Tristan Defaranos-Peterson Obituary

It has been 5 years and 10 months since the tragic day my soulmate was taken from me and delivered to the Lord. Not a day goes by without my heart breaking a little more from missing you. Until we meet again, Love, Mommy. Thank you for keeping an eye over your sisters and brother.

Thanks to his mom Jo, he will always be remembered in so many thoughts of people who he didn't even know.

Jo, don't see you as much anymore, but I think of you and this little guy a lot. It is because of you and your love for him, he will always be in so many people's thoughs.

Rest in peace little man rock the skys about and remember we love you

we will never forget u

Tristan, the world will always need your bright light!! thank you for shining down on everyone everyday!!! I will always see your smiling face :)
xoxo
Heidi Shepherd

Tristan, my little cuddle buddy.. This past year without you has been so hard. I miss you and love you so much.

Tristan, hi! You are missed.

Tristan you will always be in our hearts. you were and are the best cousin one could ever ask for. I love you.

Fly free Angel xxx

Love you and Miss you Tristan
xoxo

Joanne and Lisa,
I send you both and your families my sincere condolences. The news about Tristan is so sad. He will be missed tremendously! Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. He was so special and I have such fond memories of him.
Love
Janet Murphy

Our Heavenly Father has called his child home. Those who knew and loved Tristan will miss him and always remember the love and happiness he brought into your lives. To his parents you have a special Angel now and he will always be close to you and one day you will be together again, when your mission is complete and you are called home God bless you

Jo and Lisa, Im am so sorry to hear about Tristan. He was the most amazing little 4 yr old and the stongest I have ever met. He will be missed dearly. I hope you find peace and remember that he will always be with you. With all my love

Lisa and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. He was such an amazing little guy with such high spirits every time I saw him. My thoughts and condolences are with you all.

Lisa and family,

May you find comfort and peace during this very difficult time. You have a very special angel watching over all of you. Our sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to your entire family. Our prayers will be never ending for you and Tristan. God Bless you all.

Karen Esposito-Kline

Dear Lisa and Joann,
We were so sad to hear of the loss of your son. The photos are precious, as I know he was to you. Please accept our heart felt condolences.

Dear Lisa and Family,
May you find peace and comfort during this very difficult time. Tristan is in your heart, his love for you will never leave. My sincerest condolences.

Lisa and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can not even imagine the pain you and your family are going thru. You and your family will be in my prays.

JoAnn, not John, I apologize.

John and Lisa,
My family has yours in our thoughts and prayers. What a tragic loss.

Lisa and Family-
There are no words to express the sorrow I feel for the loss of your beloved son, Tristan. I can't even imagine the hole this has left in your hearts. Lisa, I can remember the light in your eyes whenever you talked about him and your other children while working at the gym. Please accept my sincere condolences. Holly Edwards

Dear Joann, Lisa, and Family,

I am devastated at the tragic loss of your son, Tristan. Although I never had the honor of knowing him, I can feel his warmth and love through this guest book’s entries. You are two of the most caring, devoted parents any family would dream of having. I know how much love you not only gave to Tristan, but to all your children. I admire your courage and strength, and hope it will help to carry you through the time ahead. Dad has his arms around Tristan and they will both watch over you and your family always. You are all in my prayers and in my heart

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dear Joann and Lisa - I was deeply saddened to hear of your tragic losses. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I would like you to know your son and father will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry!! Your in my prayers!

Dear Joann and Lisa,
Words fail at a time like this. May the love of your family and friends and our God be a support and comfort. Tristan's smile will remain in our hearts. Thank you for the pictures.

Dear Lisa and JoAnn,
I remember 2 women who struggled with the pangs of their first child entering nursery school, and although you moved on to other schools, watched admirably as your children grew in numbers, and you with wisdom, joy and determination, despite all the hurdles you sought to overcome. I was never blessed to know Tristan, but in reading all the postings here, it would seem that you and all your children were equally blessed to have one another and the extended community who love you and care so deeply. God be with you in the all the days to come, to carry you through this and bring you to remember only the joys of Tristan'a time with us here.
All of us who knew you at Community Nursery School hold you close in thoughts and prayers.
Most sincerely in sympathy,
Val Carubia

Lisa and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family.

