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Dawn Kroll Obituary
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for Dawn Kroll
Alexandria Cortazar
January 8, 2020
Tomorrow is dad's 47 birthday...almost 10 years since his passing...14 since yours. I was reading all the entities and realize it was the first time I've ever read them, I was too young to even know this existed better yet to find the words to add. I'm looking down at my son who's a year old now, thinking how much you two would have loved him. You have 3 grandchildren now...2 boys & a girl. I know you would have been the best grandmother, we tell the kids about you all the time. It hurts everyday they'll never know you, we try hard to keep your memory alive. I'm married now, hence my new last name. Nanny gave my husband, Giovanni, you and dads weddings rings to give to me...I know you'd love him. Nanny is very sick, and Jasmine is doing an amazing job caring for her. I can't wait to see you again, and catch up. You've missed so much. We love you forever, I hope you're proud of me.
Penny Taylor
October 1, 2006
Our prayers are with you and, your family,Penny&Payton Taylor
Tamra Berry
October 1, 2006
Although I never had the privilege of personally meeting this remarkable and courageous young woman, I feel a connection through the photos and conversations with Dawn's Aunt Delores. In this life, Dawn was truly blessed to have had such a large & loving family as the Dunfees, to whom I send my deepest sympathy. I would also like to extend my heartfelt condolences to Dawn's family in Indiana; those closest to Dawn who are certain to be grieving your loss at this time. May all your hearts be filled with the memories of your beautiful, smiling and courageous "Dawn" and may God's love keep & strengthen you until you are reunited with your loved one for all eternity.
Benny Dunfee
September 23, 2006
Dawn ,I love you and will miss you very much, I can still see you smile when we came to your birthday party.
love you uncle Benny
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Jessica Miller
September 21, 2006
Dawn, I remember your wedding in 2004 in our front yard. It was a beautiful wedding, this will be the memory that I will remember always, you will be in our hearts forever, and sadly missed. Luv your cousin Jessica
Roger Dunfee
September 21, 2006
I wanted to post the poem I wrote for my niece Dawn, and with the help of
my sister Delores was able to read it at the memorial service. Six
weeks earlier many of her family and friends gathered for Dawn's
birthday celebration at her home. I was able to spend a few extra days
with Dawn and her family. I will always cherish those moments. I was
privileged to take her on one of her last chemo sessions, and we talked
at length. She told me she did not want to die, but had come to terms
with it. She put me at ease. I didn't know what to say at her service,
but I hope this poem in some way imparts to everyone what I wanted to
say:
Did It Dawn On You Today?
Did it dawn on you today
how lucky each of us are
to have known
our beautiful niece?
Did it dawn on you today
that she would want us
to go on living?
Did it dawn on you today
that the pain we share today
is pain she in now free of?
Did it dawn on you today
we should be more selfless
and aspire to live
as she did?
Did it dawn on you today
that we have to be courageous
just as she was
in her battle?
All of these things
dawn on us today
as Dawn is on
our minds and hearts.
We love you Dawn Denise.
Uncle Roger
amanda hardy
September 21, 2006
I'm sooooo sorry to hear this has happen to your family! My prayers are with each and every one of you.
She will be missed very much. If you guys need anything you know how to get ahold of me. Luv ya'll
Robbie Miller
September 21, 2006
I remember when I was about 10 and Dawn was 15. We lived in Page at that time, she came for a visit. It was when Vanilla Ice was big. We danced while we played that song over and over.. That is just one of the fun memories I have of Dawn. She truly was a stong person. She was my first cousin and she will be missed very much. I love you Dawn, I know you are looking down upon us with your new set of angel wings.. Miss and love you very much. Robbie
loretta miller
September 21, 2006
To my dear niece Dawn,We loved you very much and we will miss you dearly.You will always be in our hearts and our memories. Love Aunt Loretta
Terri Burke (Short)
September 21, 2006
For the Family, My prayers are with each and everyone of you at this time of loss and always. Especially with the children though, myself losing my mother 8 years ago this month. It is a very difficult time for them, and they will need close family love and guidance for many years to come. They will all be in my prayers forever!! Love you all, hang in there Aunt Grace, you are a very strong woman.
Margie McKown
September 20, 2006
Dear Dawn,
Summers were always special when you came to visit in WV and Charlotte. When you were young and had to travel by train to visit saying good bye was always hard. I would always say to you be brave, it won't be long until we see each other again. Through tears you would always flash that beautiful smile. That smile will be with us as we continue our journey without you. You were brave and it won't be long until we see you again.
I Love You,
Aunt Margie
Bob and Lynne Short
September 19, 2006
Dawn will be missed much by our family and friends. Our love and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Know that the Lord is with you as you grieve and He will comfort you.
Charmian Basile
September 19, 2006
Dawn was a great friend, She was courageous, caring, understanding, giving and so loving. Always willing to lend a helping hand. She was taken so soon, but know that God had other plans for her. Just remember the times you had with Dawn and know she is always watching over you and will listen. We will miss her dearly.
