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Patrick Moore
November 10, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jeff Branson
November 5, 2009
I played hockey with Cullen for a season before he was later diagnosed. I will always remember the joy he brought to the locker room and on the ice. Although it was a long time ago, I don't recall a time when I saw Cullen not smiling. There was something extraordinary about Cullen that is too hard to explain, and which very few individuals have.
Kyle McConnell
October 27, 2009
I remember lifting weights with Cullen and a few other guys a couple times a week before school in 7th and 8th grade. I specifically remember one morning when Cullen brought his dad into the weight room with him. At a time in our lives where most of us thought we were too cool to be seen with our parents, Cullen was so proud to have his dad there to watch him and help him with his exercises. His usually big smile was at its biggest that one morning. Cullen never cared what anyone thought about him, he just lived life to the fullest. Cullen Kleftis is one of the most genuine people I have ever met, not to mention the most inspiring person as well. I think about you often, Cullen, only God knows how many lives you have touched. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
October 16, 2009
Coach Kleftis and family,
We are very sorry about the loss of you loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
The Maline Family
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Linda and Mark Abramski
October 15, 2009
Dear Kleftis Family,
Cullen was a friend of our son Steven. They met at Clarkson in their first semester and we had the privilege of having Cullen as a guest in our home for a day and a night this past summer. In the short time we were with Cullen it was readily apparent he was a very special young man. He was mature beyond his years and his smile was infectious. He was so engaging and comfortable to be around and I was so proud of my son for befriending such a wonderful young person. It was only after Cullen left for home that Steve told us he wouldn't be returning to Clarkson and that he had an illness that required him to stay close to home. We had no idea how ill he was. Cullen's passing has profoundly impacted my wife Linda and I. As we read the history of Cullen's illness, we are humbled by the strength and courage he exhibited. We can't begin to fathom the depth of your loss. God bless you all.
October 15, 2009
Dear Kleftis Family,
I didn't know your son, Cullen, but I didn't have to, so many people have told me what a great young many he was. He always made other people feel good, what a blessing. My son, Brendan went to school with Cullen, and is saddened by his loss, who isn't. May God Bless all of You.
With Deepest Sympathy
Debra-Chrobak-Graziano
Jim & Tace Popp
October 15, 2009
Bill and Sandy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this day. We are so honored to have known your family and Cullen; what a truely wonderful son you had and he will live on a bit in all of us. All those time picking him up and taking him to the hockey games was something Jim, Ryan and I will not forget he was so entertaining but always the voice of reason when Ry got down on himself! We have followed his story and see that he fought a great battle and never gave up-his strength was part of his makeup. His tatoo alone told us he was prepared and that should be comforting for all who knew him. May God bless you and your family and my you have comfort in knowing that you raised a wonderful young man.
With love!
Tim Orr
October 15, 2009
Bill, Sandy
I cannot fathom the heartache and pain this has caused, I hope never to have to feel like you do. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and that he is looking down on you from above.
Tim
Judy Johnson
October 15, 2009
Bill & Family,
How very sorry I was to hear of your son's passing! Please know he is in a better place. You are in the thoughts & prayers with many from Burnham!
October 14, 2009
CULLEN,
The best d-man a goalie could ever have.I will never forget you.
POPPER
Eric McCarthy
October 14, 2009
Deal Cullen,
I am so honored to have been one of your friends. I looked up to you more then you could have ever imagined. Your are the strongest hearted kid I have ever met and you will be with me and in my prayers for the rest of my life.
I miss you and i love you man..
Eric
Ben Powers
October 14, 2009
Cullen, I'll be missing you, you meant a lot to almost everyone in Clinton. Peace out and play safe up there
Elaine Manners
October 14, 2009
Dear Bill, Sandy and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. What a strong, wonderful son you had. He'll always be with you. My heart is broken. Give my love to Judy and your Mom. We love you all
sue shumway
October 14, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
October 14, 2009
Cullen you were one of the strongest people I know and one of the greatest. Through everything you've been through you always kept pushing. Your story will live on forever as you shall never be forgotten. I love you man and keep a cheeseburger waiting for me up there until I see you again.
