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In a few weeks, this year’s graduates, just like all the senior classes before us, will leave behind the routine aspects of high school and move forward with life. For the class of 2012, not all things will be abandoned. We will, of course, take with us our high school diploma and education, but distinctly, we carry forward the memory of Dallin Campen. Diagnosed with leukemia at only the age of ten, he spent the next seven years of his life fighting a battle that was so much larger than any of our breakups, makeups, and trivial dramas. On October 25 of our senior year, we lost Dallin - a fellow classmate and friend.
I first met Dallin in the fifth grade. He joined the Excel program at Brookdale Elementary School, therefore joining our small family of ten year old nerds. Dallin had been diagnosed the May before beginning fifth grade and while the class knew, looking back I’m not sure any of us fully grasped the gravity of the situation. Because of his chemotherapy treatments, Dallin was always wearing hats. I remember one day towards the end of the year when, feeling like rebels going against the rules, we all came to school wearing hats; sitting in the classroom and looking around, we were all the same. It was only one day, but reminded us of what matters most – Dallin’s motto of “no one fights alone.” Numerous lives have been touched by Dallin’s story, character, and the personal connections that we had with him; listed below are only a few of the countless memories and precious words we give to Dallin. Although he won’t be walking with us to receive our diploma, the class of 2012 will carry his strength and remember his spirit long past our graduation.
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Freshman Year: Dallin in his FPHS band uniform
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Here is what FPHS students had to say in memory of Dallin...
Love you bud.
–Chris Shockley
I remember his talents in art were far beyond a high school level, I remember him and I were always comparing art projects.
-Alexander Lahti
In memory to Dallin Campen, he was a kind individual, humble, enthusiastic, and fun! May he live eternally in happiness.
-Derrick San
The first time I met you, you shocked me literally, with the static from the slide. I’m sorry for biting you.
-Austin Hwang
Went to school with him since sixth grade, I never knew him well but he always looked like a happy kid.
-Theresa Falemalu
We all miss you.
-Scott Mowery
Dallin, I remember having you in class freshman year, and I wanted to say I’ll see you soon.
-Mariah Crichton
A heart that loved will always be loved.
-Shaila Nicole Lyons
Dallin, I miss you man, life really isn’t the same but I know you’re in a better place. I can’t wait to see you again.
-Cameron Walston
Dallin Campen who was always smiling everytime I saw him.
-Jessica Porter
Everytime someone mentioned going camping, Dallin would say, “I’m always ‘Campen’!” I would laugh at it everytime.
-Alexa Bayouk
He was one of the most energetic, nice people I’ve known. He was always down to help someone with homework and stuff. R.I.P man!
-Siara “T-Bone” Garcia
Dallin you are a great guy we miss you dearly.
-Ejoun Hayes
Rest in peace brother.
-Joshua Clark
Dallin, it was never an easy road, but now you can rest in paradise buddy!
-Shaianne Bel
I remembering using hand sanitizer and wearing ‘Livestrong’ bracelets in 5th grade. He was a cool kid and we thought of him as such.
-Royce Utterback
He was a smart young man. Reset in peace Dallin Campen.
Kennysha L. Johnson
May you rest in peace Dallin Campen. Gone, but not forgotten. On behalf of the FPHS class of 2012.
-Zhane Becketts
He had something to teach us all.
-Dillon Nilsen
Dallin you are a smart, caring, and loveable guy. For the time I knew you, you were such a great friend and always smiling. Miss you! – Michaela Stauffer
Rest in peace Dallin, you were a great friend.
-David Rim
Dallin went to my elementary school and we were in the same class first through fifth grade. When he was a lot, his mom came to our class and told us he had Leukemia and told us what it meant.
-Meredith Baldwin
You were a great person to be around, full of smiles ALL the time!
-Malisa Rowe
He was a calm and smart person. It’s sad that you’re not walking with us this year but you’ll be missed.
-Darrell Wilson
I see you everyday buddy right on my wrist and in my heart. I didn’t know you that well but I have been greatly inspired by your strength, and in time to come I’ll keep seeing you. I wish the best to your family. You live on in memory.
-Kolton J Couture
I always remember how happy and full of life he was. Going to his funeral was the saddest thing. But he made the best of his life.
-Payton Goodner
He was a brave young shoulder.
-Kunnary So
I remember meeting you in 6th grade and our conversation about what was for lunch that day.
-Vivier Herrera
Greatest trumpet player I know. Best memories were in 7th grade band at Ford Middle School.
-Korey Jay Coburn
We love you bro.
-Bailey Karwoski
Dallin and I used to play trumpet together. He was a good person.
-Jordan Timmers
R.I.P. Dallin I always enjoyed being in band and being friends with you.
-Nicholas Oliver
I’ve been in the same school with him since 6th grade. I will always remember and miss him.
-Shon Roe
Dallin, you’re the best neighbor I could ever ask for and playing in the snow. Not a day goes past that I don’t think about you bro.
-Terell McDonald
Always a strong person, never afraid of anything or anyone.
-Taylor Aponte
“No one fights alone” I live up to this quote from Dallin daily.
-Justin Woodard
You were one of my, and the rest of our group’s, brothers. We miss you more than anything but we know you are at graduation with us. Always with us!
-Parker, Matt, Brook, Cameron and Dylan
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