Haley Sherman and Dylan Canell.
One of Coupeville’s finest and her family could use our help right now.
Haley Sherman, a really wonderful young woman who graduated from CHS this spring after being a standout volleyball and softball player, lost her much-loved older brother, Dylan Canell, this week.
As the family deals with the sudden tragedy, Dylan’s uncle, Ryan, has put together a GoFundMe fundraising account to try and help the family pay for the sudden funeral expenses.
Whether you knew Dylan personally from his time on Whidbey or not, he, like his sister, was an important part of this town.
One of his teachers at CHS, Ken Stange, reflected on their time together, which was brief, but memorable:
Dylan, you hated school, but you always showed me great respect.
Your reputation preceded you, before you arrived in my 9th grade English class. I admit that I was worried, but your warmth quickly disarmed me.
You had a certain way about you; no matter the person or situation, you could ease the tension and bring smiles into the room, even if it meant you’d be answering to Mr. Black.
You were a wildcard and I liked that about you.
Nobody ever knew what to expect, but everybody knew you’d make them laugh.
You were literally the person who would give someone the shirt off of your back, as referenced by Kenneth Hopkins.
I also remember you as being the only Coupeville kid who would wear a track jacket without a tee shirt underneath. That ’70s look was priceless!
Like too many, you’ve gone far too early. I wish you love and joy in the afterlife, my friend. You’ll be missed.
Peace.
If you can help a little or a lot, or even just pass the word on, please consider doing so.
To find out more, jump to:
http://www.gofundme.com/iwkgh8
The family has also announced there will be a memorial service for Dylan 1 PM Saturday, Dec. 20 at Thomas Family Farms, 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. All are welcome.
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