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Brody Wallace Stephens

December 19, 2008 ~ April 29, 2017 (age 8) 8 Years Old
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A candle was lit by emma on May 22, 2023 5:20 PM
Message from Kori Buster
August 3, 2017 6:06 PM

We miss you brody. Fly high my friend.

#BRODYSTRONGFOREVER
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A candle was lit by Kori Buster on August 3, 2017 6:03 PM
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A candle was lit by Mary and Mike Pardue on May 8, 2017 3:27 PM
Love and God bless to all of you
Message from Charlotte Patrick, Powell, WY
May 8, 2017 10:39 AM

Sending prayers to and your family today and in the days to come. May God's comforting love embrace you. May the presence of loving friends and family sustain you.
Message from Carol Fowler
May 7, 2017 3:37 PM

Today, I watched a beautiful tribute to Brody, who touched so many of our lives. May your memories give you comfort and peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Message from The Rodebeck Family
May 7, 2017 3:28 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Holding you close in our hearts today and in the days to come.

Keith, Laura, Karli, and Kyle Rodebeck
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A candle was lit by The Rodebeck Family on May 7, 2017 3:25 PM
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A candle was lit by Misty Deaton and family on May 7, 2017 1:05 AM
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A candle was lit by Shannon, Brian, Kennedy and Kerrigan Ulmer on May 6, 2017 1:21 PM
Message from Shannon Tighe
May 6, 2017 1:20 PM

Celia and family,
There are no words. I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless Brody.
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A candle was lit by Sally Powell on May 6, 2017 12:50 AM
Message from Rick and Kim Sanders
May 5, 2017 10:51 AM

Jason, Celia, and Boys, Our deepest sympathies are with you. Brody was a shining light that will now light Heaven with his beautiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you forever.
Message from SH
May 5, 2017 10:49 AM

I am very sorry for your lost. May the words found in Jeremiah 29:11 comfort you. It tells us that our loving God wants us to have peace and not calamity, he wants us to have a future and a hope free from sickness and death. Jesus said to the evil doer, "you will be with me in paradise." This future includes a resurrection of all those who have died.  We will be reunited with our families under paradisiac conditions. May these words comfort you as they have me.
 
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A candle was lit by Rick and Kim (House) Sanders on May 5, 2017 10:49 AM
Message from Janet Godby
May 5, 2017 8:03 AM

Dear Celia, You may not remember me; I taught business classes at Blue River Career Center when your mother was the Assistant Director there. As Brody has battled his various health battles, he and your family have been in our prayers, as they continue to be now. May you find peace in knowing that he is at peace.
Sincerely, Janet Godby
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A candle was lit by Donna (Vierling) Daniels on May 5, 2017 12:13 AM
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A candle was lit by Jenn, Dane, Cole, Ava and Addie Pipenger on May 4, 2017 8:20 PM
Message from Sharon Knecht Burton
May 3, 2017 1:38 PM

Celia, Jason and boys- I am so sadden to hear of Brody's passing. What an inspiration he was to many people. In my eyes he is a true Warrior. My prayers to you and your family. God Bless you all and Brody.
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A candle was lit by Mark and Jean-Ann Lux on May 3, 2017 12:52 PM
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A candle was lit by Maria & Kevin Moore on May 3, 2017 1:35 AM
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A candle was lit by Soph M. on May 2, 2017 11:08 PM
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A candle was lit by Reba Tennell on May 2, 2017 10:24 PM
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A candle was lit by Thoughts and Prayers for the family on May 2, 2017 10:22 PM
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A candle was lit by Charles & Brenda O'Connor. on May 2, 2017 10:09 PM
Message from Dee Burke
May 2, 2017 9:28 PM

So very sorry for your loss. While we sometimes have no answers for "why" just know your son touched so many, it appears he had a purpose in his short life we may not understand.
Message from Valorie
May 2, 2017 9:23 PM

May God bless and comfort yall's family.
His journey is complete, he was special to God..
and all that loved him.
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A candle was lit by Valorie Taylor on May 2, 2017 9:20 PM
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A candle was lit by Michele Everhart on May 2, 2017 8:23 PM
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A candle was lit by Michele Everhart on May 2, 2017 8:23 PM
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A candle was lit by Allen, Kelley, Emily and Amanda Brinson on May 2, 2017 7:46 PM
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A candle was lit by Jay, Denise, Lilly, Celia and Colin Boring on May 2, 2017 7:04 PM
Message from Tony And Sandy Bennett
May 2, 2017 6:50 PM

