Tears and pain: Duggar family reunites to mourn loss of baby Isla
Counting On alum Jill Duggar Duggar has been mourning the loss of her baby girl, Isla Marie Dillard. The 32-year-old mom previously shared photos of the funeral of her baby. However, she remained discreet about the guests. It’s known that Jill has been estranged from the Duggar family for years, making many people curious if they attended the sad day. Until recently, the fourth Duggar child finally revealed who came to her daughter’s final resting place. Keep reading to see the new photos.
Counting On: Jill Duggar Announces Stillborn Birth
On April 14th, Jill took to social media to announce the heartbreaking news of her tragic stillborn birth. According to the former Counting On star, she was already four months pregnant before they found out that the baby died in utero. Jill also shared how excited her family is to meet the baby girl, especially her sons, who couldn’t wait to introduce their sister to the world. “We appreciate your prayers as we continue to grieve and heal from the loss of our little Isla Marie,” she added.
In an Instagram post, Jill Duggar Dillard shared new photos from the funeral of her daughter, Isla Marie. The Counting On alum even shared biblical quotes as a tribute to her daughter. The married couple also revealed that baby Isla Marie was laid to rest on April 19, 2024.
But what caught the attention of many was the attendance of the Duggar family, including Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, who are known for their strained relationship with Jill. All of them flew pink balloons as a tribute to the baby girl. Jim Bob can be seen standing next to his son, Jackson, while Michelle appears to be behind Jill and Derick. Here are some of the comments the married couple received.
- “You honored her so beautifully!”
- “So sweet your friends & family could be with you to honor her little life. And I’m glad you got pictures with her. So tiny.”
- “Such a beautiful ceremony Jill. She was beautiful. Prayers.”
- “That’s a sweet way to remember your baby. Good to see your families supporting you.”
Counting On: Will This Create A Bridge For Jill Duggar & Parents?
Jill previously revealed that she’s been working towards a healthy relationship with her parents. The Counting On alum has already spent some time with her mother, Michelle. Jill and Derick even attended the Duggar family’s Christmas party last year. However, their status with Jim Bob remains a mystery.
There are speculations that things are still tense between them, especially after participating in a documentary against the IBLP and even discussing some of the most controversial accusations against Jim Bob during a podcast. At this point, fans can only hope that Jim Bob’s participation at his granddaughter’s funeral will help heal his wounded relationship with Jill and Derick.
