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Devon Cunningham Obituary

Devon Leigh Cunningham, 13, Carbondale, Kan., passed away Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2009. She was born Oct. 2, 1995, in Topeka. Devon fought cystic fibrosis for all her 13 years and did a wonderful job! She conquered living daily life with it. Devon was a student at Overbrook Attendance Center. On Aug. 26, 2004, she received a new liver and was an exceptional success story. She recovered with remarkable speed. Devon received her new lungs on May 1, 2009. She was released to the St. Louis area 17 days after her transplant. She had five short weeks out of the hospital until an acute rejection finally ended her life on earth. Devon loved family, her friends and her dogs. Survivors include her mother, Chastity Cunningham; her dad, Chad Masters; brothers and sisters, Kurstin, Shaylea, T.J., Kayleigh, Caleb and Hubie Slagle; cousins, Hayden, Chaysen, Jacob, Sierra and Jada; aunts, Chelsie, Michelle, Driesst and Bobbi Jo Harriss; uncles, Shane, Colby and Joe; grandparents, Hazel and Sam McAdams, Richard and Debra Cunningham, Sr.; great grandparents, Ruby and Dean Nelson, Ben McAdams and Imogene Cunningham; and all those whose lives she touched. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Rd, Topeka KS 66614. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Dollars for Devon and can be left at the State Bank of Carbondale or with the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.kevinbrennanfamily.com

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Published by Kansas City Star on Aug. 26, 2009.

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Jessica Rosine

August 28, 2009

Chasity,
I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of Devon. I always enjoyed hearing the updates of her and seeing her hanging out with you at Caseys. She fought for 13 years and what a brave girl she was. Now you need to take some of that fight she had and use it for yourself to help you get through this horrible time. It will not be easy and somedays it will feel impossible but on those days remember that she is smiling down at you and watching over you. May God help carry you through this and know that we are all behind you and will remain that way.

wendi alejos

August 27, 2009

Chastity, Hazel, and Sam: I am terribly sorry that we were not able to attend the services on Sat. We love and miss Devon so much. My heart and soul are aching for you guys back home. I wish I had never left. We will be thinking of you on Sat. and having our own private memorial for Dev. here in AZ. Love wendi and jake.... Devon was the daughter I never had. Sis is my bff and sister.

Tiffany (Rogers) Teems

August 26, 2009

Chasity and family,

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

terry cook

August 26, 2009

Hazel, Glenda and Jody
I am sure sorry to learn about this. Hope you all are doing well. Sorry this young girl passed so incredibly young.

Gayle Rice

August 26, 2009

Dicky my love and thoughts are with you and Aunt Imogene I love you both.If you need me let your mom know.

August 26, 2009

To the Family of Devon:

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

We will always hold precious Devon in our hearts.

Angie
Kathy
Brandy

"The Cooks" at OAC

Heidi Allen (Anderson)

August 26, 2009

Chasity,
I am so sorry to hear about Devon. I am thinking about you during this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you right now, and I hope and pray that all your memories bring you comfort in this time.

August 26, 2009

Chastity and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss! From what I have read Devon was a wonderful, strong young person that touched so many hearts, made so many friends, and had so much love and kindness to share with everyone. I know you have wonderful memories that you will remember forever! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!

Linda Vacca

Misty {McMillan} Shumate

August 26, 2009

Chasity you had a fighter for 13 years of her life. Now she can be healthy and watch over you and take care of the ones with her now. You are in my thoughts and prayers keep her memories alive and joyful.

Amy Sweet

August 26, 2009

It is hard to believe. I still look for Devon outside, playing with my dog.Tippy looks for her when she hears kids next door. We are so saddened by her passing. Devon was wise beyond her years and was such an inspiration to all who knew her. What a brave fighter. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and with Devon. We will miss her dearly.

Amy Sweet, Case, and Tippy.

Linda & Dick Douglass

August 26, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Tanya

August 26, 2009

I did not know Devon or her family but I knew one like hers and that was mine. My niece had cystic fibrosis and also fought long and hard. She was an angel on this earth as I am sure Devon was. I know my niece Jenny is with her now and comforting her and her family. We all share in your loss. God Bless you all.

Linda Sonnenmoser

August 26, 2009

Sam and Hazel,

We were so sadden to hear about your loss of Devon. You and your family are in our prayers, that you may find comfort in your memories. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.

Ken and Linda

BECKY MEWMAW

August 24, 2009

CHASTIDY- DEVON TOUCHED MY LIFE. WHAT AN INSPERATION SHE WAS TO ALL THE OTHER CHILDREN AT CHILDREN'S MERCY OR ANYPLACE FOR THAT MATTER. HER COURAGE, SPIRIT, SMILE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED! MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD SEND YOU COMFORT AND STRENGTH NOW AND IN THE FUTURE.

