Even though it has been 40 years since I had the privilege of being
around Kim as a fellow classmate and friend, the thoughts / memories
of her life, spirit and love for people all seem like those moments
were yesterday. When I read the testimonies posted on the website
following her death, saw the pictures of her life's journey and
reflected upon what she added to my life when I knew her the best in
high school, my immediate conclusion was: I am a blessed person to
have known her.

Kim was always a source of encouragement to me. I never experienced
a negative word or thought of criticism from her. She was genuine,
vulnerable, loving, kind, consistent, and her presence allowed any
tense moment to be placed in proper perspective. Her contagious smile
and the special sparkle that came from her brown eyes were priceless.
I could not tell you how many times I felt better after having the
chance to be around Kim when we were in school together. I am a
blessed person to have known her.

As I read your expressions of appreciation for those who have written
and expressed kind deeds in memory of Kim, I admire your strength,
your commitment to honoring Christ and can only imagine the paradox of
emotions you must encounter each day in missing her dearly while
knowing she is in the presence of Christ.

My prayers will be with you, Jenny and Wes as you move forward without
Kim as your Wife, your best Friend, their Mother, a Grandmother and
the special person she was to all who knew her. May the Lord keep you
in His Love, provide you comfort in your loss and renew your strength
through His Word. Please know, I am a blessed person to have known
Kim. She was a very good person and I count it an honor to have known
her as a friend.