Dear Joann and family, May your memories help you durung this difficult time. You are in my prayers...

Dear Joann and family,

Please accept our condolences, your sadness must be overwhelming. Open your heart to remember the best of times and relish in those moments as you move on.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bless you
Patti Klein

Lisa and Family,
May Tristan's spirit live within you and all who knew him. He will find ways to keep saying 'hi' through all of time. love, jen

Dear Joann & Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Words can not describe our feelings. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Darka & Hank

My heart is with you, I know the pain of losing a child. There is nothing I can say to ease you pain. Even thou I know He is with our Father in Heaven and with My Gina. The lost you feel is beyond words. God be with you. I pray for you both.

I did meet Tristan at Tommy's birthday party, He is the sweetest boy I ever met. .

DEAR JOANN & FAMILY-
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU DURING THESE DAYS OF GRIEF. I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
J.D. SMITH

Dear Joann, Lisa & Family,
Please know that so many people are keeping you close in our hearts with enormous love and prayers at this time and into the future. Your little guy Tristan was so beyond special, heart of pure gold, just such an absolutely extraordinary, exceptional and beautiful boy -there are not even words to describe what the entire world has lost. I am devastated and I can't even fathom how much pain you all are in- Please let everyones love carry you. A person that exceptional will never be forgotten and he lives on in everyones hearts.

Lisa & Joann,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son Tristan. My thoughts are with you and your family at such a very sad time. Mary Kay Neville

Joann, Lisa and family. Innocent smiles, warm, tight hugs, and that special "hi" become all the more precious as memories. You have been and will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Lisa, Joann and Family,

My deepest, most sincere and heart-felt sympathy to you all on this most tragic loss of sweet, little Tristan. You are forever in my thoughts and prayers.

With Love & Friendship,
Kathy S.

Dear Joann, Lisa, and Family;

I offer my sincere condolence and deepest sympathy on your loss of your son, Tristan.

I will keep Tristan in my prayers.

jo and lisa my heart goes out to both of u and im so sorry but he is in good hands dad and god dad will be watching over him mary ann shaws

Dear Joann, Lisa and Family,

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your families on the loss of sweet Tristan. I will always remember him for the big hug and kiss I recieved form him the last time we saw him. He will live in our memories as a beautiful and affectionate boy who was glowing with happiness and all the love he received from his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Kathleen, Kelly, Scott & Eric

Dear Joann, Lisa and Family,

No words can fill your hearts at this time but Tristan will give you the strength and courage to move on! Life will be different and hard so please take one day at a time and remember that Tristan is our Lord's Little Angel now and he will watch over him for you!
Tristan will be that shining star watching over you and your family! May God Be With You All!

With deepest sympathy,

Lois Holly and Mom

Dear family,
I am so sorry for this most difficult loss. My condoloences to your family.
Madeline Riccio
InShape Spinner

The Lord has a precious little angel He needed to watch over all of us. Tristan will forever be within the hearts of everyone.

With deepest sympathy,
Rebecca (Blondie 1) and Caitlynn (Blondie 2)

Dear Lisa and family - our heartfelt sympathies to you and your families. May the love that you give to all come back to you and give you comfort. Hold on tight to your memories, cherish them and know that Tristan is always with. You are in our thoughts and prayers. love, sympathy and friendship - AnnMarie and Eric

Dear Peterson Family,

My sincerest condolences to your family during this difficult and sad time. My thoughts are with you all.

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

With deepest sympathy,
Barbara Nelson

Joann,Lisa,Gabby,Julia and Ryan I am so sorry for your loss,you are in my prayers and May you find strength to deal with the loss of your loved one.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

the Celotto Family

Please take a moment to look at Tristan's website. http://memorialwebsites.legacy.com/Trist... Thank You all for your wonderful thoughts and prayers.

Lisa- I am so sorry for your loss. Tristan touched the life of each and every person he met and was so loved. When I tell my friends about you, the first thing I always tell them is what an amazing mother you are. Tristan was so lucky to be a part of your beautiful family. I ran my race on Monday for him and I know he was the sunshine peaking through the clouds.

My deepest Sympathies and love,
Erin

Jo & Lisa,
Sandy and I know how much you loved this little boy - how hard you fought to give him the best shot at life. We also know how many people he touched in his short life and that your hearts are broken.
We pray that you find comfort in the memory of Tristan, the thoughts and prayers of your family and friends, and the love of Julia, Gabby and Ryan at this most difficult of times.

