E-mail]
28th February 2005 - 11:42


god bless all
sarah
26th February 2005 - 17:47


hello there
anita
[E-mail]
19th February 2005 - 01:11


now i lay you down to sleep dear lord i pray this soul youll keep may your angels watch him through the nights and wake him to your morning light keep him in your loving arms to keep him awy from harm kiss him softly on the head and kim him with you as you break bread love him as he would be hear and to your heart keep him near aman
sherry
[E-mail]
16th February 2005 - 23:24


Stay strong young man.
Art
[E-mail]
16th February 2005 - 15:23


i just stumbled on this site and read of your loss....i also lost a child in nov of 04 so i know the pain you are going thru my daughter was 17 years and had been sick for 4 years...
i just want to say...you are in my prayers ....i pray you know adrian is in the best place..he is sitting on our lords lap and smiling....he is saying.lord bless mom and dad....they hurt so bad...and know he will always be with you now...he is your angel
gilli
[E-mail]
06th February 2005 - 04:48


Budded on Earth,
Bloomed in Heaven.

God bless and comfort you
Roger Estes
[E-mail]
04th February 2005 - 12:25


A short time on earth, this sweet angel hopefully taught lessons.
Starr
[E-mail]
04th February 2005 - 01:56


hello baby angel its me again i had lost touch but im back. i want to tell you hello and that i still think of you. i hope youre keeping the angels buisy. ill talk to you again soon. with much love sherry
sherry
[E-mail]
02th February 2005 - 03:10


i just lost my 2 month od one week ago to S.I.D.S
khrissy
[E-mail]
01th February 2005 - 16:47


hey my blessings are here for you britt and your family to im sorry for this and i cant even emagine how you feel all i know is im sorry
sarah hughes
28th January 2005 - 01:22


Adrian
I always think of you
I always want you here with me
I always miss you
I always think of what You'd be doing right now if you were here
I always cry for you
But dont you worry My sweet baby nephew
You truely are in a better place now
So now it's finally time for your sweet soul to rest in peace
Its time for you to be our precious gaurdain angel
Its time for our hearts to heal....I LOVE YOU BABY BOY
aunt Brit
28th January 2005 - 01:20


I came upon this site by accident. My prayers and thoughts are with u. I just lost my son to cystic fibrosis on 12-12-04 he was only 20.
terrie freshour
[E-mail]
27th January 2005 - 23:19


I found your link by accident, but I think God directed me to it on purpose. I was a young father as well, and my child's mother and I were not able to care for my son. We gave him in adoption to a loving couple in New Mexico, and today he is a happy and beautiful 10 year old boy. We get pictures and letters every year. It was the most unselfish decision I have ever made.

I wish Adrian's mother had had the courage to put her son first - Adrian had an obviously loving father an extended family who wished to care for him .

Courage and peace to Matt and his family. Adrian is with God and at peace.

Please accept my sincerest sympathies I will not forget what I have read on your site.
Jonathan
25th January 2005 - 14:47


keep being strong and hang on!
Daryl Wilson
24th January 2005 - 11:04


I Came across this site by accident and even though I do not know you I am very sorry for your lost
Shannon
22th January 2005 - 02:24


Good Day, I know how I would feel if it were my little girl... We are all given such a short life, but the LORD knows the best (Always). May I put you all on my prayer list for the next year? Colossians 1 : 9 to 14
Billy
[E-mail]
19th January 2005 - 11:58


my deepest sympaties for your loss
midblu
10th January 2005 - 17:31


This website immediately touched me. I cannot imagine a tiny baby like that going through such turmoil and torture. The only comfort is in knowing that God is cradling him in His arms right now and that he feels no pain. I hope that you and your family heal and cope and are able to move on; but keep Adrian in your hearts.

I am also sickened by the fact that his mother got away with letting that happen to her child. I was a 'teen mom' (had my son at 19) and it's girls like her that make people assume that young moms are all the same. Which is not true. My son is 5, healthy and smart. All because I sacrificed my own life for his. She obviously was too self-absorbed to care for her own child. It makes one very angry.

