In Loving Memory of Riley Bliss Douthat December 20, 2024 – July 4, 2025 A Life Measured Not in Time, but in Love

It is with profound sadness and shattered hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful baby boy, Riley Bliss Douthat, who left this world far too soon on Friday, July 4th, 2025. Born on December 20, 2024, to Russell and Maria Douthat, Riley came into the world with gentle eyes, a peaceful spirit, and a name that perfectly reflected the joy and serenity he brought with him.

He joined the family as the cherished little brother to Maisie Douthat, who adored him with a love far beyond her years. From the moment Riley arrived, their bond was immediate and pure. Maisie’s tender touch, sweet songs, and wide-eyed wonder at her baby brother were among the countless treasures of their time together.

A Gentle Soul

Though his time with us was heartbreakingly brief, Riley was a calm and content baby—a tiny light who brought peace into every room he entered. With a warm, quiet smile and eyes that seemed to understand more than words ever could, he exuded a rare and gentle joy. There was something sacred about holding him. Something whole. Something still. He didn’t need to speak to make an impact—his presence alone was a gift to everyone who held him, kissed his soft cheeks, or simply sat beside him in awe.

Riley’s days were filled with love beyond measure. He was held endlessly in his mother’s arms, snuggled close to his father’s chest, and surrounded by lullabies, laughter, and love. Every sigh, every sleepy smile, every tiny grip of his hand felt like eternity wrapped in a moment.

A Family’s Deepest Love

To Russell and Maria, Riley was not only a beloved son but a dream fulfilled. He was the blessing they prayed for, the perfect addition to a family rooted in tenderness and grace. Their love for him was evident in every gentle touch, every whispered word, and every photo taken to capture fleeting but unforgettable moments.

And to Maisie, he was her “baby brother”—a title she carried with pride. She showered him with affection and curiosity, always wanting to help, always wanting to be near. The joy she found in Riley was unmistakable, and the bond they shared, though short in time, was lifelong in its depth.

A Lasting Legacy of Love

While Riley Bliss was with us for just over six months, his impact reaches far beyond the limits of days or calendars. He brought a quiet kind of grace, one that teaches us how love endures, even in loss. His life, though brief, was pure and meaningful, touching all who knew him and many who never had the chance.

Riley’s passing leaves a deep ache in the hearts of all who loved him—his parents, his sister, grandparents, extended family, and the many friends and community members who held space for his beautiful life. But alongside the grief is gratitude. For the gift of knowing him. For the love he inspired. For the reminder that some souls are too perfect for this world, and that even the smallest life can leave the largest imprint.

Forever in Our Hearts

There are no words that can ever ease this kind of sorrow. But in our pain, we cling to the memory of a baby who knew only love. A baby who never had to face this world’s hardships, only its beauty—the faces of his family, the comfort of being held, the music of laughter, the softness of lullabies. His legacy is not in how long he was with us, but in how fully he was loved.

Riley Bliss Douthat, you will forever be our angel.
Our hearts ache with your absence and overflow with the love you gave.
You are and always will be a part of us.
Until we hold you again, may you rest peacefully, surrounded by all the love that welcomed you into this world.

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