Lisa & Joann, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Tristan. I remember when Tristan grabbed my hand at Jessie's wedding and gave me the biggest smile.God bless Tristan, both of you and your family. If you need anything, I am here for you! Love, Mary & Samantha Artz

Joann, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Sheldon and Linda Runlett

Lisa and Joanne - I just learned of your son's death and I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We got out of touch since I moved from Guilford to Portsmouth, VA, and I didn't even know you had 2 more babies after Gabby! Please know I am praying for each and all of you and trust you will get all the support and help you'll need. If you wish to communicate with me, my e-mail is [email protected]. Take care of yourselves and your children. You will each have a difficult journey ahead. Sincerely, Donna (Cunningham) Denette, Portsmouth, VA

Sincere condolences and prayers for the entire family. You have a little angel in heaven.

Lisa, I have always respected you and Joann for your tremendous amount of love and devotion to Tristan, but most off all your patience. I know he meant the world to you and right know it feels like the world is crumbling down around you.Someday with the strength of God and the support of your friends you will feel like you can stand up again.I feel so fortunate to have met Tristan and spend some fun quality times with him. Loved the sparkle in his eyes and his obsession with hotdogs or as he would say dotdogs..he will be forever in my heart! Love and sympathy to all..xo

Sincere condolences sympathies and prayers Joann, for you, your family, friends,and NHPD colleagues. With love, affection, & friendship,Steve Schreiber

Sorry for your lost. I will truley miss Triston. He made me smile with every visit. I will never view cheese eggs the same. lol


Nate

For Tristan's Family..
May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, neighbors and co-workers as we were comforted by and cherished the gift of Tristan's beautiful smile.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Dear Capt. Peterson and family, you are in my thoughts and meditations. My sincerest condolences on the loss of your son.

Dear Joann, Lisa and Family,

We convey our tender feelings of sympathy and support to you on the loss of your tender and sweet child; Tristan.
I was fortunate to receive a big hug and kiss from him the last time I saw Tristan. He will be remembered by us him as an affectionate, happy and glowing child. He was so full of the love you gave to him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Kathleen, Kelly, Scott and Eric

Stacy, my hearfelt sympathies to you and your family in this time of great sorrow. May his memories bring you joy as the family struggles through this ordeal.
Many Prayers for your family in this terrible time.

Francin Sahlas

Lisa, heartbroken, is the only word that comes to mind for what I am feeling for you and your family. I had just started to get to know your sweet, adorable son. I will always have the memory of him climbing onto my lap in your truck and not wanting to get in his car seat. May all the memories you have of Tristan, your own strength and determination, and the love of family and friends, carry you through this. Tristan touched so many people in his 4 1/2 years and will live in their hearts forever. Someday, you will be able to feel good about that. Love, sympathy, and friendship, Margaret

Our deepest sympathies our with your family at this difficult time. With Love and Sorrow, The Busillo Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Rick and Lisa Pelletier

Lisa and Joanne, I am so very sorry and sad. Tristan your precious little angel will give you strength. My prayers are to you and your families.

Lisa and Joanne and family , What a tragic accident .my heart goes out to you and your family . My brother Mike and I were discussing Lisa's strengths and determination and will to succeed . He uses it to inspire his student to acheive their personal best . Use your personal strenghts to help you through . Much love

DEAR JOANN I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS TRISTAN WAS A GOOD BOY AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE WHEN I CUT HIS HAIR MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS

Lisa and Family,

May the love of friends and family bring you comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts.

Lisa and Family, so sorry for your tragic loss of your son Tristan. Wishing you strength thru this time - thoughts and prayers for your family, with deepest sympathy

Our thoughts and prayers are with Tristan and all who loved and cared for him..he was very lucky to have so many love him and you were blessed to have him.

Joanne and Lisa,
We are so sorry to learn of Tristan's passing. Much love to all of you.
Scott & Lori Balard

Lisa and Family
Bonnie and I are so saddened to hear of the tragic loss of your son. We realize that words fail at a time like this, but know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers. God bless you and your family and help you through this.
Should you need anything do not hesitate to call on us.
All our love
Bonnie and Frank Biondi

Joanne and Lisa,
You two are the strongest women I ever met. You have a beautiful family and my heart hurts for you in this time of suffering. We will always pray for you and your family.

