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Chris Sheets
October 15, 2019
God Bless Dawny!! Always will remember the times we spent together.
Debbie Doyle West
May 25, 2011
I thought of my sweet, dear friend who I loved and had so much free spirited fun with at the U of A and wanted to reconnect to her... I didn't know you were gone Dawn and I'm feeling very sad. You were such a beautiful young woman and that free spirit must be doing even greater things somewhere else... love, love, love and deep sorrow to your loved ones who miss you so. The West Family, Little Rock, AR (501) 227-6409. Debbie Doyle West
Anonymous
December 10, 2010
hey kelsey!! You are one of my very best friends... you help me get through everyday!! I miss my mom too and we will get through it together, i love you flexi nose!!!
Anne and Dawn
November 10, 2010
Terry Jo Egan
May 9, 2010
Kelsey. You're Momma treasured you like no other! She always had a smile, no matter what was going on in her own life, when ever she spoke of you. She'd get so excited telling us what you were doing in school and she worried about you all the time. You were everything to her. You were the one true love of your momma's life. Please never ever doubt that for even a second. I love you sweet girl! So does Blakesley.
terry jo egan
May 9, 2010
Terry Jo Egan
May 9, 2010
Kelly Jo, Kelsey, Mom & Dad.
There are no words I can say that will help you, I know. I will tell you that everything in my life in someway has to do w/ Dawn. I've known her, and known her well, for 25 years. My greatest memories in life come from times w/ her. Dawn gave the love she craved to everyone she cared for. A couple Summers ago, Kelsey and Dawn came to La Jolla to see us. That night Kelsey and my daughter, Dawn and I got a room at a hotel on the ocean so we could have mother/daughter time. It was great! Dawn and I shared 1 bed and the girls were in the other. The girls tried to go to sleep but every 5 minutes they'd burst out laughing. We tried to calm them down as it got later and later, but finally Dawn said,"incase tomorrow never comes let's just let them be how we were when we were that age." So we did. Their laughing kept on until sunrise and Dawn and I started laughing too. Our daughters were so very much like we had been. I can hear Dawn's laugh, I can picture her curly top and all the love and joy that came w/ her. The world is a less joyful place because Dawn's not here. She loved all of you more than you know. You may not have felt that you were the most important people in her lives, but I promise you heart and soul, other things distracted her, but through out the 25 years we were friends, everything in her life always came back to her love for her family. I too have lost a daughter, Shelby Jo. I know that Shelby Jo and Dawn are safe now. I still haven't figured out the Heaven and God thing enough to say 1 way or another, but I just know that they are safe and no one and nothing can hurt them anymore. My love and support to all of you. You, and of course, Dawn, will always hold a very special place in my heart.
Tom Strader
February 23, 2010
Dawn's spirit and vitality are still alive in my heart and that of many others, and always will be...
Dawn and Anne's happy birthday march 2007
October 17, 2009
Sean Chapman
September 15, 2009
I knew Dawn in Fayetteville. She was a wonderful, caring woman. I'm very sorry for your loss and deeply saddened to hear of this.
September 9, 2009
love you always LClack
Kim & Greg Oleson and family
August 28, 2009
Bob, Marilyn and Kelsey,
We are so saddened to learn of your loss. I will always have fond memories of Dawn from RCIA. She was a beautiful woman - both inside and out. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers that God give you the strenght to get through this difficult time.
Michael Casisi
August 25, 2009
Dearing Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you. Dawn was genuine and one of a kind. I will always remember her with a smile.
You are in my prayers.
August 24, 2009
Dearing Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We loved Dawn Renee very much and enjoyed the time she spent hanging out at our house during high school. We'll never forget her.
Sally & Holly Warren
Anne Lewis
August 22, 2009
mom, dad and kelsey, My thoughts and prayers are with you now and will be always. kelsey your mom was the best friend I've ever had and i will always keep her memory and laughter in my heart. I love you guys. i pray that god will hold your hands to walk you through this devastating time in your lives. Please be in touch. -All my love, Anne
August 22, 2009
Dearing Family,
What sadness I have felt since learning of Dawns passing. She was such a good friend and important part of my school years in Raytown. I will treasure my memories of her and keep your family in my prayers.
Warmly,
Kim Shoemaker-Bourgain
August 21, 2009
Dearing family and especially Kelsey,
Carey (Sydney's mom) told me of the sad news. I only met Dawn a couple of times but I know Carey really liked her. My heart goes out to each of you.
God Bless; Linda Gibbs (Mother of Carey Devlin)
Cindy Leimkuhler Henry
August 21, 2009
I remember looking at Dawn in class, watching her twirl her curl as she had her head tilted to the left. I used to wish that I was as pretty and popular as she was. I also remember Dawn had the most beautiful hand writing and felt honored when "I" was one of the lucky ones she would pass a note to during class. She never let her looks or popularity go to her head, she was a sweetheart.
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
With Loving Memories
Danny & Stasi (Thompson) Aguilar
August 21, 2009
Mr. & Mrs. Dearing, Kelly & Kelsey,
We were so sorry to hear about Dawn's passing. We went to junior high and high school with Dawn and have many memories of her. She had such a bubbly personality and always had a smile on her face. Dawn was one of a kind and will be missed by so many.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of loss. May God comfort you all with his grace and love.