Good luck to all of you.
Leslie
02th January 2005 - 07:25


right now i cannot think of anything worse than someone being abused. rest in peace Adrian
robert
30th December 2004 - 05:09


hello, i'm Leah's cousin and i just wanted to know what exactly happened with the court cases and everything.... i would out of the coutry when all of it actually happened and all i know is the hear say and what i seen in the news and i never even knew of this website...
Shav
[E-mail]
22th December 2004 - 12:12


bless his sweet little heart-r.i.p xxxxxx
terrie
12th December 2004 - 18:45


Hey, I just came across a link to this and I was completely shocked by what I read. I have no idea what has happened since the trial, but my thoughts are with you all, Matt, Jamie and Donna and all of your family, and of course Adrian. I really hope you all have been able to find a sense of peace in this awful situation. I'm only 19 myself and can't even comprehend what Matt must have been going through. As I say, my thoughts are with you.. xx
Kate
[E-mail]
08th December 2004 - 15:06


God bless Adrian and all of y'all!
Conrad Pafford
nucleus
07th December 2004 - 21:03


I give my love and support to the family of Adrian Cole
jojo
28th November 2004 - 18:43


Im a student studying drama am writing a Play on child abuse, as i think to much of it happens around the world And i feel very strongly about the subject (im hoping my play will give alittle realization to the world about what actually does go on!)Came across this page by accident.
So very tragic to read about Adrian, My thoughts, feelings and prayers are with you.
I have a little brother (who is much younger) And i cant imgaine anyone hurting him so i send my love to you and to Adrian that lil angel above us now! x
Hayley Purser
[E-mail]
22th November 2004 - 04:09


I read everything written about Adrian. I am saddened by Joshes treatment of young Adrian, the neglect from his mother. After reading all of this, I felt God had taken Adrian with the infection, and away from the abuse and neglect he was living in.

While Adrian’s death seemingly was not related to the abuse, God knows what happened and his judgement is what truly counts. I felt very moved by your faith and this website.

Matt, I hope and pray, that with time you can forgive Leah and Josh. This is a hard step, and I don’t feel I have the right to ask this of you. I believe that you cannot enter Gods kingdom with hatred in your heart. You are a good person and an example for others. I will pray for all parties involved.

This site was well worth the thoughtfulness and effort. I am blessed to have stumbled across it while taking a short break at work to mindlessly surf the net. I hope other young parents (like the three of you) who read this story, will learn from your pain and trials.

God walks with you daily, and gives you strength to continue your journey through life. Some day in heaven, you and Adrian will meet all those whom two have been touched in a positive light.


Signed

A less then perfect Christian.
But feeling proud to have briefly
Met you through this story.
Jeff
18th November 2004 - 17:33


Heavens... I was browsing the internet whilst in work and stumbled on this website.
My heart goes out to you all. I have 2 grownup children myself and cherish their every presence.
i have recently become a grandad and have the same feelings for our little Adam as my children.
How anyone can hurt defenceless infants is beyond me. I have seen many incidents like this in a former role as a policeman and it still shocks and disgusts me.
Do forgive me, I wipe away tears as I write this.
The hurt will recede over time but never leave.
Keep good and happy thoughts, and take care of yourselves.
Regards
Mike

Mike Faulds
[E-mail]
18th November 2004 - 09:59


I'm am so sorry about your son. Tears are rolling down my face. I'm not even sure I know the reason why your son passed away, but that is not important. What is important is Adrian is in a better place and will live forever in your heart. And mine.
Rachel
[E-mail]
14th November 2004 - 15:23


I just stumbled upon this website and was immediately sucked in...I read every link and looked at every picture. My heart goes out to you - I can't imagine the pain of losing such a sweet little boy. At the very least (and I know this won't ease your pain) he had 11 precious days with his loving father. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Megan
[E-mail]
13th November 2004 - 21:33


Thank you for sharing your story. My prayers are with you in this time of need.
Jojo
11th November 2004 - 21:36


well little man, i just had a major surgery and i am a little disappointed that i did not get to visit with you while i was under.... it was sort of a rough operation so i figured if anything went wrong, I WOULD BE THERE TO TAKE CARE OF YOU, SO I WENT FOR IT.
i would have loved to have seen your little face one more time, god was probably sparing me the pain of losing you all over though so i guess he was looking out for me...
I Love You, you are always in my heart & NEVER FORGOTTEN!!
Grandma Jamie
05th November 2004 - 01:52


