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sad.gif posted on 6-7-2013 at 09:40 AM
Extreme loss for one of our own


I found out this morning that our MDK (Mike Kenley) lost his son Josh yesterday due to drowning. He was at a local lake with friends. I know the PKF community shares the indescribable sorrow for the loss to Mike and his family.

Prayers to Mike and his family.
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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 09:47 AM


:(

Speechless.

Last thing I expected to find when I pulled up PKF today.

Condolences and prayers for Mike & loved ones.

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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 10:13 AM


Oh geez :( I can't imagine how that feels. Thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family Mike.

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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 10:25 AM


I'm so extremely sorry for your loss Mike and Christy
my love and prayers are with you
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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 10:26 AM


makes me sick, our prays go out to the entire family.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 10:37 AM


Somehow, words seem so insufficient to express my condolences.
Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 10:43 AM


Mike...my condolences. If there is anything I can do to help, please don't hesitate to ask.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 11:19 AM


My prayers are w/ your family....there is nothing else to say



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 12:18 PM


Mike, I can only imagine how horrible it is to lose a child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything that we can to aid or comfort you please let us know.
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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 12:24 PM


I can't imagine it,... prayers to the Kenley family from our family and condolences to you.

As Abkayak said, there's nothing else to say.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 02:33 PM


I am soooo sorry to hear this...



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 02:57 PM


Take comfort in knowing that Josh is somewhere near and is either flying or helping someone learn to fly.Our prayers are with you Kenley family.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 03:03 PM


There are no words to ease the pain of the loss of a child so I'll simply say I'm praying for you and your loved ones that you may draw more lovingly around one another at this time of great loss and sorrow.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 03:47 PM


Sincere condolences. Extremely saddening to think of ever losing a child.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 04:15 PM


Oh my Lord.
Likewise as others have said, no words can ease the pain you and your family must be in.

But please know this Mike,
It is not for us to understand why the Lord calls one home when he does.
You must have faith that the Shepherd always takes care of his sheep.

My deepest sympathy and prayers sent. I've never met you, but we are a family here It feels like.

To sad to even chit-chat tonight now :( :( :(








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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 05:02 PM


Really sorry to hear that :( best wishes to family and friends...



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 05:46 PM


My thoughts go out to you and your family.
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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 06:33 PM


Mike, we have not met yet but my heart goes out to you and the wife. As said before there are no words. Stay strong through this horrible trial.
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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 06:56 PM


So sad to hear this, :(prayers and thoughts with you and your family during this difficult time.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 07:10 PM


OMG. I simply can't imagine your sorrow.

My Prayers will go to you and your family.



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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 07:15 PM


so sorry for your loss. Wishing you and your family as well as can be
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[*] posted on 6-7-2013 at 09:33 PM


My heart is sad for you and your family, This is one of lifes most dificult trials, please accept my condolences.



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[*] posted on 7-7-2013 at 06:05 AM


So sorry to hear this news. Mike, and the family, my most sincere condolences to you. I cannot express how my heart sinks every time I hear a parent has to bury a child.

Wishing your family great strength.





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[*] posted on 7-7-2013 at 05:16 PM


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[*] posted on 7-7-2013 at 07:52 PM


I don't know what to say. What an enormous loss.

Mike, my heart aches for you. Many, many prayers being sent for you and your family.



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[*] posted on 8-7-2013 at 07:59 AM


Man, MDK. I can't even begin to fathom how hard it must be to lose a child. My condolences. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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[*] posted on 8-7-2013 at 08:51 AM


Terrible news indeed. Thoughts are with you and your family Mike

...that news article was strange... "sorry thats all I got" ? Odd phrasing for news

Best wishes tho mike, anything we can do, dont hesitate to ask



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[*] posted on 8-7-2013 at 09:02 AM


So sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your son. Prayers of concern and comfort are being offered for you and your family.
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[*] posted on 8-7-2013 at 09:16 AM


Quote: Originally posted by Drewculous  
Terrible news indeed. Thoughts are with you and your family Mike

...that news article was strange... "sorry thats all I got" ? Odd phrasing for news

Best wishes tho mike, anything we can do, dont hesitate to ask


I think that story is like a forum post, not an official news story.



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[*] posted on 9-7-2013 at 06:04 PM


Thank you all for the kind words. I know there have been many questions as to what happened. I know the reports were strange.
Josh was at Mann Creek Reservoir with a few of his friends. One friend had a jetski. they were out on a dock in the middle of the lake playing king of the dock and goofing off. they decided to head back over to the boat dock, josh was the first to get a ride back, he was dropped off in the swimming area, gave his friend his life jacket for the next passenger to use and proceeded to swim in the swimming area. his friend with the jetski returned with the last passenger, they saw Josh swimming, they proceeded to tie up the jetski and pick up a few things they left on the beach when they realised Josh went missing, his friend with the jet ski was the first in the water to try and find him. it took 2.5 hours for rescue divers to find him just 10 feet from the boat dock, the visibility was nill, they had to bring out a boat with sonar or radar to locate him.

I have received a lot of messages and voicemails, I want everyone to know I really appreciate all the support and prayers, they are felt. not sure I am making much sense here, I am exhausted, I will check back later, thank you all!



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