Jason ,Celia, we Are Sorry For Your Loss !🙏
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A candle was lit by Tony and Sandy Bennett on May 2, 2017 6:46 PM
Message from Emily Ketner
May 2, 2017 6:41 PM

So sorry for your loss. Though we have never met your family will be in my thoughts & prayers. God bless.
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A candle was lit by Sharon Hammond, prayers to all for peace on May 2, 2017 6:40 PM
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A candle was lit by Emily Ketner on May 2, 2017 6:39 PM
Message from Joni Moore
May 2, 2017 5:12 PM

As a mother of 3, and a daughter who is 8 years old attending New Pal schools, my heart truly breaks for your family. May God keep you and give you a peace that can only come from him! From our family to yours we are praying!
Message from Carol Bruns
May 2, 2017 3:39 PM

Followed the story of Brody in the Indy Star. Be assured that people all over Indiana are praying for you and your family. You are an inspiration to us...GOD BLESS....
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A candle was lit by Pat Harness on May 2, 2017 3:09 PM
Message from Dominic Lanham
May 2, 2017 2:43 PM

Brody you a true warrior for all the fight you've had gone through i will miss you brody i'll see you soon
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A candle was lit by Dominic Lanham on May 2, 2017 2:42 PM
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A candle was lit by The Tillison Family on May 2, 2017 1:12 PM
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A candle was lit by Amy Holzer, Gabby and Hannah Thomas on May 2, 2017 1:01 PM
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A candle was lit by Sarah & Kyle O'Donnell on May 2, 2017 12:53 PM
Message from Gloria Hamilton and my daughters Abbie 5, Autumn 4 and my husband Kevin
May 2, 2017 11:59 AM

My name is Gloria and I am a Family Life Pastor in Dunkirk IN. I do not know you but I just read this post and I want to say how sorry I am for your loss. No words fill that void left in your heart but I am praying for you right now, as i type this. My girls prayed for you too. Hang on to Jesus to pull you through this valley, He will be with you. He understands.
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A candle was lit by Tina Shelton-Ash on May 2, 2017 11:55 AM
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A candle was lit by Erin Lung on May 2, 2017 11:09 AM
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A candle was lit by Dick & Linda Phares on May 2, 2017 10:44 AM
So sorry for your loss. God got another angel.
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A candle was lit by Elaine Goble Carlton on May 2, 2017 10:00 AM
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A candle was lit by Nancy Care - Goodland, IN on May 2, 2017 9:43 AM
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A candle was lit by Penny Myers, Riley hospital on May 2, 2017 8:27 AM
Message from Facebook
May 2, 2017 8:12 AM

To the parents of Brody, I am so sorry for your loss of such a strong and brave little boy. I can't even begin to feel your pain. I never met Brody just followed his journey thru a friend. May God give you the strength to get thru this unbelievable time. RIP little Brody.
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A candle was lit by Eddie and Tracey Williams on May 2, 2017 8:11 AM
Message from The Compassionate Friends
May 2, 2017 7:50 AM

Dear Family:
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Brody’s passing.
The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family.
We meet monthly on the first Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main St, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Thursday at the Epworth United Methodist, 6450 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46220.
If and when you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings.
We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.

The Compassionate Friends
Central Indiana Chapter
(317) 250-0351 (Jodie)
www.tcfcentralindiana.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
larry.gardner@tcfcentralindiana.org
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A candle was lit by Emily Frazier on May 2, 2017 7:36 AM
Message from Randy, Gradyn, Brendyn, and Kameron Rogers
May 2, 2017 7:24 AM

We send our heartfelt condolences with our thoughts and prayers. We pray God will hold and comfort you during this very difficult time. ❤️🎗✝️🏀
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A candle was lit by Gradyn Rogers and family on May 2, 2017 7:21 AM
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A candle was lit by Prayers and God bless on May 2, 2017 5:10 AM
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A candle was lit by Kimmy rogers on May 2, 2017 2:40 AM
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A candle was lit by Belinda Bell Saad on May 2, 2017 12:59 AM
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A candle was lit by Bethann Potter on May 2, 2017 12:05 AM
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A candle was lit by Margo n Frank Harczynsli on May 1, 2017 11:52 PM
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A candle was lit by Scott & Valarie Pickett on May 1, 2017 11:15 PM
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A candle was lit by Gary, Brandi, and Camille Harris on May 1, 2017 11:14 PM
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A candle was lit by Kim Jensen and Saleah on May 1, 2017 10:43 PM
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A candle was lit by Maggie Scott on May 1, 2017 10:43 PM
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A candle was lit by Jill Mayer on May 1, 2017 10:37 PM
Message from Jill Mayer
May 1, 2017 10:35 PM

