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David Cairns Obituary

David Thomas Cairns Lansing David Thomas Cairns was born May 19, 1961, passed away January 20, 2014 at Sparrow Hospital. He is survived by his wife Barbara (Mikowski) Cairns; daughter Elizabeth; sons Jared and Sam; brothers James, Robert, Peter, Thomas and Andrew; sister Barbara and parents Alvera and Glenn Cairns. He was a 1978 graduate of Okemos High School. David served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1979-1985. He enjoyed auto body management, and was a fan of NASCAR. He will be sadly missed. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, January 27, 2014 at 10:30 am at Church of the Resurrection, 1531 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48912, with Fr. Steven Mattson officiating. Burial with full military honors will take place at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday January 26, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-8pm with a rosary at 7 pm. Funeral contributions to the family would be greatly appreciated to help defray funeral costs. Please contact James Cairns with inquires. Arrangements are by Riley Funeral Home, 426 West St. Joseph Street Lansing, MI 48933. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at rileyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Jan. 24, 2014.

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Deb DeHorn

January 30, 2014

My heart goes out to the entire family. I wish I could have been there on behalf of mom, Fred and myself. Know that we are thinking of you during this tragic and sad time. Although we were not there in person we are always with you in spirit.

Bill & Joyce Welch

January 24, 2014

RIP David, my fellow Marine. Semper Fi. Condolences to the family and friends.

Linda Kroll

January 24, 2014

David was a soft spoken friendly guy. He had a beautiful smile and a beautiful soul. He will be missed by his family and friends. You are all in my prayers.

January 24, 2014

Ruth Reaume
God .Bless your family, loved playing shuffel board with David.He will be missed.

Dave Hadley

January 24, 2014

Always had that smile on his face and will be remembered fondly.

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