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Kendall Tapley Obituary

Tapley, Kendall Allen August 21, 2010, age 15, late of Homewood, beloved son of Terrence A. Jr. and Angie L. Tapley, dear brother of Bryan Alexander and Anya Marie Tapley, cherished grandson of Terrence A. Sr. and Marsha McDaniel Tapley, and Ann Marie Stuart and Fred Dobrinski, great-grandson of Charles Lillian Tapley, loving nephew of Michael Tapley and Sara Dobrinski, and a loved friend to many. Sophmore Honor Student at Homewood-Flossmoor High School and member of the Freshman Football and Baseball teams. Resting at Tews Funeral Home, 18230 Dixie Hwy., Homewood, Friday, from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Lying in state Saturday, at Flossmoor Community Church, Hutchison Road and Carroll Parkway, Flossmoor from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at 11:00 a.m. For memorial information, please see www.flossmoorbbsb.com 708-798-5300

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 24, 2010.

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Charles Taylor

March 26, 2011

To Mrs. Tapley & Family,
I just heard about the passing of Kendall, I would like to extend my sincere condolences to u & ur entire family at this time, even though, he will always be with us in spirit. From my family to yours, our prayers are with u & yours as Kendall will be remembered as a wonderful young man, gone before his time. He will truly missed & never forgotten.
Charles Taylor & Family

December 25, 2010

Kendall ur the best brother I kid could every have visit me in my dream tonite that'll be an awesome Christmas present ily rip love ur lil bro bryan tapley

Riley Blythe

December 21, 2010

i miss my bestfriend kendall allen tapley. RIP up there buddy. <333 8.14.95-8.21.10

Riley Blythe

December 21, 2010

kendall,
honestly since you've been gone i haven't had a real smile on my face. nothing is the same without you here. you mean the world to me and without you here next to me to talk to i'm going bananas. i told you everything.. i miss you more than words can ever describe. 4 months wihtout you today.. life sucks. i love you bestfriend. keep being our "blessing in disguise" and watching over us. we all love and miss you so much. help us all today. <33 talk to you later. it's never a goodbye, always a see ya later. and untill i'm with you, i'll carry on.

Kristina Lively Dykas

December 6, 2010

Words can not describe the emptiness I felt and feel after the loss of Kendall. It is still something that I have not come to deal with. I still wake up everyday and have to take a minute to calm down from the shock that someone I love so dearly is gone. Forever. Granted, he is in a better place, but I still have the burn inside of me knowing I will not see him again in this lifetime. Today is my birthday and it feels so weird to know that I'm not going to walk home with my bestfriend, and get a big hug and "HAPPY BIRTHDAY BIGHEAD!?" and snowball fight on my birthday from him. I miss him so much.. Kendall is a person that impacted so many and will never be forgotten. I send my prayers to the family.. This must be imensely rough for them.. I love you bro, rest in paradise... i'll see you in my dreams, & you're always in my heart. <3

kennedy

November 8, 2010

i miss you alot today kendall. i cant help but think about you every minute. things have been tough lately and when i think of you it makes me break down more. its finally setting in that this is real. before it all just seemed so surreal and almost as if i was dreaming. in a way i wish that feeling was back because now everything is so frustrating knowing that your actually not here. i miss you & love you alot. or as we used to say i LUH YOU :)

kennedy

November 8, 2010

i miss you alot today kendall. i cant help but think about you every minute. things have been tough lately and when i think of you it makes me break down more. its finally setting in that this is real. before it all just seemed so surreal and almost as if i was dreaming. in a way i wish that feeling was back because now everything is so frustrating knowing that your actually not here. i miss you & love you alot. or as we used to say

Rachel Magnabosco

October 22, 2010

Kendall, you're my brother. my best friend. my rock. i love you so much. you are the best friend a girl could ever have and im so glad that you were such a huge part of my life. from the moment we met, til the last night i spent with you, you were always there and i knew i could trust you. i told you everything, and sometimes felt closer to you then my sisters. i can't wait to see you again and you'll be there waiting for me at the gates. i love you and look at our notes all the time. rest in peace.

