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for Kent Projansky
Ben Green
December 15, 2021
Stories of Kent continue within our softball circle, what a character and a great guy. His legendary status remains well intact. Miss him.
Judith Eber
December 15, 2020
Always loved. Always remembered.
Ed Wise
January 23, 2005
As I said to Kent's Cousin Scott(more like another brother) yesterday, I feel as if Kent is watching over us as he always did. It is not often you meet people in life that are your true friends bar nothing! Kent was always there for me and anyone else that needed advice, help, laughter, fun, a shoulder to cry on. A reality on how short life is and how we need to take advantage of it. I could always count on him to do whatever was needed at anytime and I never worried about asking. I was lucky/privledged to take a week vacation with Kent prior to this nightmare. We actually helped break in the new Seminmole Hard Rock hotel over thanksgiving. Kent was Kent the whole trip. We had a special thanksgiving dinner together and then it was "STACK" time after the huge meal. A week later I had a clients BDAY bash and I needed to trust someone with my place, money and making sure the suprise went off without a hitch....only one person to call...my good dear friend Kent.
Our families grew up together and I will always think of you as family. I am confident you are smiling in a better place waiting to take care of us again when we meet there.
Kent lived a lifteime in such a short life, an example for us all to follow.
There isn't a day I can't stop thinking about him. There is a huge whole in my heart. My remedy, think of ALL the good and fun we had together. The hole vanished quickly. The words BLOOP, WEAK, STACK, etc will always bring a smile to my face as these are from cousin K's dictonary high in the sky.
One final note/leasson learned: Kent valued his family and friends more then life itself. His love for his cousins, brothers,sister,parents, nieces and nephews was neverending. He spoke the world of them and would stop the world for them if needed.
My dear friend....you will NEVER be forgotten!
Gary Diamond
January 21, 2005
My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to everyone that has ever met my great friend Kent. Family, friends, and mere acquaintances alike. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of Kent. He taught me to live life the way "I" would want to, not the way society thinks that I should. Our lives are precious and we should cherish everything that we have experienced and experience everything that we can. Just don't piss anybody off in the process! He would tell me. He sure never did. When I tell friends of mine, that had only met him once, of his passing, they are saddened and always offer their condolences. The mere fact that he could leave such an impression with someone that he met for just a brief time is evidence of what a great person he had become. I will miss Kent dearly, but everytime that I do something, see something, say something, or even hear something that reminds me of him, it will bring not a tear to my eyes, but rather a smile to my face. Kent, I am not going to "get over it", you will always be with me.
Gary
Lucy Alvarez
January 18, 2005
To Kent's Family & Friends, I also met Kent through a close friend in Whiting Indiana. The very first time we met was as if we were long time friends. He always made me laugh. Wishing you comfort & strength in your time of loss.
Lucy Alvarez,Cedar Lake, IN
Zorine Brodacz
January 16, 2005
Dearest Shelia, Stan, and the Projansky family,
It shocked me when I heard of the tragic loss of Kent. My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Projansky family.
Kent and Todd at Wrigley 2003
January 12, 2005
Heather Tierney
January 12, 2005
Todd,
I cannot explain how good it was to speak with you yesterday. We share a common bond that others cannot understand. We understand one another's grief and pain.. and we understand the feelings of joy and laughter as we remember our precious siblings.
I know Jenn and Kent our poking us in the ribs.. telling us to "get over it" or "It's going to be okay". They are beckoning us to laugh and enjoy life. They will both forever remind us why life is so good. We were both eternally blessed when God gave us the gift of brotherhood and sisterhood. Death cannot steal that away from us.
I'll leave you with a poem I found recently.
WE DO NOT NEED A SPECIAL DAY
We do not need a special day To bring you to our minds.
The days we do not think of you Are very hard to find.
Each morning when we awake, We know that you are gone.
And no one knows the heartache As we try to carry on.
Our hearts still ache with sadness And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you No one will ever know.
Our thoughts are always with you, Your place no one can fill.
In life we loved you dearly; In death we love you still.
There will always be a heartache, And often a silent tear.
But always a precious memory Of the days when you were here.
If tears could make a staircase, And heartaches make a lane,
We'd walk the path to heaven And bring you home again.
We hold you close within our hearts; And there you will remain,
To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.
Our family chain is broken now, And nothing seems the same,
But as GOD calls us one by one, The chain will link again.
-Author Unknown
Thank you for your time and compassion. May God embrace us both and carry our families through.
Heather
Jennifer
January 11, 2005
To Kent's family and endless friends....I met Kent only one time through a very dear friend of mine when I visited Chicago. He had such an amazing smile and beautiful bright eyes that accompanied a very magnetic personality. I am so sorry for your loss....May each of you find sincere comfort, peace, and strength..
Louise Gutierrez
January 10, 2005
Next week will be a month ago that I lost one of my very best friends. No matter how much time passes I will always remember Kent!I recently found this guest book and can't stop reading the entries. I love seeing that everyone loved Kent just as much as I do. To the entire family, I am thinking of you with the sympathy and understanding that words can only try to express.