Oh my gosh! I’m not even sure how I browsed here. i live in northern california but i've never had heard of you story. Your experience is truly heartbreaking. My sincere condolences on your loss.
Nellie
Nellie
31th October 2004 - 10:17


hey baby boy,
i miss you very much, i wish you were hear with us, its really hard to think about what happened to you! i dont like to. i have your picture in my room! i will always love you! please dont ever forget thatyou are my sweet nephew and nothing will ever change that. your name is constantly running through my head. im so sorry for everything you went through. if i would have been there i would have saved you and so would all of your family. we all love you!i miss you and love you so much..bye sweet nephew of mine!
Britnee (aunt brit)
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16th October 2004 - 19:48


I came looking for computer help and found your wonderful site also. Words cannot even begin to describe how sorry I am for the death of little Adrian. I hope life is moving forward for you Matt and that you're continuing on into nursing. Just try to remember that people come into our lives for all different lengths of time and never take tomorrow for granted... hug them today.

I wish you all the best.

Kathie
Kathie
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14th October 2004 - 07:40


Hey my names Matt Barton i'm Adrians dad. I was just reading alot of the signatures and i'd like to personally say THANK YOU for signing my sons website, and alot of the things that are being talked about are great and it really makes me feel good that we made a website for Adrian, the fact that we can change someone's life and actions with a website to me is amazing and i'd like to say THANK YOU again and keep the signatures coming we love to read them and trust me I look at the website 3 or 4 times a week so even though i'm not writing you back don't mean were not watching, we love this stuff it helps us cope with the things that happened to Adrian, well atleast it helps me tremondously...
Matt Barton (Adrian's dad) :)
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14th October 2004 - 03:30


great bless and comfort from the Lord and read this verse from the biple .Acts 2.2 For joy and manna.Pray for revival and for me .Loving keijo sweden
keijo
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08th October 2004 - 03:31


It saddens me deeply that people would even think of beating children, let alone babys... Why so much hate? I'm sorry...
Life Observer
21th September 2004 - 21:52


looking for pictures of the virgin mary and gaurgain angels to make my daughter a quilt
barb
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20th September 2004 - 23:05


May the spirit of the soaring Eagle be with you and the spirit of God guide him in his nest life
NiteEagle
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16th September 2004 - 09:36


May the spirit of the soaring Eagle be with you and the spirit of God guide her in her nest life
NiteEagle
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16th September 2004 - 09:32


Beautiful bless to your there and joy in the name of jesus christ,he love so much of baby.Loving keijo sweden
keijo
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09th September 2004 - 02:52


nice site... it was cool to see it
john sin
08th September 2004 - 05:15


Adrian is dancing with the angels.....
beth
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28th August 2004 - 10:47


ADRIAN
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL ANGEL. IN HEAVEN HE PLAYS THE ANGELS WATCH OVER HIM IN GODS ARMS HE LAYS. THE SPARKLE IN HIS EYES SHINE WHEN GOD MAKES HIM LAUGH TO HEAR IS SWEET GIGGLES TO SEE HIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE NOW SLEEP MY ANGEL YOU WILL BE HERE FOR A WHILE. DADDY DONT CRY HE IS HAPPY NOW I KNOW THERE IS PAIN BUT IN YOUR HEART AND HIS THE LOVE IS THE SAME NOW GO PLAY SWEET ANGEL FLY WITH YOUR WINGS AND LISTEN DEAR DADDY HEAR THE ANGELS SING
SHERRY
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18th August 2004 - 13:13


Found this site by accident and I am shocked. Poor, innocent little Adrian. At least you're away from them now.
Karen (UK)
13th August 2004 - 11:40


How could someone that had the gift of being a mother let this happen? I have a 3 month old daughter and I cant even imagine letting someone hurt her. I am also a teenager, (1 and just because I am a teenager doesnt make me dumb enough to let someone hurt my child. So, Leah you better hope i never meet you in a dark alley.
To Adrian, I love you and I dont even know you. I Cant believe something like this can happen. But, I am sure your having fun playing with the angels up in heaven.
To Matt, if you ever want to talk then you can email me. You are very strong and i dont think i could survive something like this.
And again Leah, watch your back.
I will pray for your little Adrian everyday..
Megan
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08th August 2004 - 17:30


hi everyone, i know how it feels to loose a loved on. but look at it in a more positive way, Adrian is not being hurt anymore and all of his wounds are healed he is in a better place now and most of all he is HAPPY and i am so proud of the way everyone is in the family is taking adrians loss, to Matt stay stong and keep praying and talking to your son each and everyday don't ever loose faith because eventually it will pay off and you two will be together and when that time comes adrian will know that, thst whole time he had a Daddy who cared! Well a whole family and friends who care! I love you all very much hang in there Adrian, we will never forget you!
Ashley (friend of family)
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03th August 2004 - 00:19


