Jonah Hauser Carlson

Madison--Jonah Hauser Carlson, died on Friday, March 20, 2009 at Meriter Hospital. Jonah was born earlier the same day and we are so proud of his courage and fighting spirit. Jonah's time with us is a gift we will always treasure.   He is survived by his parents, John Carlson and Kelly Hauser; his big brother, Evan; paternal grandparents, Brian and Barbara Carlson; an uncle, David (Dominique) Carlson; an aunt, Sarah Carlson; and five cousins. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Andrew and Mary Hauser.   We appreciate the care and kindness Jonah received in his short life. We are thankful for the staff at the Perinatal Clinic and the NICU; at Melius, Schurr and Cardwell; and at the Fetal Care Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. A special thanks to the nurses on 6 North and our anonymous friends at Meriter Hospital.   A gathering to celebrate Jonah's life will be held from 1:00 until 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Cress Funeral Home, 3325 E. Washington Ave., Madison.   In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Cincinnati Children's Hospital, P.O. Box 5202 Cincinnati, OH 45201-5202 or Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep infant bereavement photography, 7201 S. Broadway Ste. 150 Littleton, CO 80122   Jonah, we love you and will never forget you!