LOMA LINDA, Calif., Nov. 13 (UPI) -- Video of a father singing the Beatles' "Blackbird" to his dying son is being watched by people around the world.
Lennon James Picco was born Saturday by emergency C-section at 24 weeks, and his mother, Ashley, died hours later at the age of 30.
Text posted with the video online says doctors at Loma Linda University Hospital became concerned that Lennon was not moving.
During her pregnancy, Ashley would feel Lennon moving when music played. So after he was born, his dad Chris played music to him for hours each day before he died in his father's arms, one day after the video was recorded.
Picco wrote a note on Facebook Tuesday night:
"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. 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."
A memorial fund has been set up, as has a memorial page.