October 13, 2009
There are those whose lives death cannot diminish. Their Love radiates forever in the hearts of friends and loved ones, and their light shines on in the lives they've touched. Cullen was that person to us at Marian Medical, who, even though we are heartbroken, feel so blessed to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. His neverending grin, legacy of courage and kindness will never be forgotten. Rest with the Angels, our dear friend, Cullen.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
With Heartfelt Sympathy and Love from your friends at Marian Medical,
Barbara, Betty, Mirela & Mary
October 13, 2009
If I had to describe Cullen to someone who'd never known of him, things like huge spirit, amazing soul, wise beyond years, full of positive energy and truely kind to the world around him would be the things I would say.
The world around us, was better because he was here. He not only amazed us all, but took the time to be there for others, in spite of how much he had to contend with physically and emotionally. We can all learn so much from someone whose time here was far too brief.
There are no words to say that can ease the pain we are all feeling. Prayers, thoughts and memories....
what an incredible young man.
I'll never hear that song "Bad to the Bone" without thinking of both Cullen, and that great singing Nolen did at the benefit.
Cullen, we will miss you terribly, now and always.
The Moccaldi's
Ben Bauer
October 13, 2009
Ill miss you, you will always be in my heart
Debbie Bray
October 13, 2009
Bill, Sandy, Shawna & Nolan
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Know that Cullen is in heaven and out of pain - you all have taken good care of him - now he is watching over you and caring for you. As time heals your memories of him will live with you forever and there will be smiles. God bless all of you!
Dawn Wise
October 13, 2009
Cullen was an excellant young man. He rode in my car to hockey practices with my son. I'll never forget how much he wanted to succeed and do well in everything he did. He couldn't understand why anyone would not want to be their best. He was smart, did well in school and pushed himself on the ice like nobody else I ever saw play hockey. An excellant excellant young man. The world is better for having had Cullen here. Now heaven is better also. Thank God we will see him again.
October 12, 2009
To Cullen's family, we are very sorry for your terrible loss. You must be very proud of such a fine young man. Our deepest sympathy, From the team at Physical Therapy in Manheim, PA.
October 12, 2009
I never knew Cullen personally. But I would see him walking in the hallways of Cedar Crest and his grin never showed how truly strong he was. I shudder to think of times when I thought I had it rough when your brilliant son was by far one of the strongest youths I have ever encountered.
Sincerely,
A fellow CCHS alumni
B Potena
October 12, 2009
Cullen was the most amazing person, and will continue to be inspiring to all who knew him. Our heavy hearts go out to you, as we pray that your memories of Cullen will bring you peace.
Samantha Atkins
October 12, 2009
I remember meeting Cullen in Ms. Domalakes' 7th grade class. I will never forget the laughs we shared with him and all of the friends he was always surrounded by. No matter what happened or how bad of a day I was having he could always make me smile. You will be missed, but your memories will live on forever. Love you, miss you and I will be seeing again.
Ann-Noelle Schwerin-Price
October 12, 2009
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Cullen, I "knew" him from "Antjude to CRiley" on the Osteosarcoma list. The shining light of love in your family was always evident, and Cullen was lucky to have all of you by his side. I lost my younger brother Jaime Schwerin, to Osteo just 6 months ago. While I certainly will not say I feel your pain, I am familiar with what you have gone through and what you are facing now. I wish you strength, peace, and send much love your way. Take comfort in the love you shared and know that love is forever. Ann-Noelle, sister to my beloved Jaime, osteo angel
Lindsay Galbraith
October 12, 2009
I had the BIGGEST crush on Cullen. Tall, pretty eyes, handsome, hockey player... what wasn't to love! I'll never forget at a 7th grade dance I made my friends go ask him if he would dance with me. I was too shy to ask for myself. He said yes and he was my very first slow dance. We danced to all my life by kc and jojo.
Cullen was such an amazing kid. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I bet hes up there playing hockey or hunting already. Pain free!
Mary Chris Jones
October 12, 2009
Good afternoon,
I am so sorry for your loss of this wonderful young man. I work at Clarkson University. I remember the day he came into my office (limping) and asked how he could join Hockey intermurals. No one would have ever known the battle he was fighting.Take comfort in the words you have written so well about your oldest child. I know that part of his spirit will be with all of you the rest of your lives.
Respectfully Submitted,
Mary Chris Jones
Norwood, NY
October 12, 2009
I've known Cullen since we met in 7th grade. I can honestly say he was one of a kind! He was by far one the strongest most inspirational person any of us will ever get the chance to meet, and for that we are lucky. My thoughts and prayers are with Cullens family. All of his fellow classmates are truely sorry for the loss.
Cassie Tirado
Joan Kaminski
October 12, 2009
Bill and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dawn SArig
October 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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