Eli Richard Deery

Eli Richard Deery, 15 month old son of DJ and Natalie Deery, passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday, January 19 , 2020, in Bloomington, Minnesota. He was born October 16 , 2018 in Waterloo, Iowa. Eli is survived by his parents, sister Skylar Deery and brother Daniel Deery, all of Cedar Falls; paternal grandparents, Dan and Julie Deery, of Cedar Falls; maternal grandparents, Steve and Jane Harding of Crossville, Tennessee, and Brad Craig of Cedar Falls; paternal great grandmothers, Marlene Deery and Marianne Nemmers; maternal great grandparents Nolan and JoAnn Craig and Kay Drew, and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Eli was preceded in death by his paternal great grandfathers, Richard Nemmers and John Deery, Sr., his maternal great grandparents, Joseph Drew, Jerry and Faye Harding, and his maternal uncles Nick and Neil Harding.

Eli was such a sweet, loving, and happy baby boy. His bright smile was contagious and could light up any room. Eli was always "go-with-the-flow". His favorites included throwing and chasing balls, dancing to music, being outside, playing with cousins and friends, climbing all over his pet dog, Diesel, and trying to tag along and keep up with his older brother and sister. Eli was easy to make giggle and laugh. He gave the sweetest hugs and kisses. Eli had a favorite giraffe security blanket that he snuggled with daily.

All Eli knew in his short life on earth was love. Love from everyone who was blessed to know him. He will be remembered for his smile, laugh, and goofy personality. We love you, Eli. Fly high you beautiful angel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 25 , 2020, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Cedar Falls. Visitation will be 4—7:00 p.m. Friday , and one hour before the service Saturday , at St. Patrick Catholic Church. The burial service will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Patrick Catholic School in Cedar Falls. Online condolences may be left at www.DahlFuneralHome.com .