Bearett Skip Parriman “Baby Bear” was born on August 25th, 2023 in Helena, MT to Brittany Mayer and Cory Parriman.
Despite complications during delivery, Baby Bear miraculously pulled through and blessed his family and many others with four amazing months.
Baby Bear was the happiest boy and was always full of smiles. His love for his brothers was unmatched and some of his favorite times were cuddling with his brother Kessler every morning while Mom got ready for work. His brother Hank gave him a lifetime’s worth of kisses, and was obsessed with “his baby.” Bear’s favorite place was in his mama’s arms, and he took advantage of every opportunity to steal cuddles. When Dad came into the room, Bear’s face would always light up. He would belly-laugh when Dad would squish his cheeks and say, “fish face!”
While Mom and Dad were at work, he spent his days under the care of his godmother, Kelsey. They spent their days cuddling when other kids were sleeping and he loved Kelsey’s head rubs. Kelsey created an everlasting bond with Bear and was truly like a second mother to him.
In the early morning hours of January 6th, 2024, Jesus called Baby Bear home before our hearts were ready. During his short time on earth, he stole the hearts of the Mayer, Parriman, Walsh, Mikesell, Redfern, Stembridge, Enyeart, Johnson, Barnes, Tobol, and Taylor families; his best buddy Dylan at daycare; and many, many more beloved family members and friends.
Bearett was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Skip and Marlene Jo Mayer, James and Josie Walsh, W.L. “Ben” Parriman, and Bob and Myrna Rudio; great-aunt, Dallas (Parriman) Christman; family friends, Bill Leslie and Brian Wacker; and his two dogs, Dozer and Boone Dog.
Baby Bear is survived by his parents, Brittany Mayer and Cory Parriman; godmother, Kelsey Enyeart; brothers, Kessler and Henry “Hank” Parriman; grandparents, William (Rhonda) Mayer, Cassey (Wally) Parriman, and Julia Walsh; aunts and uncles, Katherine and James Mayer, Kristyna Rudio and Tristan Raymond; and cousins, Olivia, Verity, Albert, and Louise Mayer.
Brittany and Cory feel very blessed that they were able to love Baby Bear for the four months they were given and can’t wait for the day when they are reunited. They are jealous of everyone in Heaven who gets to hold him, look into his beautiful blue eyes, and witness his contagious smile.
Brittany and Cory hope others know that God has a plan for everyone, including Baby Bear. They feel secure in their knowledge that he is in Heaven with the Lord. God doesn’t take children, he receives them, and Brittany knows that Bear would want everyone to feel peace when thinking of him in Heaven, with God walking beside him.
Baby Bear was truly loved by all, especially the many friends that have turned into family.
Funeral services for Bearett will take place on Friday, January 19th at 1:00pm at Anderson Stevenson Wilke, 3750 N. Montana Ave in Helena. There will be a reception at the funeral home immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family has a Venmo account set up to help with expenses during this difficult time (@Brittany-Mayer-22; last four digits of phone number: 0693).
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday January 19, 2024
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Service
Friday January 19, 2024
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday January 19, 2024
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Service
Friday January 19, 2024
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
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Laura Heit says
There really are no words.
God bless you all!
With love,
John and Laura Heit
Sally Russell says
Heartbreaking 💔
Peter Walsh says
Forever in our thoughts,
Always in our hearts.
God bless you Baby Bear.
With much love
Peter, Brenda, James and Aidan Walsh
Shannon Hadley says
You are all in our hearts and prayers. May God bless you and keep you close during such an unthinkable loss.
Sue Walsh says
Bear, thank you for choosing the best parents ever to share and cherish your short beautiful life with. You were so loved and have broken everyone’s heart.
Go ahead and light up the lives of all those in heaven as you will ours when we join you.
Rest gently little man love Sue and Jack H Walsh
xxx
Rebecca McMahon says
Our hearts and prayers go out to all who love sweet baby bear. What an infectious smile and light to all. Grandma Julia was over the moon when he arrived in August. He is greatly loved. We send our sincere condolences. -The McMahon Family
Nicola Woods spence says
There are just no words.
My heart breaks for your loss, but know in your hearts that he is safe and with the other members of the family being cuddled and loved.
Enormous hugs to you all.
Love you all xxxx
Larriann Murphy says
So saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Larriann and Mike Murphy
Teresa L Sturm says
What a beautiful funeral for your precious baby. I continue to pray for you Brittany, Corey and family. You truly are wonderful parents. “May the Lord bless you; May his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; May he turn his face toward you and give you peace.”
Nick says
Fly high little guy, be the angel you were meant to be. We love you. Heaven needed another angel. 🙏 Jesus please bring peace in this families heart, give them strength and love.
Jennell Perros says
We are so very sorry for your loss, our family is thinking of you all during this very hard time.
-Nick & Jennell Perros
Brenda says
We don’t know each other but I am praying for you, praying for comfort for you. A loss like this you never get over. I had a stillborn so I know the pain. You have a precious angel looking over you. Your little guy is always with you. Take the time you need, talk about your feelings and talk about your little one and lean on God. God bless you and your family
Ted Polette says
Dear Cory and Brittany,
My heart weeps for you at the loss of your loving little boy, having lost my precious daughter, Jackie, 3 yrs. ago myself. I’m sure Jackie met Baby Bear at the gates of Heaven and welcomed him with open arms and showed him around to all her favorite places! I know that an hour doesn’t go by that you don’t think of your little angel and the impact he had on your’s and everyone else’s hearts in the short time that he blessed this Earth with his presence. Children are supposed to bury their parents, not the other way around. The grief journey takes many turns along the path and remember that there are so many people that are willing to pick you up when you trip because of the fog that currently clouds your mind. Memory loss from the trauma you have experienced is normal and a coping mechanism of your body to assure your survival. Your memory will return. I hope that some day the sun will shine in your lives again. Where there is sadness, love plants a garden of memories and I hope Baby Bear’s garden blooms brilliantly and forever for you!
I hope you feel the love extended to you from me, your family, and the community around you. God bless you and your families during this most difficult of times. You are loved.