24-05-2025
Funeral service held for Bay Village lacrosse player Dylan Veselic
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BAY VILLAGE, Ohio (WJW) — A funeral service was held Saturday morning for Bay Village lacrosse player Dylan Veselic who tragically died after an accident during a game in early May.
Mourners filled the pews at St. Raphael Catholic Church and the Bay Village lacrosse team flanked the center aisle as Dylan's casket was wheeled into and out of the church.
It was similar scene Friday evening as people filed into St. Raphael Catholic Church in Bay Village for Dylan's viewing.
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'It's a sign of how much Dylan's life impacted so many people, not only throughout Greater Cleveland, but we've gotten messages from all around the country about this,' said Fr. Dan Schlegel, the pastor at St. Raphael's.
Dylan's life was cut short at just 16 years old. He's remembered as a straight 'A' sophomore with a big smile and a bright future. His family said he was a beacon of 'joy, laughter and determination.'
Following his tragic death, the Bay Village School District decided to cancel the games for the remainder of the lacrosse season, and the community has rallied around those affected by the incident, especially Dylan's family.
There was the 'Sticks Out for Dylan' campaign and the Meal Train fundraiser for the Veselics, which quickly surpassed $123,000.
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Saturday morning's funeral mass will take place at St. Raphael's at 10:30 a.m.
Dylan's burial will follow the funeral at Sunset Memorial Park.
The annual Bay Village Memorial Day 5K Run & Walk planned for Saturday has also been switched to a virtual event because of the traffic expected for the funeral.
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