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Brother Gene
January 11, 2009
Cecil I miss you very much, mostly I'll miss the BIG BEAR HUGS! I've loved all the great times we've shared over all the years and all the wild adventures. Watch over all of us. To Scott, Laura, Zach and Ava, I will keep you all in my prayers. We'll all get to see him again.
Pam Bennett
January 6, 2009
Debbie and family,
It was a pleasure to have spent the weekend on Cecil's boat one weekend. It was so much fun and he was such a great host. I know what a generous guy he was and how he loved you all. He will truly be missed and is indeed a new star in the heavens. I am sorry for your loss.
Lance Tyson
December 29, 2008
Cecil,
You were a man of great distinction who loved his family dearly and held on to those ideals that keep families close. What a fantastic uncle you were. I always felt like I could call you for advice because whatever I was going through you'd probably seen it or lived it in some way already. Thank you for always being there form my mother. In remembrance to you, I'll always try to be kind to my fellow man, and to show strength when those in our family need it most.
My deepest sympathies go out to your son, my cousin Scott and his wife Laura and their children. May God watch over them as he does you during these difficult times in their lives.
In loving memory,
Your nephew, Lance Tyson
Randy Rice
December 29, 2008
To my other brother from another mother...I'll always remember the good times and the stories you've told. I'll miss you alot! May god bless you and keep you in OUR hearts forever.
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Joshua Tyson & Family
December 29, 2008
Uncle Cecil -
You brought Joy to not only your life, but others and that alone makes your life meaningfuly. Your laugh brought smiles to faces of everyone, your concern for others was from the heart, and you taught others to slow down based on your life. I will/have learned from you and promise to keep my family close with your son's. Give Jonnie a hug for me and Lance and make him laugh a lot in heaven. We'll do our best to do it "our way" down here..
"Sister" Debbie Rice
December 28, 2008
I love you Cecil! I miss you so terribly! Life without you here will be empty for me. You always made me MAD, HAPPY, SAD, EXCITED, LOVED just like a baby brother should. When you walked in a room it lit up and laughs always happened. I'm so proud of the family you have left for all of us to share. Scott, Laura, Zach and Ava, what a beautiful legacy you left behind. I will toast you everytime I'm at Dixie's, I will eat a banana cream pie for you everytime I'm at the Corner Cafe and I will talk to you everynight before I sleep. Until we meet again...I love you so very much!!!
Wilbur Jenkins
December 24, 2008
Scott and family, though we have never met I can tell you that I have many fond memories of your Dad. Our family always got together on July 4th for a big family reunion. Little Cecil, as we called him, and the rest of us always had a good time at these family events. I hadn't seen him in years but have fond memories that I won't forget. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Samantha Hughes
December 24, 2008
Although we didn't always see eye to eye, Cecil was a great guy. He will be missed.
Danny Payne
December 24, 2008
cecil is and will always be one of my dearest friends, he will be missed very much
Alan & Maureen Barr/Shafer
December 24, 2008
Cecil,
We are going to miss your smiling face, and your great heart. You always lit up the room whever you were at. Now who's going to let the dogs out? Love Always, Alan and Maureen
Jeff & Sabrina Jay
December 23, 2008
Cecil was always making someone smile as he will continue to do with all of our memories of him.
David Jenkins
December 23, 2008
Cecil was my cousin and even though I had not seen him in the last 25 years he will be missed we shared some very good times together in the late 1970S that I will never forget and I am remembering now like it was yesterday.
Jodi Weakley
December 23, 2008
Cecil was a great guy and will be missed by his fellow telephone resellers. My thoughts and prayers go out to Cecil's family during this sad time.
Jodi Weakley
River City Communications
Memphis, TN
Rick Hannam
December 23, 2008
To Cecil's Family,
When Cecil came to Des Moines he began working in an office where we shared space and he was near where I sat. Even though I hardly knew him, hearing him talk on the phone each day let me know what kind of person he was. He was a truly unique character. The kind of person that is so rare today. He spoke to his family often, his son, his sister, especially his mother. Almost daily I would hear him end the call with to her with "I love ya, Momma." To his son "give my grandbabies a hug". It warmed my heart. He will be missed greatly.
