Whit Lindan Cecil Dunfee

Whit Lindan Cecil Dunfee was born sleeping on Thursday, September 19th, 2024, at 1:13pm in Loveland, CO at the UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies. Though Baby Whit was due on his big sister Sawyer's upcoming 15th birthday in February (which she was extremely excited for), he now also shares a special day with his Papa (Kent Grubbs) too. For nearly five months, Baby Whit was the final "secret surprise" his family was holding onto. Thankfully after his delivery, Mama and Daddy were able to hold, and spend nearly two, forever cherished, days with their baby boy. They will be able to remember his very tiny fingers and toes, always. 

Calvin and Megan were anxiously awaiting the arrival of their fourth child, which would complete their family. Big Sister Sawyer was thrilled with the idea of having three little brothers, which was guaranteed to be a wild ride. Brothers Caine and Beau were just starting to grasp that a new baby would be in their home, with Caine often talking about "the big ole baby in Mama's big ole belly." 

"Our precious baby boy, though we were only shortly able to have you in our hands, you'll forever remain in our hearts. We mourn the loss of you, time, and memories we will always yearn for, and dreaming of what would have been. However, until the day comes, that we are together again, we will honor you, our baby Whit, in everything we do. Precious little boy, you have already taught us a love that is beyond measure, the strength to keep going, forgiveness and understanding of things we cannot control, and the ability to see what we must be grateful for. We'll be seeing you through your sister and brothers, who undoubtedly you would have been completely alike. We'll love you forever and always." -Mama and Daddy 

He is survived by parents Calvin and Megan(Malcom) Dunfee, big sister Sawyer, brothers Caine and Beau, Grandparents Kent and Carmen Grubbs(Hereford, CO), Chad and Valarie Dunfee(Loveland, CO), Auntie Kae and Uncle Kelby Konig(Grover, CO), cousins Killian, Kalliope, and Kallan Konig, Grandma "Fiona" Leona and Grandpa Billy Ray Montgomery (Hereford, CO), Aunt Meghan Montgomery and "Big Bro" Blake Misech(Grover, CO), Aunt Chelsea and Uncle Clint Stockton(Pueblo, CO), cousins Caroline and Colt Stockton, Aunt Carlee Dunfee(Loveland, CO), Great Grandparents Steve and Deb Grubbs(Burns, Wy), Don and Marilyn Norman(Western Grove, AR), Pat and Cindy Loyd(Grover, CO), Ronn Groves and Nickie Medina(VA), Joe and Anna Rodriguez(Longmont, CO), Great-Great Grandparents Don Groves(Estes, CO), and Frances Keim(Scottsbluff, NE). He is also survived by many cousins, aunt and uncles, greats, great-greats, and family friends who were looking forward to meeting him, along with sharing in the many future adventures and memories to be had. 

He is recently preceded in death by his Great-Great Aunt Linda, who with no doubt is lovingly holding him in her arms until Mama and Daddy can finally do so themselves. The family is comforted with the thoughts of him waiting peacefully with the many aunts, uncles, grandparents, greats, and great- greats he's beside.

 A private graveside service for family and friends will be officiated by Sawyer's Youth Pastor Todd Pembroke.

 Calvin and Megan would like to thank their family and friends for being with them through this time, caring for their other children, and keeping the days moving ahead when that seems almost impossible. The Grover/Hereford, and Briggsdale communities have been supportive for their daughter, and they couldn't have asked for anything more, and are beyond thankful that Sawyer has had an amazing group of people outside of family and friends, which included her teachers, volleyball team, their families, coaches/ staff, and youth groups to depend on during these difficult days. 

The Dunfees would like to express their gratitude for the medical team and maternity floor staff of the MCR Hospital and UCHealth Women's Clinic for the care and support they received during the birth of their baby boy and the days that have followed. They are forever grateful for the time spent with Baby Whit and for the personnel who made that possible. Doctors and nurses, which they had with their other children's deliveries, were with them, and that was comforting. Nurse Alyssa, Deb Blum, Dr. Brakovec, Dr. Bannon, and many others were by Megan and Calvin's side throughout their stay. During that time, they felt understood, loved, and cared for. They also appreciate Schrader, Aragon & Jacoby Funeral Home for the care, donation and services provided for their baby and family. This extends to Doug Duggan with the Home of Peace Cemetery and Pastor Todd Pembroke with The Friendship Alliance Church in Grover, CO. Honoring Baby Whit with their guidance made the circumstances bearable.