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CALLIE CAVANAUGH Obituary
She was born on Dec. 1, 2008, the daughter of Kevin and Michelle (Kreger) Cavanaugh. Callie was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church. She attended Schick Elementary School and loved her school, teachers, and friends. Callie had two loyal miniature golden doodles, Sadie and Lola, who remained at her side.
She was Williamsport Sun Gazette Person of the Year for 2017 for acts of kindness and for her bravery. A yearly memorial award will be established by the family for a student exhibiting these same qualities. Callie was a spokes child for Children's Cancer Research Fund and helped to raise millions of dollars by sharing her story and had thousands of followers and supporters in The Great Cycle Challenge through this organization. She provided gift cards and toys to other families with a child with cancer at Geisinger Pediatric Oncology. A memorial healing garden is being established through generous support of friends of Callie's Crew and will be available for years to come for the community to enjoy.
Callie is survived by her parents; three brothers, Cole, Chase and Cy Cavanaugh, all of Williamsport; paternal grandparents, Grant and Carol Cavanaugh of Wellsboro, maternal grandparents, Stephen and Catherine Kreger of Morris, grandmother, Jacqueline Forer of Williamsport; great-grandmother, Dorothy Kreger of Wellsboro, great-grandmother, Ruth Forer of Muncy; Uncle Keith Cavanaugh of Wellsboro; Uncle Robert and Aunt Kate Kreger of Morris; cousins, Taylor, Abbye, and Brenna Cavanaugh, Emily, Gage, Luke, Shelli Kreger; numerous great aunts, uncles and extended cousins.
Services will be private at St. Ann Catholic Church, 1220 North Way Rd., Williamsport, with the Rev. John Victoria as celebrant. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Children's Cancer Research Fund, 7301 Ohms Lane, Suite 355, Minneapolis, MN 55439; Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House, 3925 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; Make a Wish Foundation of PA, Professional Arts Building, 327 N Washington Ave. #501, Scranton, PA 18505; or Callie's Cares Fund, 1770 McConnell Dr., Williamsport, PA 17701.
Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, is assisting the family. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com
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Memories and Condolences
for CALLIE CAVANAUGH
April 13, 2018
Kevin, Michelle and family, We wanted you to know that our love and prayers have been and will continue to be with you. Love, George and Ronnie West
Elane Kriner Gernert
April 11, 2018
Dear Kevin and Michelle, Steve and Jackie,
So sorry to hear about your beloved Callie, my heart breaks for you and your families loss. She is now a precious angel and pain free and can watch over you for many years to come. Prayers for you and your family. Elaine Kriner Gernert
Kimberly Green
April 11, 2018
Callie was a special little girl. Prayers and love to the family, and strength of faith... We will see her again someday in heaven
Rebecca Steer
April 11, 2018
Kevin, Michelle and family. Praying for peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
April 10, 2018
Kevin and Michelle and family,
I know I haven't seen you since you was a little girl, but I have never forgot your wonderful, who was our neighbor, I was so sorry to hear of your loss, it's never easy. We lost a daughter years ago, but you have such fond memories, remember that. R.I.P. Callie Marilyn Taynton Messner
Charlie Jacobson
April 10, 2018
I am so sad to read this news. I will pray for your families comfort.
Dave and Kay Cooper
April 10, 2018
Michelle, Kevin and Family. Callie was one brave and special little girl. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love to all.
Diane Morseman
April 10, 2018
RIP Callie prayers for the family and No pain Fly high angel
Dick & Linda Hastings
April 9, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, at this sad time. May God continue to bless you and your family.One more angel watching over us all.
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