(I attemped to send a photo to the gallery, of a peaceful Kent at dinner... I sure hope my low knowledge of computer technology works). PS. I am his friend that lived in Whiting/Hammond, Indiana.
Kent 'Proj' Projansky 8-20-04 Chicago
Louise Gutierrez
January 10, 2005
Elaine Soode
December 31, 2004
Dear Sheila and Family,
I am so sad to know of your loss. Although I never got to know Kent personally, after reading all the notes of condolence I have a picture in my mind of a very warm, caring and affable person. My heart goes out to all of you, and may you find solace in your memories of Kent and all the love you feel from your family and friends.
Love, (Cousin) Lainie
Janis Peltier
December 28, 2004
Dear Sheila -
I just returned to Chicago and heard the tragic news. May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family and bring you peace. And, now you have an angel to guide you here on earth. You will hear him many times. God bless you.
Janis Peltier
Kelly Kennedy
December 28, 2004
I had the privelage of getting to know Kent during the 3 years that we lived in the same apt. building. Whenever I saw Kent he was always surrounded by friends and always had a on smile from ear to ear. He will be missed.
Mimi Kite
December 28, 2004
To the Projansky Family,
I am sorry to hear about Kent. Heartfelt prayers and thoughts are being sent to you from Los Angeles.
With Sympathy,
Andrea Berk
December 27, 2004
Dear Sheila and Family: My deepest sympathy to all of you. My thoughts are with you.
Andy Berk
Mo Schub
December 24, 2004
Dear Sheila, Dan, and Carol, Just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you. No words can express how sorry I was to hear of this terrible loss. I only hope better days are near. Mo
holly brownstein
December 24, 2004
to all of kent's family and friends: Please accept my condolences. I cannot find the words that would express how deeply sorry i feel for you all. If there is an example of living life to the fullest - kent showed us all how. I will surely miss him at all the concerts and events we would often see each other at. He will be missed dearly by so many people!
Cindy Topel
December 23, 2004
Dear Sheila:
Exactly a year ago I was in the same horrible position that you are in right now when I lost my daughter Carolyn. I totally sympathize with you and know what you are going through.
If ever you need to talk I will be glad to help you in any way I can. My heart goes out to you and your family during this most difficult time. May the good memories you have of Kent sustain you. He will be missed by many.
Love, Cindy
Mike Hochberg
December 23, 2004
My deepest condolences to the Projansky family. I'll never, ever forget, and continue to tell the story to this day, of my greatest pitching performance (1979 - MNLL) in which Kent would tell me after each inning how many strikeouts I had. He was so excited for me. What a thoughtful, selfless young man he was then. That's how I will always remember Kent.
Tim and Marianne Gormley
December 23, 2004
Dear Projansky Family,
We send our sympathies with great sadness and disbelief on the news about Kent. We met Proj at KU - and he was an integral part of the Breezedale gang. So many great memories with Adam, Rich, Timmy, Steve, Kent and Alex. Whether it was a party, KU B-ball game or just hanging out at Breezedale, Proj always had a smile and laugh to make it more festive. We saw Kent last Spring in St. Louis, getting ready to cheer the Hawks on to victory. He was so pumped up, (as always), and had that huge smile that made everyone happy. His smile and laugh will be greatly missed. We take comfort in knowing he touched so many people. He will always be in our hearts and in our memory.
Elyse Caplan-Zanetti
December 23, 2004
Dear Sheila,Stan,Tod and Drew,
There are not enough words in this world to express my sorrow, and how sorry I am to hear about kent's passing. I would like to send my deepest condolences to the whole family. My thoughts and prayers will be with the whole family, please know that Kent is now with God and the angels in heaven, and he is looking down on all of you now and forever.
Love Elyse
Tina Nady
December 23, 2004
We're gonna miss you Buddy!
I'm going to miss the big smile and warm hugs. God Bless.
Tina
jeff gassel
December 22, 2004
my deepest sympathy to the family and loved ones.
Brenda Skintges-Rodes
December 22, 2004
Dear Sheila and Family, Words can't convey how sad I feel for all of you. You're in my thoughts, in my heart and in my prayers. I send you all my love.
Brenda
ROSALYN CAPLAN
December 22, 2004
I WAS DEEPLY SHOCKED TO HEAR OF KENT'S PASSING. SHEILA I HAVE THOUGHT OF YOU OFTEN, BUT TODAY MY HEART CRIES OUT FOR YOU. THERE ARE NO WORDS OF COMFORT TO HELP YOU AT THIS SAD TIME IN YOUR LIFE.. KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED AND HOLD YOUR FAMILY TIGHT AND LOVE EACH OTHER EVERY DAY. I WILL KEEP HIM IN MY PRAYERS. MAY GOD HELP YOU THROUGH YOUR SORROW.....LOVE ROZ CAPLAN
Phyllis J Beilgard
December 22, 2004
My prayers are with Kent's family and friends. Kent was a student of mine and I always enjoyed his sense of humor and quietness. He will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathies during this most difficult time.
