Our Story

Comfort in Christ Blankets was created as an extension of Saranoni’s mission—to bring comfort, warmth, and connection through every season of life. Rooted in faith and built on the trusted foundation of Saranoni, these blankets reflect what has mattered most to our family: God, love, and the moments that become memories.

The story of Saranoni is a story of family, faith, and perseverance through life’s ups and downs.

Through all of the ups and downs of business and as our business grew, so did our family. Nathan's and my biggest priority was our life together as parents. We spent many late nights together developing products at the kitchen table, but even more hours were spent with our six children—monitoring homework, cheering at sports events, and enjoying the beautiful chaos of raising a family. It was always wonderful and wild at the same time. Our children know, love, and have worked alongside our wonderful Saranoni team. Our team has become family as well.

Faith has always been an important part of our lives. We believe in God and have relied on prayer and faith through many seasons, both joyful and difficult. That faith has guided our family and continues to guide the way we choose to live and work.

On November 5th of 2021, Nathan received a sudden and alarming diagnosis after feeling extremely tired for just a few days. He was diagnosed with a large tumor in the middle of the brain stem. Within two days, he lost his ability to walk on his own. Through a series of miracles, we were able to get into Huntsman Cancer Center immediately. Instead of learning treatment options, we were told he wasn’t leaving the hospital and would need emergency surgery to receive a stint in his brain to relieve the hydrocephalus the tumor had caused and to receive a biopsy.

 

A week later, we received the results of the biopsy and Nathan was diagnosed with stage 4 Glioblastoma Multiforme, an aggressive form of brain cancer in the only inoperable place in the brain. He was given four weeks to live.

With no treatment options to extend his life, Nathan went on an experimental treatment and we did everything we could to treasure the weeks we were given—an almost impossible task. We cherished every second—spending hours at his side snuggling, attending to his needs, enjoying BYU football as a family, and receiving visits from loved ones. Nathan, ever aware of his condition, spent time assuring the kids that he would be present at events that were important to them and that he would be watching out for them. He testified of his faith in God and his conviction that despite everything, our family would be together again.

During this time, we were humbled to receive overwhelming kindness from our community. Volunteers showed up at our warehouse, ready to help our team get holiday orders out. This allowed us precious time with Nathan and our family during the holidays—days we will always remember.

Nathan passed away peacefully on January 5th, 2022, holding my hand—just as he requested. His death has been tremendously difficult for our children and me. There isn’t a day that we don’t miss him dearly, but we have tried to keep our chins up—tears and all—and continue the legacy of Saranoni so dear to Nathan. Our business’s mission has never meant more to us than it does now.

Nathan used to say that moments become memories. While our family and our Saranoni team miss Nathan and his presence desperately, his passion for service and connection are alive and well at Saranoni. Our mission remains to bring comfort, warmth, and connection to individuals and families.

Comfort in Christ Blankets comes from that same mission. Built on the foundation of Saranoni, it is an extension of our desire to offer comfort, peace, and connection through faith. We hope these blankets create a soft place to land, a reminder of God’s love, and comfort in every season of life.

Whether you’re purchasing your first blanket for your home, sending comfort to a friend, or simply trying to slow down and enjoy the little things, you’ve come to the right place.

Welcome to the Saranoni family.