It is such a severe tradgic that little cute adrian died. i feel so bad for that baby becasue he did no wrong and didn't deserve any of it. I just met adrian's father and he is a very good person and has helped me through a few serious talks we've had. Matt is an inspiration to me and i look up to him so much. He is trying to make something of himself and i'm so proud of him he has come such a long way and he has the best copeing skills because if i were him(which i'd never be half as good as him) i would tumble and break. I had a miscarrige and that broke my heart so just imagine how i'd deal with it? I wouldnt be able to but i feel blessed that i know someone as good as matt is. Sure he's made some mistakes but there are no mistakes a person can make that cant be forgiven. Adrian, i never had the oppertunity to meet you but if your anything like your dad your a great person i'll see you in heaven.

Lisa Townsend
Lisa Townsend
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28th July 2004 - 23:52


HEY MATT AND JAMIE. EVEN THOUGH IT HAS BEEN A WHILE SINCE YOU LAST HEARD FROM ME. I WANT YOU GUYS TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE STILL IN MY THOUGHTS AND IN MY HEART. ADRIAN IS STILL IN MY HEART. IN FACT I STILL HAVE A CARD WITHH HIS PICTURE ON IT THAT I CARRY IN MY PURSE AND I STILL TAKE IT OUT AND TELL PEOPLE ABOUT THE BEAUTIFUL BABY BOY THAT I HAPPEN TO STUMBLE UPON THE WEBSITE AND I STILL MAKE PEOPLE AWARE OF THE CRUELTY THAT IS IN THIS WORLD. I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I STILL LOVE YALL. AND KEEP IN YOUR HEART THAT JESUS SAID LET THE LITTLE CHILDREN COME TO ME FOR THEY A PURE. HE IS WITH GOD. AND PLAYING IN THE BEAUTIFUL GARDENS OF HEAVEN. LOVE ALWAYS
SHERRY
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08th July 2004 - 15:49


Hey all i rn into this site but My prayers go out to all..i lost my dad 2 years ago and it is still hard so god bless all and he is in a better place now!
Kay Kay
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06th July 2004 - 01:22


God takes the innocent babies home, where there are no more tears, no more pain--only happiness.
Steve
03th July 2004 - 23:40


Just a few words for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Be strong. Live each day for Adrian. Know that he is in a beautiful place.
Biggie G
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03th July 2004 - 13:13


I sit here and cry. I have a 11wk old son, who I am in the middle of fighting his father to own up to paternity. I get so upset how the legal system works. How can someone admit to hurting a defenseless, child. I look at my son and think of all the things his dad is missing, by his own choice, Matt I am sorry you didnt get to see your son's first smile, or laugh or even his first birthday. By reading your story I have learned to cherish every moment with my son and protect him from the evils of the world. Recently in my family, my cousins little girl, who lives with her mother, was taken away, due to a burn on her arm from her mothers boyfriend. So now my aunt and cousin are dealing with the court system and an innocent child that has been harmed by her mother when her mother should be the one protecting her from others. I fear that once paternity is established for my son that his father will want to see him and part of me wants my son to know his father but then part of me is afraid he wont get the care he needs. Well I wish you the best and hope that you are healing as much as possible. And I am sure one day you will meet your son in heaven and he will be thankful that you are his father and you spent that little amount of time with him. God and Adrian are watching over you and your family. And one day Josh will get what he deserves!
Kayla LaMee
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28th June 2004 - 21:27


Hi Adrian,

Hey son how are you doing? I just wanted to get on and say hi and let you know i've been thinkin alot about you lately and I want you to know I love you son and I really wish you were down here with me right now so I could watch you grow up and be a kid... I don't have much to say right now son but I love you and your on my mind. well i'll talk to you later bye Adrian I love you son...
Matt Barton (Adrians dad)
27th June 2004 - 02:42


hello baby boy, sure wish you could have told your daddy Happy Fathers Day today, you could see the saddness in his face all day, he is doing much better now, but he sure misses you. we love you...
grandma jamie
21th June 2004 - 00:35