Keyearra Tucker

September 20, 2010

Kendall i really wish i got to know you better! If i knew that day would be the last time i would've been able to talk to you it would've been much more than a hi! R.I.P Kendall We All Miss You! <333

L. Nicotra

September 6, 2010

Kendall was one of my brightest and best students. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

"He kept at true good humour's mark
The social flow of pleasure's tide:
He never made a brow look dark,
Nor caused a tear, but when he died."
~Thomas Love Peacock

H Z

September 5, 2010

My Deepest Sympathy Goes To The Tapley Family
R.I.P.

Pat and Steve Colson

September 1, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. We send our love to you.

Karen

August 31, 2010

To the Tapley Family:
The bond between parents and children is so very stong and words can't begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. May the scriptures comfort you and give you hope and strength. Psalm 34:18--"God is near to those that are broken-hearted; and those that are crushed in spirit he saves." You are in my prayers.

Katie Sinwelski

August 29, 2010

Tapley Family,
I did not know Kendall but just hearing about his death made me sad. I wish I wouldve known him because he sounded like he was a great kid. My sympathy and condolences go out to you and your family! RIP KTAP!

Kevin, Annette and Colin McCracken

August 28, 2010

Dear Tapley Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Kendall was a wonderful friend to our son Colin. Colin has shared many of their stories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dale Robertson

August 28, 2010

Angie and family, My deepest sympathy. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Kendall was a beautiful person. we have all been blessed to have known him. my heart goes out to you all.

Tonya Harbor

August 27, 2010

Rest In Peace Young Kendall U Will Truly B Missed!!!!

Yvonne Moore

August 27, 2010

Marsha and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you feel God's arms around you.

Jayne Peters

August 27, 2010

We send our deepest sympathy to the Tapley family in your overwhelming loss. Kendall's light will shine into eternity and the joy that he brought to all who knew him during his short time here will give strength to all to endure until you meet with him again.

August 27, 2010

Terrence, Angie and family..my prayers are with you and your family during this time. I know it is difficult for you but know that Kendall is in a better place. God apparently needed an angel! Tiffanie Taylor Yates (Chesterton, IN)

Stephanie Sims

August 27, 2010

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Tapley and friends. Kendall was a wonderful kid, with a great heart and spirit, and may he forever be remembered.

KC Flores

August 27, 2010

Terrance, Angie & Family,

I cannot imagine the pain you are going through. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May Kendall rest in peace.

August 27, 2010

Dear Tapley family, may God bless you at this very difficult time. My daughter was in school with your son and had only good things to say about him. My heart hurts every time I think about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim Morris and family

Michelle, Brandon and Mason Wolf

August 27, 2010

Kendall was the sweetest and most polite young man. His beautiful smile will be forever remembered in all our hearts. May you be comforted by his presence around you and be at peace to know as long as he is loved his spirit lives on. Prayers for your and your family to find solace and peace.

Patricia Jordan

August 27, 2010

Dear Angie and the Tapley Family. I send my deepest sympathy to your family and his friends. You will be in our Prayers, I know its hard and God will see you through it. Kendall is an Angel in heaven. (Tameika Brown Mother)

Aaliyah Ali

August 27, 2010

The Tapley Family: Our Deepest Sympathy. We will keep you lifted up in prayer. The Ali Family

August 27, 2010

The Tapley Family: Our Deepest Sympathy. We will keep you lifted up in prayer. Aaliyah Ali and Family. (Flossmoor, IL)

Noemi Rosa-Axelsen

August 27, 2010

Terry Tapley Sr. and family,
Terrry, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you and your family through these very difficult times. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, my deepest sympathy, Noemi Rosa-Axelsen.

John Maxell

August 26, 2010

I'm so sorry for your loss. I only new Kendall for a couple days. he was in my Ap world class. Every one in there misses him. He seemed to be funny and put a smile on everyones face. we will all miss him.

