Dakota Ellis-Shumpis

Dakota was a heart filled person someone who could make everyone in the room laugh even if you were sad or mad it didn't matter he had the biggest heart I've ever seen in a person I'm gonna miss you so much and so won't you're newphews we miss you soooo much we love you dakota

What could I say about Dakota.. what cant I say. He could make you smile even when mad. He could make you laugh even when crying. He could make you enjoy anything you did, even when it was horrible. Have a list of things to do, he will see it and go do and complete some of what you need done. If not all of what you needed. He made a beautiful daughter with the love of his life and proud of them both.. they were his world. I could go forever about the memories and happiness he brought. I have...

Dakota was a student of mine When my husband had a stroke Dakota came to my house mowed the lawn. Painted and helped me get the house ready for him I couldn’t have done it without his help

Condolences to Brian, Candice, Travis, Leara and Family.
O God, whose mercies cannot be numbered: Accept our prayers on behalf of thy servant Dakota Ellis Shumpis and grant him an entrance into the land of light and joy, in the fellowship of thy saints; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

SAFELY HOME

I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
Oh so happy and so bright!
There...

I remember Dakota as an adorable and clever 6 or 7 year old when I worked for boces.

One particular memory that stands out to me was a gym class during which the students were seated on the floor and the gym teacher was outlining that day’s activity. Dakota got sidetracked, and when coach gently reminded him to stay focused, Dakota smiled his megawatt grin straight at her and said “I like your sweater.” She and all of the adults in the gymnasium couldn’t help but laugh. He...

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Brian, Candace & Travis you are all in my thoughts and prayers
Much Love