Thank you for the opportunity to meet Adrian Cole. I am glad I learned about this tragedy. I am very sorry for your loss. Best of wishes.
Jen
20th June 2004 - 13:44


Good morning little angel. I see your face rizing with the sun and it makes me smile, even through all of the tears. I just finished reading all of the entries and I just want to thank each and everyone of you for your kind words, prayers, and thoughts. And with Fathers Day being tomorrow I just want to remind everyone what a miracle, and blessing children are and that being a parent is not a right it is a priveledge! Some people should never have that privledge! So those of you who are fortunate enough to still have your children count yourselves lucky and always keep them safe. Let's get the word out, don't let Adrian's life be wasted, we still need justice for our Angel. Please send this web site to everyone you know and ask them to send it to everyone they know. Thanks again.
Great Aunty Jess
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19th June 2004 - 08:24


This is such an awful thing to happen to anyone.
Darla
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04th June 2004 - 02:54


cool site!
spartak
31th May 2004 - 11:48


nice site brothers keep offf
alaoweerre nwaigbo
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22th May 2004 - 08:38


Leah,

You and I know that you are as guilty for the death of Adrian as Josh is. You observed Josh mistreat your son and did nothing to stop it until your son was dead. You are lucky that the trial was held in Ketchikan and not in a real court of justice. I hope Adrians' memory haunts you.
Charlie Red
20th May 2004 - 02:25


I came upon this site by accident. I am so sorry about your loss... and i will have my school pray for you and your family. keep an eye on all of us down here, and remember that we love you
sas
12th May 2004 - 19:19


im very sorry to hear about what happend to you adrian... ive told my family and they just wont to say im sorry...
claudio cravo
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12th May 2004 - 12:56


Hey little buddy. I am here thinking about you and the last time I held you and said goodbye to you. Even though I could never really say goodbye. I just want to thank you for helping me find things inside myself to become a better person. I have so much to tell you. I think you would be proud. I am doing my best, and plan on going further and further. Your Dad is on the right track too. Alot of us are, lets just pray that the rest follow suit. Thank you for watching over us and please don't ever stop. We know you are there everyday. Lotsa Love Little Buddy. XOXO
Great Aunty Jess
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27th April 2004 - 23:42


Well the day has come, I will never forget the over whelming feeling of loss we felt 2 years ago today - - TOUGH DAY, life is getting easier, you would be so proud of your daddy! He has accomplished his first step in the medical profession. He has graduated his CNA training and is currently employed with a nursing home. His next step is phlebotomy and medical terminology. He will succeed in your honor baby boy. I went to Lake of the Woods yesterday where we had your memorial, (I wanted to see if any of the flowers we planted last year had bloomed, but too much snow). I just need to talk to you on the Anniversary of the day we recieved OUR ANGEL - THANK YOU ADRIAN - WE LOVE YOU!
grandma jamie
27th April 2004 - 22:09


I'm sorry about your loss. It's a shame that happened. I'm sure you were a GREAT Dad. I give you my sympothy.
Jessica
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22th April 2004 - 16:05


well little guy, I must tell you our lives have been very different since your birth, two years ago at this time we were in Seattle with you while you were fighting for your life and last year at this time we were in Alaska while your killers fought for theirs. I am not sure why God spared their lives and not yours..... I want you so much - even to this day I think about you everyday! I love you Adrian.
Grandma Jamie
07th April 2004 - 14:03


I was looking for tattoo's of footprints, I'm getting my daughters done on my foot, and I stumbled across your site, I can barely see through my tears as I type. No words can define the hurt that you have endured. I am inspired to love my daughter even more after reading this. God is taking care of your baby now, he is safe and happy, he will never hurt again. I am sooooo sorry for your loss!
Steve, Christy, and Isabella Hill
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06th April 2004 - 09:47


God's will is about eternity. It's about the soul. These are dark times for all God's children. The almighty FATHER is near to the broken hearted. Put your trust in the savior. You are not alone. Walk away from those who seek to destroy and deceive you. Remember love seeks to lift and heal you. I have lost everything that meant anything to my flesh but all is well with my soul and my love of God has grown. To be with GOD is the only thing worth suffering for. Your child is in GOD'S arms. Wer should all be so blessed. Keep the faith in the word of the only one who never lies or deceives. Thank you JESUS. Your the man!!!
Homehealer
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03th April 2004 - 16:47


I am so very sorry to hear of your bereavement. Sorry seems so inadequate at times like this. There is always hope in tragedy my friend. If you read your bible you will learn of King David who lost his infant son. He was so distraught and sad he did not eat for weeks. Then one day he got up, had a bath, went into the house of the Lord then worshiped the Lord, came home and then ate. if you continue to read the story David said I will go to him but he will not retue=rn to me. Read the story in your bible in the 2nd Book of samuel Chapter 12.

