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Logan Charles StrykerLogan Charles Stryker was born on March 1, 2014 in Fairfax, Virginia. Like most children, the first eight years of his life were full of wonder, travel, excitement and curiosity. Logan was not a shy kid and made friends easily. Despite his sarcastic and witty personality, most who got to know him, loved him dearly.
In October 2022, Logan was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer in his right scapula. After 14 rounds of chemo and endless stays in the hospital, he was deemed disease free in August of 2023. However, during his 3-month scan, it indicated the return of the cancer only this time, it was more aggressive. Ourselves, our family, our friends and our team of doctors and their staff exhausted all measures of research, radiation, and chemotherapy. Sadly, despite everyone’s best efforts, Logan passed away on July 13, 2024. In spite of his aggressive cancer and treatment protocols, Logan never lost that special spark that made him a unique and unforgettable child. During the early stages of his time battling cancer, Logan found a passion for philanthropy and quickly became a strong personality for not only our local Golisano Children’s Hospital but other organizations as well. He regularly attended events, sometimes serving as the MC, he created content on social media, and even secured a slushy machine for all of the kids on the oncology floor at Golisano. It is no accident that he was awarded the Young Philanthropist of Southwest Florida Award in 2023. The best way we know how to honor Logan’s legacy and keep his generous spirit alive, is by giving back and helping others...just like Logan did and would have continued to do. |
Logan's Celebration of Life Service
Thank you to those who were able to join us for Logan's celebration of life. We are grateful for those who came together in-person from near and far, to celebrate and share in memories of his life and the spirit he brought to us. For those that couldn't make it, we are happy to share videos of the service as well as photos, his slideshow and the song that was created just for him.
Celebration of Life: The Full Service Celebration of Life: Photos
(Courtesy of Danni & Keats)
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LOGAN'S SONG (LYRICS) |
Celebration of Life: Service Slideshow
Logan's Song & Lyrics
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Logan’s riding scooters, with Griffin by his side
Drawing and playing, where their imaginations collide Loves learning magic, mythology’s his game With Cerberus and dragons, he seeks fortune and fame Logan, brave and bright, with a heart so true In every adventure, he finds something new Logan, the Summoner, with courage and might Stops Hades’ escape, putting wrongs to right Mom and Dad, Pop pop, and Grandma, all around Maverick, the snuggle-able dog, joy they have found Swimming with Grandpa, in a pool’s embrace Winter snow brings a smile to his face |
Logan, funny and kind, with a spirit so free
In every challenge, he conquers with pride Logan, compassionate, with a witty touch Raising spirits high, he means so much Japan adventures, Pokémon centers bright / Universal thrills, in the day and night Raised funds for friends, with a heart so bold / Logan’s story is one to be told Logan, funny and kind, with a spirit so free / In every challenge, he conquers with pride Logan, compassionate, with a witty touch / Raising spirits high, he means so much |
Unable to watch the video? Check out the song audio here:
Logan's Obituary
Logan Charles Stryker's story may be short, but is one of a boy who was well traveled and well accomplished. Logan was able to visit the Caribbean, England, France, Finland and Japan. He was named 2023 Outstanding Philanthropic Youth in Southwest Florida for his efforts in raising over $30,000 for Golisano’s Children’s hospital, and specifically, the slushy machine on the oncology floor that bears his name.
Logan passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024 peacefully and comfortably at home. He was born March 1, 2014 in Fairfax, VA.
He is survived by his loving parents, Scott and Rachel Stryker of Estero, FL; as well as his younger brother Griffin; maternal grandparents, Karen and Gerald Frieder of Cooper City, FL; paternal grandparents, Deborah and Charles Stryker of Estero, FL; aunts, Jamie Braverman, Kimberly White and Dawn Stryker; and uncle, William Stryker.
Logan Charles Stryker's story may be short, but is one of a boy who was well traveled and well accomplished. Logan was able to visit the Caribbean, England, France, Finland and Japan. He was named 2023 Outstanding Philanthropic Youth in Southwest Florida for his efforts in raising over $30,000 for Golisano’s Children’s hospital, and specifically, the slushy machine on the oncology floor that bears his name.
Logan passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024 peacefully and comfortably at home. He was born March 1, 2014 in Fairfax, VA.
He is survived by his loving parents, Scott and Rachel Stryker of Estero, FL; as well as his younger brother Griffin; maternal grandparents, Karen and Gerald Frieder of Cooper City, FL; paternal grandparents, Deborah and Charles Stryker of Estero, FL; aunts, Jamie Braverman, Kimberly White and Dawn Stryker; and uncle, William Stryker.