Janet Hall

August 24, 2009

Chastity and Family,

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort.

Janet (Roberts) Hall

Diana Mowery

August 22, 2009

Chastity and family, Devon was a beautiful girl and a strong fighter. She was amazing and touched so many lives. I can not express the sadness I feel at hearing she passed. May God give you strength and guidance to overcome your sadness and enjoy the wonderful memories of such a vibrant beautiful young lady.

Diana Mowery

Wendy, Russ and Adam Schmolzi

August 22, 2009

We would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of Devon’s family and friends. She was a beautiful force to be reckoned with on 6H and we were so lucky to have had shared memories with her there. It is without doubt that her spirit is now truly free and able to soar as high and as big as her dreams were here on earth. Devon will forever live in our hearts. We pray that peace touches you through these sad times and allows your memories to be joyful.

With love,
Wendy, Russ and Adam Schmolzi

Steph Myrick

August 21, 2009

Devon was such as a sweet little girl. She was so strong and dealt with everything handed to her with so much courage. I will always remember her cute little face with all those freckles. Thinking of you Chastity. Our prayers are with you.
Jeff, Steph Myrick & Family

Julie Cipolla

August 21, 2009

Chastity and family,

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You will be in my prayers and thoughts.

Paul(Ridinger)Cipolla and Julie Chiles Cipolla

ashley alber

August 21, 2009

chasity and family,
im unable to express the sadness my heart is feeling i have lost a sister without a doubt! I looked up to devon greatly as we grew together and became friends over the years in our hospital stays i have always considered her my hero i know without a doubt i can tackle my cf with the same strength,courage and conviction she did! The way she faced all she endured is so incredible to me she will forever be my guardian angel! Please stay in contact with me your just as much my family as she was i love you all and my prayers are with you! If there is ever anything you need please feel free and let me know! all my love~ashley alber

Kathy Denton

August 21, 2009

Devon's personality and spirit will remain on 6H. She was such a sweet, ornery, wonderful young lady.Devon will be missed greatly by all of the nurses and care assistants whom had the privilege of taking care of her. I will miss her smile, her cute giggle and her quick wit. My heartfelt sympathy to Devon's family. You all have been in my thoughts.

Brandi Scroggin

August 21, 2009

Chasidy and family,

Im so sorry for your loss,Devon was an amazing young girl and showed me that there is always a bright side to things. It was a blessing to have known her.If you need anything thing at all we are here for you.
Becky,Brandi&Randy

Julia Roberts-Downing

August 21, 2009

REMEMBER

Devon,
It's not fair
That you have left us
soo soon.

We miss you
soo much it hurts.
I want to see your
Bright shining face,
Again.

Full of Life and Joy.

No more.

My heart aches,
and I just want to scream,
" IT'S NOT FAIR..GIVE HER BACK!!"
up to the heavens.
Now you are there...
A beautiful angel
outshining them all.

Watch over us Devon.
We miss you dearly,
and we will see you
again.

Until then we will
keep you in the safest place
we have...
Our Hearts.
Loving, Missing, Remembering You
ALWAYS.

August 21, 2009

To Our Dear Old Friends amd Neighbors,
We are deeply saddened at Devon's passing and the grief you all must (again) endure now. Devon was such a sweet little girl and a true credit to the goodness of her mom and grandparents. We think of you constantly and pray for some true comfort and rest for all of you.
We Love You,
Tom, Deb, Racheal, Jake Petersen & kids

Miranda Long

August 21, 2009

Sammy and Hazel,
I am so very sorry, my heart is saddened and I will miss Devon. She was a bright light in a sometimes gloomy world and I am all the better to have known her.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and I love you both..if you need anything please let mom or I know.

August 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darcy Sund & family

Sharon & Mark Golden

August 21, 2009

Chastity, Sam, Hazel, and family,
Am so saddened to hear about Devon's passing..she was a delightful little girl and will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched..We all have another beautiful angel to watch over us and protect us. Loving and praying for you all.

August 21, 2009

Chassidy and family,

I am very sorry for your loss. Devon was a very beautiful girl. My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time in need.

Kim (Starkebaum) Ahlvers and family

Debbie Fox

August 21, 2009

Hazel & Sam,
My heart is broken and the pain is great, I prayed that this day would never be. You both are in my thoughts and prayers, if there is anything I can do, or if you need me to just be there for you please let me know.

August 21, 2009

The staff and students at Jardine Middle School are saddened deeply by the news of Devon's passing.She touched so many lives here and made many friends with our students. she is deeply missed and our thoughts are with you.

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