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Brian Gurgon
June 15, 2024
One of the best men i ever met
Judy McDaniel
June 19, 2023
Cecil you are missed as much today as you are watching over everything. RIP we Love you always, Judy
Brian Gurgon
June 15, 2023
Miss you lots cecil just like everybody that ever knew you..
Robert Stamper & Family
June 26, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the McDaniel family. Cecil was one of the most kind hearted and respectful Ironworkers I ever had the pleasure to work with, a super good man and a true "Bridgeman". I look forward to seeing him again some day.
Judy McDaniel
June 26, 2014
Cecil will be missed by us all in so many ways. His smile and easy going laid back style. May he rest in the hands of the lord until we meet with him again. God bless...
Kenny & Debbie Ludwig
June 24, 2014
May God comfort Cecil's family during this difficult time in need. God bless.
Memory Eternal!
Regina & Joe Hodum
June 24, 2014
Lots of prayers for your family. Loved Cecil!
Jim and Denise Coros & Family
June 23, 2014
To Cecil's family and Wife Luvba,
Cecil"s wit and contagious smile will be greatly missed. He is someone who had such great energy and made you feel good around him. He is a wonderful person and has left us all with his smile. Please know that we prayed for Cecil on the day he passed and again in church Sunday. You will be sadly missed Neighbor and friend!! Peace be with you and your family.
Danny Gurgon
June 23, 2014
I first met Cecil when i was just a little boy growing up in Portage....My Dad use to always like when Cecil would come by our house, always with a smile and a heart as big as the moon...he would always make me feel bigger than what I was....my heartfelt Condolences to his wife and family....
Jerry & Char Troutwine
June 23, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Cecil was not only our neighbor but a great friend. He will truly be missed!
Debbie Callahan Adcock
June 22, 2014
RIP Cecil. We are thinking of and praying for you all.
American Heart Association
June 22, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Kathy Sayler-Arndt
June 22, 2014
We have fond memories of Cecil. I remember babysitting for his children years ago in Jackson Twp. Condolences to his family. May God bless you and keep you and give you peace.
Joe Breeden
June 22, 2014
Rest in peace Brother Cecil, I will pray that God gives comfort & strength to all your loved ones.
brian gurgon
June 22, 2014
I share the heartbreak of your unexpected loss of a great friend, big man with a big heart, in spite of his size, never a taker, always a giver...
Barbara, Terry, and Bertie Miller
June 22, 2014
Cecil you will be sadly missed. We always enjoyed when ya'll would come down and we'd go up the river and you always kept us laughing. Wish we could have seen you and family again. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and Boo, Nick, Lavada, and Charlie and ya'lls family.
Joe Hodum
June 22, 2014
So sorry, Lenora % family
June 22, 2014
We knew you Cecil to be a very kind and loving man. You will be missed by so many friends, "LOVE" to family.
Michelle Morrow
June 22, 2014
Sorry to hear of Cecil's passing. He was a kind, loving, and gentle person who will be greatly missed by all. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ike Bragdon
June 22, 2014
RIP Cecil, ,.
April Miller, Shephard
June 22, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of Cecil, I remember Him as a fun loving Man who brightened every ones life. My Prayers go out to all His Family, He will be greatly missed !
Jay & Sandie Miller
June 22, 2014
So hard to believe he's gone. He was a good friend and neighbor and we'll miss him terribly.
June 22, 2014
So sorry for your loss.Wish we could have seen each other one more time. Will always remember the good times we had when we were visiting.Our thoughts and prayers to each and everyone in the family. Miss all of you!
June 22, 2014
Rest In Heaven Brother Cecil, you were the Best. Bob Ponda
Ann Walker
June 22, 2014
Lenora & Family: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Miller
June 22, 2014
Our deepest sympathies to your family. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Michael &AJ Fornshell
June 22, 2014
We are very sorry for your loss. Cecil was a good man and a good father. Again, our condolences.
Celestia Ason
June 22, 2014
Celebrate his Life,with wonderful memories.
American Heart Association
June 21, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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