Blaine and Faith, July 2008, with Shep, the Cougar survivor. |
These photos are in memory of Grandpa Blaine Kenney, who passed away last night. Cancer attacked his brain and in less then three weeks from diagnosis, he was gone.
Blaine was my husband Rob's, teacher back in 7th and 8th grade, in Anchorage, Alaska. When Rob became a Christian, Blaine's family adopted him into their family every Sabbath, including him in church and everything they did. He became one of the kids, and Blaine and his wife became his Christian parents.
Faith on Sassy, the horse, and Blaine along side, July 2008. At home in Baker City, OR |
When my husband started attending school in the "lower 48". They had already moved there ahead of him. He went to their house for every home leave and holiday. He was the one who inspired my husband to get involved in amateur radio, which led him to his current career.
Rob's birth dad was an awesome man too. But he passed away back in 1978. Blaine has been there for Rob numberless times since. And now our kids call him "Grandpa." He's going to be missed by many people. I feel like I've just lost a dear one, too, for he was always so thoughtful of me, and loved my energetic kids.
Blaine, and Sammy the missionary dog, just over a week ago. Sammy made Blaine smile when he could barely talk. Photo by William at Heavenly Light Photography |
Blaine has spent his life being good friends with God. We take comfort in that.
Please pray for his dear wife and two lovely daughters, grandchildren, and all the other school kids, church kids, and other people, even strangers and rascals he loved through the years.
"Blessings on you" too, Blaine. See you soon.
"Even so, Come Lord Jesus."
My earliest memories are such great ones of life in Alaska with the Kenney family (and Christopher Robin). What a blessing a great teacher is!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. I know your family will miss him deeply. The empty spot he leaves in your heart will heal, but never go away. Praise God for heaven and health restored and all things made new again. Until that day, my heart goes out to your family and his. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteA great man and true example of christ, and a dear friend we will truelly miss. Look forward to meeting him again in heaven. Our prayers go out to his lovely wife and family. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure he was to so many people. I'm sorry for your loss. He will be missed for such a long time. I am glad you were able to visit him some recently. So sorry also for his wife, Faith.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed catching up on your blog. Love your garden produce! The harvest is such a fun time of year!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your dear friend of the family~ 'adopted' dad/grandpa. Take the time you need as a family to grieve~and remember that Jesus is coming soon!!