Nickolas was the first-born son to Madeline and Nicholas. He was born on the morning of August 11th 2024. In June of 2024, Nickolas was diagnosed with a rare condition and his parents were told that he would not have a chance of life out of the safety of his mother's womb. His parents knew he had a chance at life and that he deserved one. They chose love, and to do everything they could to give him a chance at life and to honor that life. Through unceasing prayers, our Lord blessed Nickolas with a few hours of life where he knew nothing but love from his parents. Madeline & Nicholas had the wonderful honor of bringing him into this world and ushering him into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Madeline & Nicholas want everyone to know that every child is precious gift from God and will always deserve an honorable life, whether inside or outside of the womb.

Nickolas Marvin Henry Van Gorp's Family:

Parents- Madeline & Nicholas Van Gorp

Grandparents- Nicholas: Susan & Timothy Van Gorp

Madeline: Shannon & Tim Smith

Great Grandparents- Nicholas: Eleanor Rietveld

Siblings- Nicholas: Elizabeth Van Gorp (sister), James Van Gorp (brother)

Madeline: Cale Smith (brother)

To the family

Perinatal Hospice of Iowa
Des Moines IA