Dear Stephens family: Celia, Eli, Ian, Aidan and Jason,

My deepest sympathies are sent out to you at this time. I have been praying for you all and think of you all the time. My condolences.

Much love,


Mrs. Jill Mayer
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A candle was lit by Rip sweet angel on May 1, 2017 10:26 PM
Message from sue chappelow
May 1, 2017 10:17 PM

My thoughts and prayers to your family. Heaven just gained another angel. R.i.P. little man
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A candle was lit by Steffani and Rob Morrow on May 1, 2017 10:16 PM
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A candle was lit by Ben and Sandy Clair on May 1, 2017 10:14 PM
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A candle was lit by Grant, Laura and Brittany Hamner on May 1, 2017 10:02 PM
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A candle was lit by Brian and Jennie Stilts on May 1, 2017 8:58 PM
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A candle was lit by Paul, Andrea, Cassidy, Olivia and Connor Shauck on May 1, 2017 8:44 PM
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A candle was lit by The O'Dell Family on May 1, 2017 8:39 PM
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A candle was lit by Judy. Buster and family on May 1, 2017 8:37 PM
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A candle was lit by Daniel Skora on May 1, 2017 8:29 PM
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A candle was lit by Daniel Skora on May 1, 2017 8:29 PM
Message from Daniel Skora
May 1, 2017 8:27 PM

I had been following Brody's story through the Meade family and through the page for years. My heart is broken for you all. I finally got to meet him last year in the Child Life Zone a few times and again in his room for some play therapy. I am glad to have spent time with such a spunky, wonderful, heartwarming little boy. I wish I had a picture to share. Sending love to your family and close friends.

I can't believe you're gone. Fly high, buddy. As high as you can. You lit up the world. You impacted way more lives and inspired way more people than you'll ever know. I hope that the Warriors go all the way for you this year. I will be up in the sky on a plane visiting you on Sunday. <3

Daniel
Message from India and Jeff Owens
May 1, 2017 8:24 PM

Jason and family,
As you know our family has suffered the loss of a child twice and there are no words that can fill the hole in your world. I hate that you all are going through this. Hang on to your family and focus on the good times. That little guy certainly made a lot of incredible memories for you to look back on. Love India and Jeff
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A candle was lit by Clint on May 1, 2017 8:20 PM
Message from Arlene Parker,WHS Counselor
May 1, 2017 8:19 PM

I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Brady. May your family, friends and faith sustain you during this difficult time.
Sending prayers and blessings to the Stephens Family.

Arlene Parker
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A candle was lit by Patrick & Jennifer Ault on May 1, 2017 8:14 PM
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A candle was lit by Wayne & Charlet Bennett on May 1, 2017 8:06 PM
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A candle was lit by NANCY AND RAYMOND COLLIE on May 1, 2017 8:05 PM
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A candle was lit by Debby McLeod and Family on May 1, 2017 8:03 PM
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A candle was lit by James and Angela Schmid and family Fly high little man on May 1, 2017 7:50 PM
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A candle was lit by The Hounshell family on May 1, 2017 7:50 PM
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A candle was lit by Jason, Michelle, Emma Wheelhouse on May 1, 2017 7:47 PM
Message from Wes and Tracey Hill
May 1, 2017 7:39 PM

Our deepest sympathy and may God Bless your family. Brody's journey showed us how to fight and encouragement. He will always be remembered. May God bring you peace and comfort to all over these difficult days.
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A candle was lit by Lisa and Allen Lay on May 1, 2017 7:39 PM
Message from Eddie and Joanie Thomas
May 1, 2017 7:33 PM

Jason & Celia,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss So many lives were touched by Brody and what a brave young man he was. He will be remembered in years to come. How comforting to know he is in the arms of Jesus and he's not suffering anymore. Continued prayers for your healing.
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A candle was lit by Eddie and Joanie Thomas on May 1, 2017 7:28 PM
Message from Sara Jane Haehl
May 1, 2017 7:26 PM