Tina Anello-Merryfield
August 21, 2009
There are few people that have the ability to be both popular & humble. Dawn possessed the grace to pull off both with ease.
She was extremely pleasant throughout all of our years at Raytown South & had an aura that truly drew others to her.
I can't believe she is gone.
I'm honored to have known her.
May fond memories help ease the pain in time.
God Bless~
August 21, 2009
my hearfelt condolences to the family in the passing of dawn. i will always remember her bubbly personality and her being so happy about everything. she was one of "the" girls in our class and will be sorely missed.
troy mathis
Susan, Louis, Daniel & David Stabile
August 21, 2009
She is forever your guardian angel!! Much love from the Stabile family. We are here for you.
August 20, 2009
Bob, Marilyn & Kelly Jo:
I can't begin to tell you how much Dawn's passing has affected me. Much more than I even expected. Each passing day I have another memory that pops up - I will treasure them all and keep them forever. She was loved by so many that I hope it gives you comfort to know her spirit will live on inside all of us that knew her well. I look forward to seeing you at the service. My heart goes out to all of you.
Cheri Wells
Ventura, CA
Bob Ciarlelli
August 20, 2009
Dear Bob and Marilyn - It was with great sadness that Tina and I read about the passing of your daughter. While we will not be able to attend Dawn's services, please know that out thoughts and prayers are with you. Tina and Bob Ciarlelli.
Deanna Colletta
August 20, 2009
Dear Marilyn, Our prayers go with you at this time, we were so sorry to learn of your daughters passing. May you and your family find comfort in each others strength and the love of your friends. We look forward to seeing you when you return to the desert. Peacefully, Deanna (the quilter) and Gene Colletta
August 20, 2009
We will always remember your laughter and smile, and most of all your bubbly personality.
Fly with the angels now, "we love you chicken!"
Amy,John,Wendy(little chicken),&Johanna
Cathy Romero
August 20, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Dearing and Kelsey - I had the pleasure of meeting Dawn through our work, where we became friends and I grew to love her. She had such a kind and generous spirit. May our Lord help you draw strengh from your faith and love during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you. With my sympathy, Dawn's "Godmother" Cathy Romero
Jennifer and Michael Walton
August 19, 2009
Bob. Marilyn, and Miss Kelsey,
We send love and prayers to you all during this extremely difficult time. Dawn was so blessed to have such an AMAZING family!! Miss Kelsey, she loved you and was so proud of you and the beautiful young lady you are. Marilyn and Bob, she had the BEST parents in the world and she was eternally grateful. We love you all and are there to support you, pray for you, and love you!!
Love from the Waltons.
Mrs. Walton, Mr. Michael, and Callie Jane
Lisa b
August 19, 2009
Dawn and Kelly Jo Dearing (KJD): seems like yesterday we rode in either Dawns red honda accord hatchback or KJD's silver honda accord hatchback thru the streets of Raytown in 84-85. We loved listening to music waiting for our Ray South basketball player boyfriends to finish practice so we could go to the HS football game or Funhouse Pizza. RIP Dawn you were one of a kind, you made being tiny and petite sexy! KJD please stay involved in Kelsey's life, you and Dawn are one and Kelsey needs you now!
Courtney (Smith) Palmer
August 19, 2009
Dawn was truly a special person! We attended elementary, junior and high school together. She was so bubbly and very outgoing. I will always remember fondly the way she befriended me, the new girl, as I had started third grade in a new school. Slumber parties in junior high were exceptionally memorable. Such fun times we girls had together! What a warm, friendly, and accepting individual. She will be missed!!
Bob, Marilyn, Kelly Jo, and Kelsey please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Please find comfort in the fact that Dawn touched many lives and is remembered so dearly.
Stef (Cobb) Gibbens
August 19, 2009
Bob, Marilyn, Kelly Jo and Kelsey,
It's difficult to find words to express the sadness I'm feeling at the loss of our Dawn. Her passionate and playful spirit will be dearly missed. I will always have a special place in my heart just for her. I treasure all of my memories I have of our times together. Take comfort in each other and know that Dawn loved and was loved by many.
Sending All My Love,
Stacy Kemp
August 19, 2009
Kelly Jo, please take care of Kelsey. Don't ever let her forget how special and beautiful Dawn was!
Leslie (Griffin) Russell, Class of 1985
August 19, 2009
August 19, 2009
Sadness filles my heart today, when I read this. I remember Dawn in high school with her bright cheerful smile. She will be great missed by all that new her kind spirit. I pray that God gives each of you the strength to make it through this difficult time. With the fondest memories of Dawn. May God bless you.
Stacy Raye
August 19, 2009
Someone please tell me what happened to Dawn, how did she die at 42. So many people who knew her at the University of Arkansas are tweeting and bloging about her. Please let us know what happened to her in California.
Adriana and Julia
August 19, 2009
kelsey, you had an awesome mom! We will never forget her!