Though you seem confused and angry at what has happened, leave it to God. He was the witness of everything and His judgement will come in the fullness of time.

God bless you and keep you and make His face shine upon you and give you peace.

Take care my young friend.

God Bless

Keith
Keith
28th March 2004 - 19:25


i stumbled onto this site by mistake, after reading of your terrible loss i am appalled at our legal system.my heart goes out to you and your family.little adrian and other abused kids like him will be in my prayers forever
jfranklin
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26th March 2004 - 08:19


Hey Buddy Boy,
You'd be so proud of your Daddy. Today is his first day of his first CNA job since he finished school. I know you're watching out for me, so can you keep your fingers crossed for me on the issues in my life that I need guidence and support with. Thanks Angel. I love and miss you.
Great Aunty Jess
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24th March 2004 - 19:05


God bless you and your family.
Thank you for a great website.
Greatings from Icland.
Anna Ragna Siggeirsdóttir
15th March 2004 - 05:05


God bless you Adrian. Your life was so precious and may your memory always live on.
Matt, you are a wonderful person and my prayers will always be with you
Jess Rogers
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10th March 2004 - 20:37


Hey son well its your second birthday, I hope your having a good time in heaven with god and i'll be up there one day to see you we all love you and miss you son and we wish you were here with us so we could watch you grow up but i'll see you one day in heaven with god... I love you Adrian..your dad Matt Barton
matt barton
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06th March 2004 - 04:25


Hello little Angel
Happy Birthday Baby Boy, you would be 2 today, you would be walking, talking no more bottles though – you would be such a big boy. I miss you Adrian, I wish you were here, we all wanted you in our lives so bad we welcomed you baby boy. I cant imagine anything tougher than writing a Happy Birthday card to a website, I want to give it to you in person, you just keep watching out for us, we love that you are OUR ANGEL, we will be there in no time so just wait for us ok
grandma
05th March 2004 - 12:36


Happy birthday little man. I know you are up their keeping an eye on us. And we're all here still missing and loving you.
Great Aunty Jess
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05th March 2004 - 12:17


Nice Site,~~~~
Cening_Bagus
01th March 2004 - 01:21


My heart aches for you, your precious angel, and your family. Violence is all to common in the world and our children suffer. My life too has been touch by violent crime, and I can not express my deepest sympathy to you. May God cradle your family in his gentle arms and heal your broken spirits and hearts. I know my life is forever changed by this event..just from reading it....may I never take my blessings for granted again!!!

May justice, real justice, prevail!!!!
Nicole
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23th February 2004 - 07:48


i hope you guys are doing alright i just thought i would drop a few lines to say hello and may god bless u
sherry
19th February 2004 - 13:50


Dear Baby..God Bless....
Tarney
Australia)
tarney
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18th February 2004 - 01:59


To this day I still think about Adrian and the pain he suffered. I'm so sorry. The jury had no idea what they did when they set that baby killer free. Where was Adrian's rights in this case?
Investigator Shirley Colby
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12th February 2004 - 20:11


HEY GUYS JUST THOUGHT I WOULD WRITE YOU TO LET YOU KNOW THAT I HAVENT FORGOTTEN ABOUT YOU. I STILL THINK OF ADRIAN. AND MATT AND JAMIE. I HOPE YOU GUYS ARE DOING WELL. IM SORRY ITS BEEN SO LONG SINCE I HAVE WRITTEN. WITH MUCH LOVE AND PRAYERS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.
SHERRY
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04th February 2004 - 13:33


I am so very sorry for your loss.I know it's no real consolation,but your little guy is with the Lord now.He's at peace and no longer in pain.May God grant you peace and comfort.
Elyse
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02th February 2004 - 02:13


Hey Adriand how are you doing son? I'm doing pretty good, I was thinking about you the other night and I wrote you a poem the name of it is to my angel and I hope you like it.