Elaine Horn
September 18, 2006
Dawn I will never forget the outrageous times we shared during our adolescent years. I remember talking on the phone one day, maybe five years ago, after a bit of distance between us, and I mentioned we were looking for a house. Soon after our children were classmates. I love you Dawn and I know you are watching over all of your family and friends from above. Thank you for the best memories. You will forever be part of our lives.
Eddie Hopkins
September 18, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of Dawn's family and friends. I met Dawn on her wedding day & I feel blessed to have been a part of this joyous time in her life. Dawn's family loved her very much and through them I experienced the true meaning of family.
Always remember to carry Dawn in your hearts & she will talk to you from there.
Patti Harris
September 18, 2006
I met Dawn when she came to work for me on Dawn Lewis's advice. She was a great person to have at a group home! I loved her attitude and sense of commitment to whatever she put her mind to. I am glad that I was able to call her a friend as well. One thing I will always carry with me is her great sense of humor. The times I saw her when she was ill, she was still able to see the humor in situations where that is difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with Dawn and her family (and friends that she considered family!) at this time.
Brian, Beth & Girls Postma
September 18, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. We have been lucky enough be able to send sometime with Dawn and her family over the years. They are all lucky to have each other and to have been touched by Dawn's presents in their lives. May the family have peace in knowing the Dawn will always be with you.
Marie Krygoski
September 18, 2006
I went to school with Dawn. I am so sorry to hear/read of your lose - I pray that your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. May god comfort you in your time of lose.
Angela Hardy, Charmitta Relf-Scott MS
September 18, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Angie Marsh
September 18, 2006
My deepest sympathies to her family. I had the pleasure of knowing Dawn and spending many hours with her at school, girl scouts and just talking on the phone. Unfortunately we lost touch over the last year or two and I hadn't talked to her in a long time but I remember many, many conversations about her family and how much she loves them and how there wasn't anything she wouldn't do for any of them. She was the same with her friends and pretty much any one she ever met. She brightened my life and the experiences we shared together. She will truly be missed by everyone who ever came to know her. To her family, she loved you all so very much, please find strength in knowing that she is now in a better place and that you must continue this journey for her until we all meet again.
Wesley Pratt
September 18, 2006
We will all miss Dawn. She was a very kind and caring lady. We will support and help her family that she leaves behind.
Delores Dunfee
September 17, 2006
My niece, Dawn Dunfee Kroll will dearly be missed by myself, her Dad and many Aunts and Uncles. Many of us had the opportunity to visit Dawn on several occasions before her illness. One of the most fun times was a couple years ago when we traveled to Dyer on the Amtrak and spent several days with Dawn, Erik and the kids. We visited the zoo and antique shops and really had a great time. After each visit, we couldn't wait to start planning the next time we could all be together. One of Dawn's wishes was to travel to WV to see her Grandma Dunfee. I'm sorry to say that Dawn never got to make that trip. I will dearly miss my sweet Dawn Denise.
With much love,
Aunt Delores
Donna Benirschke
September 17, 2006
I feel cheated that I didn't get to know Dawn better. I met her at the PTA State convention luncheon. I had no idea how ill she was until I got back to Hammond. She carried her illness well. May God's blessings be upon her family and friends. She will be missed. Take heart knowing she is in a better place. Please accept my condolences.
Donna Benirschke
Kim Vanwhite
September 17, 2006
As anyone who reads this message knows, Dawn was one of a kind. Her smile will always remain in my heart and in my mind. There was nothing fake about her, she was real, and she was geniune. You couldn't help but love her 'say it like it is' personality. Her heart never stopped giving. She loved her family very much and was invested in their happiness. Dawn is whole in heaven and wants us to have joy on earth until we go to see her. I love you guys. Please let me know if there is ever anything I can do. I hope to stay connected to the people I was blessed to meet through Dawn.
Dawn, I will miss you so much. I know that you are watching over your children, Eric, your family, and your friends. We are lucky to have you as our angel in heaven. Please save us a spot next to you Dawn.
Terry
September 17, 2006
GOD rest you well.
Dawn Lewis
September 17, 2006
"No ones's death comes to pass without making some impression, and those close to the deceased inherit part of the liberated soul and become richer in their humanness." Because of Dawn I have become a better person. She is a part of me and will remain there forever. She is one the best people I have ever known. Always willing to give a piece of herself to help others. She made a lasting impression on everyone that she met. She was my best friend. No one knew me better. All of our time together was amazing. There were always lots of smiles, even when there were tears. I have so many wonderful memories of her. I wish that I could accurately express in words how lucky I was to have had the chance to know her, but all I can really say is that God blessed me that sunny day that we stood outside of Caldwell school waiting for our girls and Dawn walked up to me and said. "You look familiar."...I love you Dawn.
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