Lisa and Joann - I was so saddened to hear about the tragic loss of your beloved Tristan. He brightened anyone's day with that huge smile and big laugh. I cherish his memory and feel better for having known him. May you find comfort among your family and many friends in the days ahead.

My heart is saddened as I read about the tragic loss of your precious son Tristan. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.

Lisa & family, Words can not express how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dear Joann and Lisa,
My heart breaks for you and I cannot imagine the grief that you feel. Know that your friends and family are here for you to support you and help you in any way possible. May God give your family strength and rosolve to continue on your journey in life.
Sincerely,
Rose Lacobelle

Dear Lisa -- My heart is breaking for you and your entire family. No mother loved her child or was more devoted than you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family -- Tristian is truly an angel in heaven now where there is no pain.
Love, Katie Bimonte

Capt Peterson, you and your family are in my prayers.

Lisa and Family, We are so deeply sorry for your loss, and feel privileged to have known such an angel. May Julia, Gabby, and Ryan cherish the many happy memories of Tristan.

Lisa & Family,

My sincere condolences for the loss of your son. Grief is so hard....my prayers are with your family.

Susan R. Borger

Please accept my condolences. May God welcome the little angel into heaven and may he grant you all peace.

Lisa and Joann, I cannot even breathe as I am reading this. I am sooo very sorry for your loss. May his beautiful memories comfort both of you during this time. If there is anything I can do, please,please let me know. My deepest regrets and sympathies are with you now and always.

Rosa Richardson

Dear Lisa and Joann,

I am so sorry to hear this terrible news of your loss of Tristan.
I know how loved and well cared for this little boy was. His life was short lived, but I know he was happy and busy with his brother and sisters.

You are in my prayers,

Pexie Pinheiro

Joann & family,
Our hearts go out to all of you during this most difficult time. Tristan will always have a special place in our hearts. With deepest sympathy from the girls in the Chief's Office - Phyllis, Manmeet, Ivelise & Gayle.

Lisa, So sorry for your tragic loss, may all those happy memories comfort you. He is now your little "Guardian Angel".....Lou-Ann Howell

Dear Lisa and family,

I cared for Tristan for a short time while I was employed at the gym. He was always a smiling and happy boy. The care and devotion you gave to him was amazing. He was truly loved! I can not find the words to ease your pain, sorow and loss.He will always be with you.

I am so sorry,

Pamela Gandossy

Joann & Lisa,
Words alone cannot adequately express the heartfelt sympathy I feel for you and yours during this time of sorrow. Tristan is at home with the Lord and smiling down on all of you with love and happiness. He will always be in your hearts and minds. God watch over all of you.

Dear Joann and Lisa, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the happy momories replace the sadness in your hearts.

My deepest sympathy

Joanne,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Tristan was a blessing who made this sad world a better place for having been in it. I will keep you, Lisa, and the other children in my prayers. "The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God." Love, Glen, Donny, and family

Dear Lisa and Family: Kate and I were so saddened to hear about the tragedy and loss of Tristan, we have walked in your shoes and it is very difficult. Please know that he is in God's hands, and is always just a whisper away. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Marie and Kate

Lisa, Joanne & Family, Although you don't know me I would like to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss.My thoughts and prayer's are with you during this difficult time.

Lisa, Joann & Family,
My heart goes out to all of you during this very difficult time.. I know words cannot heal your pain but I hope this may bring some light into the darkness you are feeling. Keep those memories close to your heart and remember that Tristan is looking down upon you all with that beautiful smile.

~TINY ANGELS~
Tiny Angels rest your wings
sit with me for awhile.
How I long to hold your hand,
And see your tender smile.
Tiny Angel, look at me,
I want this image clear....
That I will forget your precious face
Is my biggest fear.
Tiny Angel can you tell me,
Why you have gone away?
You weren't here for very long....
Why is it, you couldn't stay?
Tiny Angel shook his head,
"These things I do not know....
But I do know that you love me,
And that I love you so".

To a little one that beat all odds and was a treasure to all who knew him.
God keep you in his arms.