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Clayton McCully Obituary

Clayton Skeeter McCully, age 22 of Bonner Springs, KS. Died in an automobile accident on May 11, 2012. Funeral Services were held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, at the Bonner Springs United Methodist Church (425 W. Morse). Burial followed in the Bonner Springs Cemetery. Visitation was from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday evening also at the church. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Bonner Springs Animal Rescue or the Salvation Army both in care of the Alden-Harrington Funeral Home. Clayton was born on November 24, 1989 in Kansas City, Kansas and lived in Horton, KS for 8 years before moving to the Bonner Springs area. Clayton was a vibrant, fun loving and full of life young man with a smile that lit up a room. He loved hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his family and friends. He was a 2008 graduate of Bonner Springs High School where he was a member of the soccer, swimming and cross country teams and went on to attend the University of St. Marys in Leavenworth, KS. on a soccer scholarship. Clayton was a lifeguard at the Bonner Springs YMCA and was very popular among the senior swimming groups. He was a Pipefitter for the last 2 years and a member of the United Steelworkers Union, local 348. He is survived by his loving parents Bryan and Diana McCully of the home. His sister Megan McCully of the home and his brother David Murillo of Horton, KS., maternal grandmother Francis Bailey, paternal grandparents Donald McCully and his wife Roberta of Kansas City, KS., and Barbara Sass and her husband Don of Tonganoxie, KS., as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews who love him and will miss him immeasurably. Arrangements Alden-Harrington Funeral Home 913-422-4074.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on May 17, 2012.

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Stephen Handley

May 7, 2024

We all miss you, Clayton. Every time I look up in the starry night sky I remember catfishin' with you and your father at "The Farm" in Horton when you were knee high to a grasshopper. I will always remember you both with love and fond memories.

Megan Clark

May 30, 2012

I pray for strength for all of you everyday. I am so sorry for your loss, and my heart is heavy with devastation, Clayton was an amazing person and friend.

suzie moyer (Barcus)

May 21, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Suzie Moyer (barcus)

May 18, 2012

Bryan and Diana,

I am truly sorry for your loss. May the prayers being offered for your family bring comfort and peace.

Joanne Kobe Huey

Kathryn (Kobe) Holmes

May 18, 2012

Bryan and Family...
On behalf of the Kobe family, I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your tragic loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ray and Mae Williams

May 17, 2012

It is with great sorrow that we learned of Clayton's accident and death. Such a tragic loss, when he had his whole life ahead of him. An incomprable loss to any parent. We always expect our children to outlive us, and we find it almost impossible to accept when they are tragically taken from us. Our hearts ache for you in this time of sorrow. His life was far too short, but in the remembrance of the great joy and love he brought to all his family and friends, there is a lasting comfort. May God bless and comfort you all.

Cindy Stordahl

May 16, 2012

Bryan, Diana, David, Megan and Family,
We are sadden to hear of the passing of your son, Clayton. Please know our hearts are filled with sorrow as you grieve your trememdous loss in your hearts and day to day. Hoping the love and fond memories help comfort and carry you in this difficult time. God Bless.
Rick and Cindy Stordahl

Angela VanSchoelandt

May 15, 2012

My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. I am deeply sorry for such a great loss. I will always remember Claytons SMILE. He could knock you over with that SMILE, sometimes it was mischievious but mostly genuine. I know he was a great friend to Brandon & dear in our hearts. Clayton was at our house sooo many times he felt like family. Brandon,Clayton,DJ,Zack & their clan hanging out on Halloween playing tricks & the same clan at Brandons B-day parties @ the lake running around playing tag,water guns,water balloons, hit the pinata w/out hitting the kids next to you,since they were just little tykes. I remember the time they all skipped school..the boys all called in to the school 1 right after the other...so silly ..but we caught them ..cause.. we loved them. Clayton was also an excellent soccer player & 1 hell of a team player. OH dont sink my battleship. I have so many fond memories of Clayton. Clayton will always be in my heart & memories. My prayers are for you to find the strength & faith & support & all the GRAND memories to get you through this time of need.

The Rettigs

May 15, 2012

Words can not tell you how sorry we are for your loss. May GOD hold you all close at this time and comfort you.

"In God let our hearts rejoice; he is our help and our shield."

"Put now your trust in God, in duty's path go on; walk in his strength with faith and hope, so shall your work be done.

Commit your ways to him, your works into his hands, and rest on his unchanging word, who heaven and earth commands.

Give to the winds your fears; hope, and be undismayed: God hears your sighs and counts your tears; God shall lift up your head."

Robert Mata

May 15, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

DeAnn Rahija Bingaman

May 14, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you cope with such a tragic loss. God be with you.

Victoria Friend

May 14, 2012

I will miss hearing all the great stories about Clayton from Diana. We will all be praying for comfort during this time of loss.

Lindsey Freeman

May 14, 2012

I am so sorry for you loss, we viewed Clayton as a wonderful friend who could put a smile on anyones face. You are in our thoughts. ~ Lindsey and Eli Freeman

Julia Ford

May 14, 2012

Bryan, Diana and Megan our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please know that if there is anything you need please let us help.

Julia Ford and Steve Rehm

May 14, 2012

Diana and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Bonnie Grabill

Stephen Handley

May 14, 2012

I remember looking up at the shooting stars in the pitch dark Kansas sky at the farm pond in Horton while catfishing with Bryan and five-year-old Clayton. Clayton surprised us by saying, "Daddy, look at those little men flying around with jet packs up there!" YOU are now flying high in the heavens, Clayton, and we all miss you dearly.
Praying for all who love and miss you, my boy!
God bless!