Theresa Morawski

August 25, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I had no idea you were going through such a loss. I love you so much and have chills thinking about how you must feel right now. I can not imagine what its like to lose someone who is so young. you, angie, your mom and dad, kendall's brother and baby sister are in my heart and mind. even though i had a short meeting with your little kendall, one weekend when i came to visit, I remember him clearly as he made an impact on me by his sweet, funny, and loving personality. ♥

From the Staff of Tews Funeral Home

August 26, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Julie Davia

August 25, 2010

Kendall was a beautiful person that I was fortunate to meet, if only briefly and my heart goes out to your family for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, sending special hugs to dear Anya.
The Davia Family

Michael Sobota

August 25, 2010

To the Tapley family,
My heartfelt sympathy for the lost of your beloved grandson. God is his wisdom has called upon Kendall to be with him and his angels. I will keep your family in my prayers. Most sincerely, Michael Sobota

Sharisse Allen

August 25, 2010

Kendall was in my AP World History class. I was just getting to know him. He brought a smile to the class just by saying hello. He will truly be missed. It makes me sad that one of our own is gone. I know he's in a better place now and I know that he's looking down on us. I will continue to pray for you and your family's strength.

With my deepest condolences and love

Renette Pleasant

August 25, 2010

Terry, So very sorry to hear about the loss of your grandson. My deepest sympathy. My heart and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Pinkie Harrington

August 25, 2010

Marsha Tapley,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your grandson. I will keep you and the entire Tapley family in my prayers. You have my deepest sympathy.

Mitzi Walker

August 24, 2010

Marsha Tapley,
I am so sorry on the loss of your beloved grandson. I've heard so many wonderful stories about him. I hope your memories of him provide you with some comfort. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Annie Kurowski

August 24, 2010

To the Tapleys, I was a good friend of Kendall's and once i found out he died, i was in shock your family is in my prayers and i am very sorry for the lost of your soon. He is greatly missed and i am sorry. Best luck to all the Tapleys. Rest in Peace Kendall Alan Tapley <3 (:

Schneidewind Family

August 24, 2010

Thoughts and Prayers to the Tapley Family during this difficult time. I did not know Kendall, but I do know that your son touched many. He is a very special Angel to many. He has brought all of the kids together in such an amazing way. What a special young man... I am so very sorry for your loss.

The Hawtree Family

August 24, 2010

Dear Angie, Terrance, Bryan and Anya,

There is nothing that anyone can say to make everything right again, however, knowing that so many people care may help some day. Kendall was a beautiful part of your family and will be missed.

May God watch over each of you as he does your Kendall.

Bonnie Hoselton

August 24, 2010

To the Tapleys: My deepest condolences to all of you for losing such a precious unreplacable person in your life, no words can express the deep pain that you all feel, just remember his precious beatiful soul is
now resting in a wonderful place....thinking of you and your family at this diffucult time...love you and my prayers and thoughts are with you
Bonnie Hoselton (park forest il)

Bonnie Hoselton

August 24, 2010

To the Tapleys: My deepest condolences to all of you for losing such a precious unreplacable person in your life, no words can express the deep pain that you all feel, just remember his precious beatiful soul is
now resting in a wonderful place....thinking of you and your family at this diffucult time...love you and my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Maureen

August 24, 2010

My sincere sympathy to all the Tapley family.May Kendall rest in peace.

Kym Bielecki

August 24, 2010

You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time.....
Love U All...
Kymi

asya wilburn

August 24, 2010

i didnt know him but have did see him time to time ... but just the fact that he's gone is very sad
im sorry for your lose all my love and prayers go to the tapley family !! :)

love,asya wilburn

sandi blahut

August 24, 2010

Dear Angie and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Kendall.I can't find the words to say, except I love you and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Kendall will be missed by many, but he will now be watching over his family.
Thinking of you,
Sandi Blahut

August 24, 2010

Kendall is a young man taken to early in life, he will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. we love you and miss you! Forever Love The Bruen family

Tina McGill

August 24, 2010

I love you all soo much, I am truley sad for you all. Kendall was an amazing soul. He is now our angel. He will be missed.

August 24, 2010

Dear Terrence, Angie, Bryan & Anya,

Words can not express our sadness and disbelief. Kendall was a such a nice, kind, beautiful young man and we will miss him so very much. I will always remember picking Mark up from baseball or around town and bringing Kendall home at times too. Kendall touched our lives and so many others and he will live in our hearts forever.

Our love and deepest sympathy,

Lynne & Mark Glagola and family

Aunt Diane

August 24, 2010

This world has lost a beautiful person. We're so blessed to have had Kendall in our lives. He is loved and will be missed beyond words. And, yes, we will miss that smile and those dimples that all the girls loved! Love to you all...

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