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Monday, May 19, 2014
Cavin, Elizabeth Alice Marie
Elizabeth Alice Marie Cavin, 52, of Cedar Rapids, died unexpected Friday, Dec. 6, 2013 in her home. As per her request, she will be cremated, with a memorial in the family's cemetery in Jesup.
Liz enjoyed life and was always ready for a party either with family or friends. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
Liz was born Feb. 21, 1961.
She is survived by her children, Candice, Bianca and Michael Cavin-Decker; and son, Dahlton, who was adopted by a loving family; and siblings, Jeff Cavin and Kelly Cavin-Elmore.
Liz was preceded in death by her sons, Jonathan and Thomas; and parents, Bill and Bonnie.
A celebration of life will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Iowa Realty Building, 100 First Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids.
“What but life goes by on the wings of a butterfly.”
Published in The Gazette Dec. 12, 2013.