May 14, 2012

Megan -
I am so very sorry. I hope you will feel the strength and love from the many people who care about you and your family.
Peace and prayers,
Terri

Robin Murphy

May 14, 2012

Diana and Family I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for strength and peace for you during this most difficult time. God Bless

Joyce Henk

May 14, 2012

Bryan, Diana, Megan and all of Clayton's family, my heart is breaking for you. I cannot imagine what you are going through. I pray for strength, courage, faith, and many wonderful memories to help you cope. You all are family to me. I wish I could be there to support you in person, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Dean

May 14, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss; my heart is heavy for your family. I had the opportunity to work with Clayton at the BAR Shelter. Very kind and warm hearted Youngman, which reflects how wonderful his family's love is. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Rose & Richard Reynolds

May 14, 2012

Diana and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time...

The Updikes

May 14, 2012

We love all of you and are so very saddened by the loss of your son. Our hearts ache for you.

Lisa Lugar

May 14, 2012

Bryan and Family!~
I am so so sorry for your tremendous loss. When Clayton was in school here at Bonner, he always had a smile and was so enjoyable. May your family find comfort in his 22 years of joy filled life and memories he left for you!

Sonja Clapp

May 14, 2012

I am so sorry Diana. Please know that I am praying for you and your family!

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana, and Megs
We are so sorry for your huge loss, I can't even begin to image what your guys are going through. But please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need us to do anything at all please let us know. Love you guys you are the best!!!! Shaun, Carey, and Shaun Ray Brake

May 13, 2012

Bryan and family, I was so sorry to hear about your son Clayton. I never met him but I remember when you were young and it sounds like he has your smile and your spirit for life. My heart breaks for your whole family and you are in my prayers. Tracy Duma-Wagner

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana and Megan,
I am so sorry to hear about Clayton...he was such an awesome kid and so loved by everyone. My kids still talk about him showing them his new tattoo at Thanksgiving and how he helped them with the slot machine game at your house that morning we came over for brunch. He will be deeply missed by all of us. Brad and I wish we could be there for you during this time, but please know that we are thinking and praying for you all. He is with grandma and grandpa and aunt karen now and will always be an angel looking down and watching over all of you. Love you all
Julie Brad and kids

Phylis Wilson

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana, and Megan, We just heard about Clayton. We cannot express how we feel about you and your family, only know we love you like family. Clayton was so sweet, and always there with a big smile and a helping hand. Seems like only yesterday when we met you and he was so young. You are always our neighbors and we pray for your peace. Trust God to comfort you and friends to lean on. Love Carl and Phylis and family.

Linda Jones

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana, Megan, David and all family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this very sad time of losing someone who enriched your lives the way Clayton did. May God grant you peace, strength, and comfort. Linda Jones

Leann Kuebelbeck

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana, and Megan,

Our hearts break for you. I can so clearly see Clayton's handsome face and the wonderful grin he always had in place. When I first heard the news, the immediate image in my head was Clayton hugging my Mom in the clouds. I pray for strength and courage to get you through this. Lean on your faith as hard as you can. We are so very sorry and are desperately sad not to be nearby. We will be home this summer and will come by to give you hugs. Know you are in our hearts and in our prayers. Love, Leann and Grace

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana, and Megan,
Words cannot express our sorrow for your loss of Sketter. We have some great memories of him, and you must rely on memories, too. May God grant you peace and strength as you face the days ahead.
We love you,
Debbie and Larry Strong, Salina, KS.

Diane Wilson

May 13, 2012

A day never went by without hearing about Clayton from his mom. From soccer games, to graduation, to out on his own as a stellar young man, his mom and dad were always so proud of his accomplishments. Diana and Bryan, Brian and I send you our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.

Chip and Holli Zuck

May 13, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss - friends and family are so important and you will see truly how many you have pulling for you. God bless.

Wayne Caudle

May 13, 2012

Be deeply missed and fishing and hunting won't be the same without you. My deepest sympathy.

William Dierks

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana & Family, my deepest condolences on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. -Bill Dierks Alpha Delta, Waukegan, IL

Lana Payton(Karl-Warford)

May 13, 2012

Diana and Bryan, I dont know what to say. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart aches and I cant imagine your pain. The Memory's of Clayton from birth and up are so precious.The times we spent together in Horton and helping build your house.Joey and Jacob have great memory's of times spent growing up their cousin Clayton. The 3 of them alway said they were gonna get a bus and go travel together. Just know that his memory's will travel with all of us for life. Wow, what an impact he has left on so many lifes. May God lift your family up and give you strength to carry on. I love you guys and I wished I could take your pain away.

Sean McMahon

May 13, 2012

Bryan, Diana,
Saying a prayer for you and your family. I'm so sorry to hear this news and for your loss. Family and friends will get you through.

Lisa Griggs

May 13, 2012

Diana and Bryan, I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember when Clayton was born. My mom thought he was so precious. Please know that you are in my thoughts. I so wish I could take this pain from you.

Cheryl Freeman-Kongorski

May 13, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My boys thought a lot of him and considered him a friend. God be with you through this difficult time. Cheryl Freeman-Kongorski and Ron Kongorski, Erica Eli and Jake Freeman

Jeanie Farris

May 13, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family.

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