Dear Celia, Jason, Mike, Lynn, and Brody's brothers: My thoughts and deepest sympathy goes to you. Brody was such a trooper. He will always be remembered for his love of life and basketball. He had such a positive attitude and was such a fighter. May God bless you and be with you. He will always hold a special place in the hearts of all who knew him. God's speed. Much love, Sara Jane
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A candle was lit by Debbie Roller BeDell on May 1, 2017 7:15 PM
Message from Terri brown
May 1, 2017 7:14 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss
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A candle was lit by From William and terri brown and family shelbyville indiana on May 1, 2017 7:13 PM
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A candle was lit by Dayna and Jason Kistler on May 1, 2017 7:02 PM
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A candle was lit by Larry and Carol Ricketts on May 1, 2017 6:54 PM
So sorry to hear of your son Brody's passing. He was here such a short time but he made such a big impact. God bless your family.
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A candle was lit by Amanda and Clayton on May 1, 2017 6:47 PM
Message from Shelley Snyder
May 1, 2017 6:43 PM

Jason, Celia and boys, I am so sorry for the loss of your brave little man. He touched so many lives and has been such a positive influence for so many people. Prayers for all of you.
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A candle was lit by The Riggs family on May 1, 2017 6:43 PM
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A candle was lit by Shelley and Tim Snyder on May 1, 2017 6:41 PM
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A candle was lit by Troy and Julie Merrick on May 1, 2017 6:41 PM
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A candle was lit by Susan (Chesebrough) Powers on May 1, 2017 6:39 PM
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A candle was lit by The Sharp Family on May 1, 2017 6:35 PM
Message from Greg and Janna Zobel
May 1, 2017 6:34 PM

Jason and Celia

Deepest of sympathies to you. Jason, many of the Waldron people have said it best. I am sure Phyliss is yelling at the referees while watching Heaven's newest basketball player.
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A candle was lit by The Sharp Family on May 1, 2017 6:34 PM
The Stephens family is in our prayers and hearts. It was our privilege and honor to know him.
Message from Brenda Willey
May 1, 2017 6:33 PM

My deepest sympathy is with all of the family. Brody has been in so many of my families prayers. We have kept track of his progress through Ron as we attend the same church. God will bless you and help get you through some of the most difficult times. Keep faith in him.
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A candle was lit by Jeff, Kathy and Hank Johnson on May 1, 2017 6:25 PM
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A candle was lit by Tricia,sam, and Alec Booth on May 1, 2017 6:23 PM
Message from Shannon and Jon Kamp
May 1, 2017 6:19 PM

Celia and Jason,
Brody and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers daily. He was an amazing little boy with spunk and fight. His smile lit up a room. You will continue to be in my prayers with each passing day. My condolences to your family.
Message from Sharon Wheeler
May 1, 2017 6:19 PM

Celia, words cannot express how saddened I am for you and the boys. My prayers are with you and the family. I'm here if you need me. Much love.
Sharon Wheeler
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A candle was lit by Nancy Swartz on May 1, 2017 6:18 PM
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A candle was lit by The Kamp Family on May 1, 2017 6:15 PM
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A candle was lit by Holly Fields, Gavin, Garrett, & Sienna Shaw on May 1, 2017 6:11 PM
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A candle was lit by Tina Crouch Nance on May 1, 2017 6:09 PM
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A candle was lit by Dara @ (Riley). on May 1, 2017 6:04 PM
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A candle was lit by Shanna on May 1, 2017 6:03 PM
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A candle was lit by Steve Bushfield on May 1, 2017 5:53 PM
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A candle was lit by Michelle kaster and family on May 1, 2017 5:46 PM
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A candle was lit by Kaitlynn and Taylor Coon on May 1, 2017 5:22 PM
Message from Dee and Jim Perkins
May 1, 2017 2:45 PM

Celia....Jim and I continue to keep you and your family in our hearts and prayers at this sad time of Brody's passing.
Message from Dean and Karen Beckner and Family
May 1, 2017 1:38 PM

Dear Celia and Jason- No words can express how sorry we are for your loss of your precious son Brody. Please know that we are keeping you and your family in our prayers and thoughts.
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