Love addy and julia!
S W
August 19, 2009
Dawn you were true beauty, you were my girl in high school, seems like yesterday I walked out to the Ray-South parking lot outside of the gym and saw your lip stick kisses on my car window, so sweet and cute, can't beleive that was 25 years ago, seems like yesterday, RIP
August 19, 2009
Dear Mr.and Mrs. Dearing and Kelly Jo,
I am so sorry for your families loss. I have fond memories of Dawn from elementary school through high school.
She had a great smile and being short was great too.
Hold on tight to one another during this dificult time.
Love and prayers,
Devon (Ford)Conger
James Holman
August 19, 2009
My friend Dawn made me laugh and see the world in a different light. I have missed her for so long. I never had a chance to tell her how much she meant to me. She was truly a special person. In the hard times she always had something positive and kind to say about everyone and everything. I will always remember the wonderful person. The beautiful smile and the laughter we shared. My condolences to her family. I miss you Dawn more than you ever would know.
Amy Hall Streeter
August 19, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Dearing and Kelly Jo:
Always had something to admire in Dawn in high school, whether it be the way she carried herself or her comfortable way, despite being the shortest in the room.
Truly sorry for your loss.
Prayers and hugs to all of you.
Jim Alexander
August 19, 2009
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Dearing and Kelly Jo:
Dawn had a gift for making people laugh and bringing smiles to their faces. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Lori (Abney) Cummings
August 18, 2009
Bob, Marilyn, and Kelly Jo:
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Dawn. As Junior High girls I remember wishing I had the bravery to be as outgoing and passionate about life as she was. And though we weren't as close through the high school years, I remember the way she twisted the same lock of her hair while taking notes (or pretending to) in class... and the way her genuine smile lit up a room... And though she was slight in stature, her personality sometimes seemed larger than life.
I pray that you and Kelsey are comforted by the knowledge that Dawn is fondly remembered by so many. May the peace and presence of the Lord envelope you as you grieve your loss, and may His strength gird you up as you press on in her absence. My condolences to your family.
August 18, 2009
Bob and Marilyn--we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter--our thoughts and prayers are with you--most sincerely--Sue and Ells Cardwell
Julie Stewart Brock
August 18, 2009
Dear Dearing family, I am so sorry to hear about Dawn. I haven't seen Dawn since high school but I still remember her wicked laugh. She packed a lot of punch in her little frame and was truly one of a kind.
August 18, 2009
For all that knew and loved Dawn, we are sorry for your loss.
A friendly smile, a casual touch, these are the things that meant so much to her.
God gives us comfort in the form of good friends. Remember this, as your journey in life continues.
Our love and thoughts are with you, K.T. and Bobby
Tammy Kabell
August 18, 2009
Bob and Marilyn, and to all in your family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I went to grade school with Dawn, and though we were good friends for only two years before we went on to separate schools, I have thought of her fondly and often. My family and I have often talked about my times with Dawn (my parents own Cole Pest Control), and I've kept up to date with her life. She was a great gift and I hope the knowledge of that will help you during this difficult time. We will hold you close in our thoughts and prayers.
Dwight & Sandy Williams
August 18, 2009
Remember our family during happier times.
Our children little and playing together.
All of us full with hopes & dreams.
Remember, we are family.
Years have moved us in different directions.
Faith, hope, and dreams have no age limit.
All of us will be together again.
Remember, we are family.
August 18, 2009
BOB & MARILYN,
I AM SO SORRY TO LEARN ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DAUGHTER. NO WORDS CAN TAKE AWAY THE PAIN YOU ARE FEELING. JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
JUDY MORLAN MOORE
August 18, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you. Jim & Joanne Gageby
Carey Devlin
August 18, 2009
Bob, Marilyn, Kelsey and Dearing Family,
Sending you our deepest sympathy and warmest regards. We are broken hearted over the news. Dawn was one of the smartest most passionate people we ever met.
Much love and prayers,
Tom and Carey Devlin
August 18, 2009
Bob and Marilyn, My deepest condolences to you and the rest of your extended family, We always think we should depart this earth before our children, but God sometimes has other plans Harry Mosby, Liberty, MO.
Carla Pearson-Walker
August 18, 2009
My prayers are with you Dearing Family. Dawn and I went to junior high & high school together and I can never forget when she always wanted me to braid (cornroll) her hair before a volleyball game. We do hair in Science class. RIP Dawn. The Lord will cover your child. God Bless you all.
Murray Family
August 18, 2009
Dearest Dearing Family,
Sending many prayers and much love your way. Please know we are here for your family. Please let us know if we can help in anyway. God Bless .
Xoxoxo
Brian, Julie &Victoria
Betty Cornwell(Davis)
August 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 18, 2009
RIP Dawn! My Condoles to Kelly and the rest of the family
Limbo Parks
Dan Sadler
August 18, 2009
Robert Ed, Marilyn and family we are so sorry for your loss and will say a special prayer today for you and yours.
Class of 1958 Northeast High School
August 18, 2009
Bob and Marilyn, No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Class of 19958
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOC.
August 18, 2009
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