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Dakota J. "Big D" McCleery

November 18, 1994 ~ January 31, 2017 (age 22) 22 Years Old
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Message from Keith Moore
February 19, 2017 10:37 AM

Tom and Val,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your happy memories of Dakota bring you peace. My deepest sympathies,

Keith Moore
Message from Audrey Marker-Rainsberger
February 11, 2017 8:43 AM

I was so sorry to learn of your son passing. I would see him riding his four wheeler out in the field as I was delivering mail. That is how I will remember him. You have my deepest sympathy
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A candle was lit by Irma Brown on February 4, 2017 9:24 PM
Message from Pennie Rayburn
February 4, 2017 12:11 PM

I was sorry to hear your son passed away Muck. Your family is in my thoughts & prayers.
Message from Jim and Betsy Dunn
February 3, 2017 6:26 PM

Muck and family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayer.
Much love,
Betsy and Jim
Message from Mike, Pam, and Michael Swickard
February 3, 2017 3:47 PM

Muc and Valerie,
Please know that you are both in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Love,
Mike, Pam, and Michael
Message from Debi Pifer
February 3, 2017 2:30 PM

Muck,
My heart is aching for you...you're in my thoughts and prayers
Message from Mike Semple
February 3, 2017 12:40 PM

My deepest sympathy to Tom, Valarie, family & friends

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Message from Tim & Carol Joyce
February 3, 2017 10:02 AM

Muc & Val So sorry for your loss.You're in our thoughts & prayers.
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A candle was lit by Leigh Ann Pownall on February 3, 2017 9:40 AM
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A candle was lit by The R. Lenko Family on February 3, 2017 7:27 AM
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A Lords Prayer was ordered on February 2, 2017

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A candle was lit by Bill and Barb Mellott on February 2, 2017 9:32 PM
Message from Danielle & Lewie Zimmerman
February 2, 2017 8:07 PM

So sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing Dakota pass by the house each day - his wave and his smile. Such a nice young man. Please let us know if you need help with anything.
Message from Donna Barrios
February 2, 2017 6:55 PM

Prayers to you guys..Im so sorry.
Message from Richard & Janice Reiter
February 2, 2017 5:39 PM

Our deepest sympathy to Tom, Valarie and family. We will miss seeing Dakota as he went by our home and always waved and was there if you needed him. He will be sorely missed. Jan & Dick Reiter
Message from Beth Stull
February 2, 2017 5:33 PM

I had the pleasure of having Dakota in three of my classes at EGCC. He always had a smile on his face and a funny story to tell. He will always be remembered. Prayers and sympathy to his friends and family.
Message from Bob & Cindy Sagrilla
February 2, 2017 4:28 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss Tom. You are and will continue to be in our prayers.
Message from Patty Owens McKnight
February 2, 2017 3:45 PM

I am so saddened to hear about your son. Praying that you will find strength and comfort at this difficult time.
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A candle was lit by Marilyn Babela on February 2, 2017 2:56 PM
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A PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was ordered on February 2, 2017

Message from ESther McCoy
February 2, 2017 12:46 PM

My heart goes out to you in Dakota's death. My son died suddenly without a warning as well and it is like the bottom falls out of your world. I will be praying for you and your family.
ESther
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A candle was lit by Dick Shouldis Family on February 2, 2017 11:36 AM
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A candle was lit by George Daily on February 2, 2017 11:31 AM
Message from Bill and Sherri Bennington
February 2, 2017 11:09 AM

We are so very sorry for your loss. We were especially fond of Dakota. What a gentle soul and always a joy to be around. Prayers for your family's and your broken hearts.
Message from Laurie Russell Hibson
February 2, 2017 10:15 AM

I was deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength to get through this difficult time. My most sincere condolences.
Message from Terri Poulin
February 2, 2017 10:03 AM

I am so sorry for your loss. I will be 🙏 That the Lord comforts you during this difficult time 🌹
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A candle was lit by Terri Williamson Poulin on February 2, 2017 9:55 AM
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A "Heaven's Tear" 44 inch Wind Chime was ordered on February 2, 2017

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A candle was lit by Tom (III) and Angie Emery on February 2, 2017 9:06 AM
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A "Heaven's Tear" 44 inch Wind Chime was ordered on February 2, 2017

Message from Tony and Colleen Morelli
February 2, 2017 6:11 AM

Tom and Val,
We are so sorry for the loss of Dakota!
Our heartfelt condolences!
He always had a smile when we saw him!
May God give you strength
Tony and Colleen
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A candle was lit by Bethany Hickman on February 2, 2017 4:56 AM
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A candle was lit by Lidella Corella on February 2, 2017 4:24 AM
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A candle was lit by Sue Clements with deepest sympathy on February 1, 2017 9:04 PM
Message from Kevin Marsh
February 1, 2017 8:50 PM

Tom and Val my heart and prayers goes out to you both. I am so sorry for your loss.
Message from Donna Taylor (Fluharty)
February 1, 2017 8:34 PM

I'm so very sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers are with you all 🙏🏻
Message from Jim and Cheryl Kopras
February 1, 2017 7:54 PM

We are so sorry for your loss. Praying that you find peace and strength at this difficult time.
Message from Jeff Copeland
February 1, 2017 7:46 PM

Dear Val and Tom,
I was so saddened to hear of Dakota's passing. He was such a nice outgoing young man. Whenever our paths crossed, he always made time to come and chat for a couple of minutes. I will miss our visits. You two did a fine job raising such a special son.
Jeff Copeland
Message from Christine Zorbini-Funk
February 1, 2017 7:36 PM

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of your son. Lifting up prayers for all of you during this difficult time.
Message from Lynn Brandt Marsh
February 1, 2017 7:22 PM

I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will protect and give you strength. My most sincere condolences.
Message from Janice McCarthy
February 1, 2017 6:39 PM

Val I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Dakota. I remember him as a little boy and I know how devoted you were him to him. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Janice McCarthy
Message from Denise
February 1, 2017 6:37 PM

Muck, Our hearts breaking for you and family. Know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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A candle was lit by Janice McCarthy on February 1, 2017 6:36 PM
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A candle was lit by Mr. & Mrs. TJ Bowman on February 1, 2017 6:33 PM
Message from Ed & Karen
February 1, 2017 6:09 PM

Tom & Val , so sorry to hear of the passing of Dakota , he was a really good person ....
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A candle was lit by Troy and Lori Alloggia on February 1, 2017 6:06 PM
Message from Jody Taylor Pownall
February 1, 2017 5:26 PM

Val and Tom so sorry for the loss of your son.God bless
Message from Sandra Spencer
February 1, 2017 5:24 PM

I am so saddened to hear this news. My heart is breaking for you both.
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A candle was lit by Rosean Davis on February 1, 2017 4:35 PM
Message from RoseannDavis
February 1, 2017 4:34 PM

So sorry for your loss
Message from linda sural chappell
February 1, 2017 4:20 PM

I am so sorry about Dakota. It is very heartbreaking. I know nothing but good about him. God bless
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A candle was lit by linda sural chappell on February 1, 2017 4:16 PM
Message from Walter and Francie Gross
February 1, 2017 3:44 PM

Dear Tom and Val, we are so deeply sorry for the loss of your son, Dakota. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Francie and Walt
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A candle was lit by Debbie Northcraft on February 1, 2017 1:41 PM
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