Marcus Allen Dawson

My prayers go out to the family and friends of Mr Marcus Dawson..."Oreo", it was a pleasure knowing you. Track season couldn't have been more fun without you as my pole vaulting buddy. I'm only sorry i didnt keep in touch like now i wish i would have.I know you're in a better place and I know you'll look in on those you love.You will truly be missed and forever remembered. ~God Bless~

I would like to thank all of our family and friends for all the prayers and support we have received during this time. It has helped us so much to know how loved Marcus was and how many lives he touched during his journey with us. I am very proud of the positive impact he has had on so many lives as well as what a "great" son he was. No parent could be more proud than I am for the man he became. He will always be missed and loved by us all but I know he would want us to remember his smile and...

There's just simply NO words that can COMPLETELY describe Marcus. To put it simply, he was one of the greatest young men to ever walk this earth and we ALL lost a piece of our hearts when my cousin "Oreo" left us. We'll miss you Marcus. My prayers and love go out to you, Aunt Peggy, Byrd, Ashley, and Grandma (and the rest of the family). I love you guys!
Love,
James

Marcus, I don't know where to start.... I am gonna miss u sooo much! I still can't believe that ur not with us anymore. I remember the long conversations we use to have and how I use to admire ur outlook on life and ur free spirit. U always made me smile, even when I didnt want to... :-)And even though Im deeply saddened because ur not with me anymore I feel as though ur still encouraging me to keep smiling so as ur looking down Marcus just know that everyday I'm smiling 4 u... :-) U were one...

My thoughts and prayers are with Marcus' family. Marcus was one of the most unique, intelligent, focused and polite young men I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He truly will be missed.

U WERE ONE OF A KIND AND IM GONNA MISS U TO THE FULLEST. I CANT BELIEVE UR GONE BUT I KNOW THAT UR IN A BETTER PLACE. I CHERISH THE TIMES WE SPENT TOGETHER AND WILL NEVER 4GET U. UR ONE OF THE BEST PEOPLE I KNEW. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO UR FAMILY WHOS HAVING A HARD TIME RIGHT NOW. U'LL NEVER BE 4GOTTEN. HOPE TO SEE U UP THERE SOMEDAY. MUCH LOVE AND MEMORIES.

My daughter was a classmate of Marcus and I will always remember him as one of the happiest, sweetest boys from her class. God Bless you and your family Marcus.

Dear Marcus,
I just now found out that you are no longer here with us, but you are in a much better place. Coach Lewis and I loved being your coaches. You always tried anything we asked you to do and you were a true overachiever. The pole vault is so difficult but you did it with such a great attitude. He and I talked about how you always said you were getting ready to go to Harvard...You are the type of young person that inspires me to continue teaching and coaching. For that, Marcus, I'm...