Former “19 Kids and Counting” star Jill Duggar Dillard recently shared heartbreaking details of her stillborn daughter’s funeral on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse into the somber day she and her husband, Derick Dillard, laid their baby girl to rest.
In a series of photos posted on Instagram, Jill shared moments from the funeral, including a small white box placed on a table with pink flowers and a stuffed bunny, as well as displays of Isla’s clothes, toys, books, and stuffed animals. The couple also shared photos of the pamphlet handed out to guests, which included a message to “Plant this heart.”
The caption of the post read, “Isla Marie, our baby girl. We will love you forever & hold you in our hearts until we hold you in heaven. 🩷 Laid to rest 4.19.2024.”
The comments section was filled with messages of love and support from fans, with many expressing their condolences and sharing their own experiences with loss. Jill and Derick first announced the stillbirth of their daughter nearly two weeks ago on Instagram, revealing that they had lost Isla Marie at 4 months pregnant.
The couple, who are also parents to three sons, Israel David, Samuel Scott, and Frederick “Freddy” Michael, asked for prayers as they continue to grieve and heal from the loss of their baby girl.
The photos shared by Jill offer a glimpse into the heartbreaking reality of losing a child and the ways in which families honor and remember their little ones. The Dillard family’s openness and vulnerability in sharing their story have touched the hearts of many, reminding us all of the importance of love, support, and compassion during times of loss.