My condolences,
Mike Belcher
December 23, 2008
You will be missed "Big Man" You had a heart as big as Texas. It was great to know you and work with you. CJ you are truely one of a kind, and I know we will bump heads once again someday. I am happy to call you my friend, see you on the other side.
Kathy Brown
December 23, 2008
Cecil you were definately one of a kind. You loved to make other people happy and always had a big heart. I have fond memories of you teaching me how to play softball, and throwing left handed. I know how proud you are of Scott & his family and you made sure to mention it each time I saw you.
We will miss you!
Debbie Guyer
December 23, 2008
Cecil,
You will be missed sooo much. You were the best friend any one could ask for. MacAllister will miss you soo much as will I and Larry. We love you
Debbie and Larry
Melanie Napovanice Jim Thompson
December 22, 2008
Cecil will be missed but we he'll always be in thoughts.
John Shrum
December 22, 2008
Cecil, I will always miss you, I will always cherish Are memories together especially are times at the lake Love always friend John
Jeni Bowes Jefferson
December 22, 2008
Scott and family, My heart goes out to you during your time of loss.
Janet Mori
December 22, 2008
What a loss for everyone who knew Cecil. I will always remember cruising in his boat. As a friend I will miss him immensely.
Gary Starr
December 22, 2008
Scott,
Want you to know we are thinking of you.
I can still hear Big Cecil yelling your name at 7th and 8th grade basketball games. He was the "fun dad". Something you inherited and I am sure will pass along to your kids.
Stay strong,
Love ya Bro
Gary Starr Family
Jack Dorflinger
December 22, 2008
I first met Cecil almost 30 years ago when he was a manufacturers representative. Since then I have had the pleasure of knowing him as a co -worker and a vendor. I'll never forget his sense of humor and his big laugh. Cecil will be missed by all that came in contact with him. Scott, your Dad is still in the telecom business, just on a higher level. God Bless!
Steve & Cindey Ammerman
December 22, 2008
Cecil, You were always a good friend and a good man. You will be greatly missed by all that had the pleasure to know you. Ray South class of 73 thanks you.
Ali Frazee
December 22, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss - you and your family are in my thoughts.
Aunt Patti
December 22, 2008
Scott I don't even know where to begin other than you know your Dad loved you with all of his being and so does your family. We are always here for you & your family ANYTIME.
God added another bright star in the sky and remember one thing your Dad is ok now and he's happy. Remember the good times. :)
With all our love Ed, Patti & Thomas
Linda Duncan
December 22, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. What a joy to have know you Cecil.
Jeanette Morgan
December 22, 2008
They are gone from our sight... but never our memory, gone from our hearing... but never our hearts, gone from our touch... but their presence is felt, and the love that they gave us never departs. With Deepest Sympathy.....
Cecil you will be greatly missed!
Grace Marino
December 22, 2008
Cecil
You were one of my best friends and I loved you very much.
I will miss you forever. We had some really great times together and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love
Gracie
Judy Beeves
December 22, 2008
Hi Cuz,
You were more like a brother to me rather than a cousin. We had some good times growing up together. I remember you teaching me to throw a ball right handed so I wouldn't be (as you put it) a "sissy" like you.
I'll miss you greatly.
Melanie Durrell
December 22, 2008
What a joy to have known you, Cecil. The entire family of Direct Communications will miss you greatly. Our deepest condolences to your family.
Scott Jenkins
December 22, 2008
Hi Dad.....I didn't get to tell you how much you meant to me recently. I love you very much and I will miss you greatly. As you always requested I will give your "grandbabies" and hug and kiss for you. You will forever be in my heart.
Love Always, Scott
"Jenkster"
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