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Jimmy Dawes Obituary


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DAWES, Jimmy D. age 46, of Dayton, passed away on Wednesday August 17, 2011. He was born on November 4, 1964 to Sonny Dawes and Linda Sue Caudill. Jimmy is preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Hal Caudill. In addition to his father, Jimmy is his son, Jimmy D. Dawes, Jr.; his girl for life, Selina Roe-Dawes; 6 step children, Antonio, Morgan, Genean, Mark , Monae and Monique; two grandbabies, Amya and Zhymier; 3 sisters, Sherry Jo, Stephanie and Lisa; 3 brothers, Hal (Dusty) ,Greg and Darrell; 3 nephews, Dylan, Devan and Donovan; cousins, Big Fred and Lil Fred; close friends, Jackie, Princess, Boomer; a host of other family members and good friends. Jimmy had a deep love for The Dayton Salvation Army. The organization played an important part of turning his life around and he was very thankful for their support. In place of flowers, it is Jimmy's request that donations be made in the form of clothing to the Salvation Army. A funeral service will be held on Monday August 22, 2011 at 11:00 am at the new Ray Kroc Center, 1000 N. Keowee St, where the family will receive friends for one hour prior from 10:00-11:00 am. Burial will take place at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery. To send the family a special message, please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News from Aug. 19 to Aug. 21, 2011.

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w cobbins

September 4, 2011

Jimmy my heart goes out to your family, i know ur in a better place and free from all the pain. You will be missed, im sadded by the fact im just now hearing about this!

Donnie Miller

August 29, 2011

Jimmy was a classmate of mine at WWHS. His smile and laugh were infectious. Jimmy had a way of making everyone laugh. He was a good man. RIP Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Crystal Crouch

August 25, 2011

RIP JD

Crystal crouch & family

Roy Roark

August 25, 2011

So sorry to hear of Jimmy passing. I remember him from WW. He was a great help with the football team. He was a great friend to everyone who knew him. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family

vanessa

August 25, 2011

in my prayers

lisa antrican

August 24, 2011

This is a very sad time for my family but getting on here and reading all the nice things people say about jimmy give just a little bit of peace knowing that he in fact did help alot of people in his short time here on earth and he most deffinatly will be missed by alot of people thank all you for all your support thru this hard time..My uncle was a great man to alot of people sometimes just random people he did not even know and he cared a great deal about the salvation army and gave them alot of credit for who he had become he also worked very hard for donations to come thru there so please please please when ever you have anything someone else can use that you cant anymore please donate it that meant alot to my uncle. R.I.P. UNCLE JIMMY I LOVE YOU AND ALWAYS WILL WERE GONNA MISS MORE THEN YOU COULD EVER KNOW

Wendy Miller

August 24, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...

but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.

Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.



Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.

Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,

God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."



It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.

As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.

I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.

There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."



God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.

And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.

God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.



When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years

because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.

But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.



I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.

But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.

But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.

I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.



There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;

but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.

It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...

that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.



If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,

then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."

And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,

knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.



So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,

just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.

When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.



And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,

remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

~Author~

Ruth Ann Mahaffey

jason myroth

August 23, 2011

Im gonna miss u jimmy!!! you will forever be in my heart. this pain runs deep for me and alot of others. i love and miss ya big dawg!!

Butch & Edie Williams

August 23, 2011

There are no words that can ease or take away the loss,hurt and pain that many feel right now but please try to remember the good things and the happy times that made him who he was and take comfort in knowing that Jimmy made a positive impact in many lives after he made the choice to turn his own life around and wanted to help others because he had been there,done that, We've known him many years and must say he was always the same everyday where it counts...His Heart and living a life that mattered,His girl Selena,being a family man,a dad, a son,a brother ,a friend .Rest in Peace Jimmy and May God help comfort the hearts of your many family,friends and loved ones

Bethany Huelsman

August 22, 2011

My prayers go out to Jimmy's family. I've only known Jimmy the past 5 years as I was blessed to work with him at the Salvation Army. He became a dear friend. I know God will bless his family and continue to use Jimmy's testimony to save others.

charleen and nate chambers-smith

August 21, 2011

our prayers go out to you and your family.. we are very sorry for your loss.. and time will heal..

Amber Forsythe Wrobel

August 21, 2011

Jimmy you were a big part of my childhood and a great cousin. I am deeply saddened by your passing, God just got a great man. Love you Jimmy, give nanny and Hal kisses from Amber. Love Amber and Family

Gay McBride

August 21, 2011

Sonny & family, I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing...my thoughts and my prayers are with all of you. God is with you and will give you strength that will help to ease your pain. Sonny, Jimmy is up there with Rob now and they will watch over us for the rest of our lives...they are our angels now. Love, Gay-Gay McBride

Brenda Young

August 21, 2011

Selena and children,you are all in my prayers.He loved ya'll so much and now he will watch over you from above.He was a great man and an even greater friend.

Gary & Sandy Bland

August 21, 2011

JD;Goodbye to a longtime Friend...We have known Jimmy for at least 35 yrs..Our Deceased son(MICHAEL)thought there was no one like JD..Our Heartfelt Prayers go out to the FAMILY of JD..May JIMMY RIP...GARY & SANDY BLAND.DAYTON,OHIO...

August 20, 2011

Jimmy, you will deeply missed. My prayers go out to your family and loved ones. But we all know you will always be with us and watching over us. Rest in Peace.

Steve & Patty Bennett

ron&candy pannell

August 20, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Angela Rigby

August 20, 2011

I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Jimmy's passing. All of us grew up in the same neighborhood and I can remember Jimmy as a boy, just like it was yesterday. May God comfort you during this time of loss. Angela (Lee) Rigby and the Lee Family

greg caudill

August 20, 2011

With love!!! God bless you!! Love, Greg, Cindy, Josh, Gregory Caudill.

Bernadette Good Samaritan Hospital

August 19, 2011

My sincere condolences to the Dawes family.

scott oberle

August 19, 2011

Miss you and love you old friend!

lisa lewis

August 19, 2011

jimmy you have been a part of our family since we were very little kids and you will truly be missed and we love you very much

August 19, 2011

Jimmy we will all miss you. It is what it is, Jimmy. Love you. My prayers go out to Little Jimmy and the family during this time.
Debbie Davis

rickey culberson

August 19, 2011

jimmy, i will miss you dearly ,but you will always be with me and always in my heart and i will never forget the good times we had and what you give me to carry on in my life!! love you jimmy!! rest in peace!!

rickey culberson

August 19, 2011

miss you jimmy!!!

August 19, 2011

Jimmy, you will be missed. As long as J.D. is here a part of you will always be here. My prayers go out to the family. Betsy Smith Ruth

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