LOMA LINDA, Calif. — A touching video shot in a hospital NICU has brought tears to parents eyes around the nation. The video shows Chris Picco singing the Beatles song “Blackbird” to his dying son Lennon James Picco.
Lennon James was delivered by emergency C-section — at just 24 weeks — on November 8. Baby Lennon had to be delivered early when Chris’ wife Ashley unexpectedly passed away in her sleep, according to the YouTube post.
“Lennon’s lack of movement and brain activity was a constant concern for the doctors and nurses at Loma Linda University Hospital, where he received the absolute best care available,” the post read. “During the pregnancy, Ashley would often feel Lennon moving to music so Chris asked if he could bring his guitar into the NICU and play for Lennon, which he did for several hours during the last days of Lennon’s precious life.”
Baby Lennon passed away on November 12.
“Dear friends, family, and supporters; it is with an unbelievably heavy heart that I write this. My little fighter, Lennon James Picco went to sleep in his daddy’s arms late last night. He was surrounded by family, friends, and the best doctors, nurses and hospital staff in the world,” Chris Picco wrote. “He was dressed in an outfit that Ashley bought for him, with little guitars on it, and wrapped in a blanket made by a dear friend. I am so thankful for the four unforgettable days I got to spend with him. His mommy would have been so beyond joy to see him and to hold him, touch him, bathe him, sing to him – as I have had the privilege of doing. I have been so blessed and honored to love him before he was formed, to cherish him while mommy carried him, meet him face to precious face, and hold his perfect little body while we said ‘goodbye for now.’ There are no words, but I wanted to keep you updated, as your love and support has meant more than anything in the world. All you need is love.”
