Kim's Dad has passed

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Donna70
Donna70 Member Posts: 852 Member
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For those of you who knew Kim Heburn Priest from the board, her Dad, Kenny, passed away this morning. All the family was able to see and visit him this weekend and he was alert and able to speak to them all. They thought they were going to have weeks with him but it was not to be and he was ready. Many of them including Kim had to return home Sunday with Kenny telling them to be careful and rest if they got tired. That is the person he was, always thinking of others. They also thought he would not let go and try to hold on if they stayed. So another of our EC people has gone, much too soon for all who knew and loved him. He was an extraordinary man and accomplished much in his life but most of all, he raised a beautiful family who are so grateful to have had him as their husband and father and grandfather.
Donna70

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  • TerryV
    TerryV Member Posts: 887
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    Condolences to Kim & family
    I am so sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. It's always too soon when it's EC that takes another....

    Please know, Kim & family, that your family is lifted in our prayers. We share our strength with you.

    Terry
    wife of Nick, age 48
    dx T3N1M0 05/19/11
    THE 09/08/11
  • paul61
    paul61 Member Posts: 1,391 Member
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    I am so sorry to hear that Kenny has left us
    My deepest condolences to Kim and all of Kenny's family and friends.

    May God welcome Kenny into his loving arms and provide support and peace to his family during this difficult time.

    Sadly,

    Paul Adams
    McCormick, South Carolina
  • Luvs24
    Luvs24 Member Posts: 75
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    paul61 said:

    I am so sorry to hear that Kenny has left us
    My deepest condolences to Kim and all of Kenny's family and friends.

    May God welcome Kenny into his loving arms and provide support and peace to his family during this difficult time.

    Sadly,

    Paul Adams
    McCormick, South Carolina

    I did not know Kim or her family,
    But I send my condolences just the same. I am so sorry to hear of another loss to this horrible disease.

    God has called him home to Him, and may he bless the survivors whose lives Kenny has touched.

    Beth
  • Moelap53
    Moelap53 Member Posts: 3
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    ONE MORE EC HAS LEFT US
    Kim, I wish I could be there for you he fought a hard fight and always had, you will have many memories of your dad, but he no longer has to suffer, you and your siblings were great to make sure you followed through with everything and made a point to go see him all the time. I just wished he could make it to the end of year, but now he is in heaven with the all the others that has gone on before him. Our Kitten was our first and now its coming to a close with all the old ones that first started together on the board. Its sad but happy no more suffering. Please know I have been following you on his caring bridge along with this site.

    Remember this : LIFE ISN'T ABOUT WAITING FOR A STORM TO PASS ITS LEARNING HOW TO DANCE IN THE RAIN, AUTHOR KITTEN0385

    I LOVE YOU KIM

    ALWAYS
    lori
  • unclaw2002
    unclaw2002 Member Posts: 599
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    Kim,
    Such heartbreaking news
    Kim,

    Such heartbreaking news after we all thought he had beaten back the beast. Your dad was a warrior and wonderful man from all the stories you have shared. I know he was proud of you and grateful for all your hard work in raising the awareness of Espohageal Cancer.

    Much love and prayers to you. Although we grieve I know you are comforted by your amazing family and the wonderful memories you have of your dad. By the way loved the picture of the two of you dancing at your wedding. Such a happy moment the love and happiness on both your faces made me smile.

    Thinking of you and your family,
    Cindy
  • Ginny_B
    Ginny_B Member Posts: 532
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    May he rest in God's peace.
    May he rest in God's peace. I'm so sorry for the loss.
  • K_ann1015
    K_ann1015 Member Posts: 500
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    long journey---great life lived
    thanks Donna---I will always fondly remember you---as you had your surgery with in a day of my dads--- thanks for your postmost won't know us as I have not been able to keep up or post much---but all here are a great family .. Her e is his caring bridge site:
    http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kennyheburnjr/journal

    miss you already dad...
  • ritawaite13
    ritawaite13 Member Posts: 236
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    K_ann1015 said:

    long journey---great life lived
    thanks Donna---I will always fondly remember you---as you had your surgery with in a day of my dads--- thanks for your postmost won't know us as I have not been able to keep up or post much---but all here are a great family .. Her e is his caring bridge site:
    http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kennyheburnjr/journal

    miss you already dad...

    So sorry
    Kim I am sorry to hear of your dad's passing. God's blessing to you and your family.
    Rita
  • birdiequeen
    birdiequeen Member Posts: 319
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    saddened
    Kim,

    I'm sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You gave some wonderful input on the board when I joined, and it saddens me to hear of another loss to EC. Please know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
  • jss2011
    jss2011 Member Posts: 132
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    birdiequeen said:

    saddened
    Kim,

    I'm sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You gave some wonderful input on the board when I joined, and it saddens me to hear of another loss to EC. Please know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Kim
    I am very sorry to read of your Dad's passing. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Julie

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