Avery Michael Runnels

The second son of Ashley and Ryan Runnels, little Avery was born at Main Methodist Hospital here in San Antonio, Texas, on November 29, 2016. Weighing in at 6 pounds, 9 ounces and 19.5 inches long, his birth brought tremendous joy to his entire family. Unfortunately, Avery entered this world with a heart condition that precipitated a number of serious complications. Despite the heroic efforts of Methodist's doctors and NICU staff, our precious boy succumbed to kidney and liver failure after a valiant eight-day struggle. Avery was truly a courageous fighter.

Avery is survived by his parents, Ashley and Ryan Runnels, and two-year-old brother, Chase. His adoring paternal grandparents, Joanne and Mark Runnels, and doting maternal grandmother, Linda Hall, also mourn his passing. Additionally, Avery will be sorely missed by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a proud great grandfather, Paul Vigneault.

Funeral services will be held in the chapel at Porter Loring North Mortuary, 2102 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, Texas 78232, on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 10:00 am. Burial will follow at Mission Burial Park North Cemetery, 20900 IH 20 West, San Antonio, Texas 78257. A private viewing for the family is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 16, 2016 at Porter Loring North Mortuary.

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of our little Avery is schedule on Sunday, December 18, 2016 at 2:00 p.m., at the SGI-USA Buddhist Center located at 7142 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, Texas 78216.

We invite you to join us in honoring the all-too-brief life of our beloved little Avery Michael.