As I sit here in the dark I can't help but to wonder why? Why did this have to happen to you my sweet little angel? It don't make since did I not deserve to be your dad or a dad in general? I know everything happens for a reason but for the last two years i've been trying to contenplate the reason and i've yet to come up with a good one yet. I know I was young but damn I could of handled it, we may not be in the best situtation right now if you were with me right now but my life would be alot more happy and alot less miserable... U'd be two two years old right now and u'd be walking and talking, laughing and smiling but most of all u'd be experiencing all of lifes joy's and u'd be making my life as good as it could get. But instead your sitting in my entertainment center burned into ashes. But atleast you up in heaven sitting in gods lap and watching over the family and I, and playing with all god's angel's up there. The way I see it is if your up there making them as happy as u'd be making me right now then there's one good thing that came out of what happened, I relize they need you as much as I do. I know you mom and Josh did treat you right, but hopfully if they were able to turn back time they would change things in tremondous way. I really don't know for sure but that my big wish. But Adrian always remember I will always love you more than any thing and I wish my angel was sitting here in my lap right now starring back into my eyes....

I LOVE YOU ADRIAN!!!!
UR MY ANGEL



Well there it is son I hope you like it i'll talk to you soon love you bye son...
Matt Barton ( Adrians Dad)
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23th January 2004 - 10:35


Sorry to hear this!
-Laurie
Laurie
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20th January 2004 - 15:44


Hi everyone just a note to say i am sorry for the pain that you feel If there is anything that i can do to help please contact me via email. i had a friends 2 year old was drowned on april 26, 1997 and she was considered dead on april 28 1997 so i can kind of feel what you are going through. Please even if you just need someone to talk to email me ok daisygurl1976@yahoo.com
i want to help.
Dawn
Dawn
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14th January 2004 - 16:40


Infants automatically are saved. He rests with Jehova the "I Am".
Larry
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24th December 2003 - 18:38


I am a mother. And a woman. I know the pain. I know the courage. I know god exist. I have the sign. I am alive for a miracle. Angel exist. Maybe the baby is now flying around me or around you. Believe it!
With love, Raffaella from Milan Italy
Raffaella
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17th December 2003 - 03:05


hey baby boy, how are you? im good but i miss you so much you'd almost be 2 yrs. old by now. christmas is coming up and i wish you were here to spend it with us, you have a new cousin like you've been hearing, his name is daba jr. i love you Adrian cole and dont you ever forget that
aunt brit
12th December 2003 - 23:28


Hey son how are you, i've been thinking alot about you and telling alot of people about what happened. I miss you so much and I wish u were here in my arms. Well you got a new cousin his name is little daba I want you to do me a favor and watch over him in everything he does, you can be all of our guaridian andgel and now you have one more to add to your list.. I'm in jobCorps now getting my CNA license so i could move closer twoards my goal and make sure no other babies hafta go through the pain you had to feel, i'll do everything in my power son to make sure i get there i just need you to help me get that little boost of strength if i'm feeling down sometime.. Well Christmas is coming soon and i wish u were here i'll go by the lake before christmas and drop you some flowers when you look down and see them remember those are only for you.... that will be my christmas present to you son so make sure your watching... well son it was very nice talkin to you and i'll get back on soon I hope to see you one day... I Love you little Adrian and don't you ever foreget it love your daddy, Matt Barton
Daddy
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12th December 2003 - 16:00


I still haven't forgotten about you sweet little Adrian. Here is a poem I found on another site.
I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below
With tiny lights, like heaven’s stars, reflecting in the snow
The sight is so spectacular; please wipe away that tear,
For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear,
But the sounds of music can’t compare to the Christmas Choir up here.
I have no words to tell you the joy their voices bring.
For it is beyond description to hear the angels sing.

I know how much you miss me; I see the pain inside your heart,
But I am not so far away. We really aren’t apart.
So be happy for me dear ones. You know I hold you dear.
And be glad I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.

I send you each a special gift from my heavenly home above.
I send you each a memory of my undying love.
After all, “Love” is the gift more precious than pure gold.
It was always most important in the stories Jesus told.

Please love and keep each other, as our Father said to do,
For I can’t count the blessings or love He has for you.
So, Have a Merry Christmas and wipe away the tear.
Remember, I’m spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
Author Unknown

Chelsea Adamson
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11th December 2003 - 17:31


My condolences. I stumbled up th