Jamie & Paul Weiss
December 22, 2004
Our hearts go out to the entire Projansky family. Our lives are so much the richer for having been friends with Kent. The years we spent at Elm Street Plaza as neighbors, friends, sunbathers, sports fans, couch potatoes, and revelers were some of the best. Kent was a great friend-honest, trustworthy, reliable, funny and caring. He inspired loyalty in his friends as well. He will be missed by so many.
ben & sandy braver
December 22, 2004
our thoughts are with you all in this time of sorrow, had known kent a long time and fun loving person .
Aaron Swerdlove
December 22, 2004
I knew Kent as a little kid and in college we were re-acquainted as young adults. I will remember him always as a kind hearted soul with a spirit to match, and an easy going guy who made one feel comfortable as his friend. My sincere condolences to Kent's family and friends for this untimely loss. I will pray that his spirit lives on here and in heaven always and forever.
Marla Spiwak
December 22, 2004
Dear Sheila & Stan and all of the family and friends of Kent. I was so shocked to get the news of Kent's terrible tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with.
Love,Marla
Chuck & Naomi Berndt
December 22, 2004
Shiela & Family
Please accept our most profound sympathies. No one can understand the pain you are feeling but, please know that our thoughts are with you. We will always be ther for you.
Alan Turner
December 22, 2004
I'm so sorry about Kent, please accept my condolences.
Ruthsheila and Larry Tepper
December 22, 2004
Sheila and Stan. Having seen your kids growing up, we were devastated after reading the news about Kent. Our prayers and wishes are with you both, and may his soul always look over you and your family, and give you some peace and confort.
Judy Eber
December 22, 2004
I feel so sad for my friend. I know, though, that you are proud that so many kind words and happy memories remain. It is clear that Kent was highly regarded by so many people. I hope this will ease the pain. Love and hugs.
Rich Werner
December 22, 2004
Proj, Projo, KJ, Trevor or just Kent-he was to myself and the MANY who knew him, a bigger than life person.
He was brave enough to live life to it's fullest and I am proud to have experienced life and many of the happy/ fun things that it provides with my friend Kent. Our paths didn't cross as much in recent years, but he and I, and many who knew him well, will be FOREVER bonded by the GREAT times we shared. My deepest heartfelt condolences are warmly extended to all of Kent's family.
Neal Cohen
December 21, 2004
My heart and prayers go out to the Projansky family at this sad time.
I was a friend of Kent’s at KU and lived next door to him my freshmen year. He was a funny guy and never took anything to seriously. He always made us laugh and was kind hearted. Though it has been years since I last had contact with him I do have fond memories of our years in college. He will be missed.
RENEE-HERB ROSENBERG
December 21, 2004
WE WERE DEVASTED UPON HEARING ABOUT
KENT.OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES.
WE WILL MISS SEEING HIM IN FL.
AUNT RENEE HERB ROSENBERG
aaron weinstein
December 21, 2004
Pass the ball, pass the ball, now shoot it! Harry Potter, Thats Harry Potter, Thats right! His never ending stories about how great the Jayhawks are or how the Bears never throw the ball down field. JUST THROW THE BALL! Kent said, or how the cubs never had a clean up hitting and never had a good closer. His loud insachable laugh that you could hear 50 feet away, you knew when Kent was in the room. He would do whatever it took to get a laugh out of you, and if you didnt laugh then he laughed for both of you. It didnt matter if everytime he made you laugh or made you mad, he would always find you somewhere and make you laugh again! He had a nact for knowing when you were depressed and always tried to put you on his shoulders to pick you up again. The only thing Kent did wrong was being too trusting of anybody. No matter who you were or where you came from. That kind of stuff never mattered to him. He would look for the good in any soul who crossed his path. In the world we live in now, you have to keep your guard up and walk on earth only with the people you have walked with for a long time. He did not want to see this world. He wanted a place where everyone could walk on earth, around the earth together.
I know your smiling at me somewhere Kent.
I could feel it!
Matt Sauer
December 21, 2004
If we can all remember Kent, and recall the finest moments we experienced with him, feel his presence and pray for him, then we can help usher his Spirit to the next level. I love to remember his growling voice saying
"faaagettaboutit". There will always be an extra seat at Manny's.
Love ya Buddy.
mark&betty wayborn
December 21, 2004
to the Projansky family:
although distance prevented us from knowing Kent well..we are saddened to hear of his passing...sheila..please know that we are thinking of you at this time
mark,betty and carmel wayborn
winnipeg-canada
harold and henry fischer
December 21, 2004
the fischer family wishes to extend our prayers and condolences.
Dave Kredow
December 21, 2004
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Sheila, please accept my deepest condolences.
Micki Thull
December 21, 2004
Sheila,Honey I am just devastated,as i know you are.I didn't know Kent,but from what i've read from his friends,and knowing you,this is a great loss.My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Renee Seres-Blustein
December 21, 2004
To Sheila and Family,
Please accept my condolances.
As a parent it must be devistating to lose a child. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you.
Renee Seres Blustein
Steven Karras
December 21, 2004
I am profoundly saddened by the tragic news of Kent's passing. As a kid I was lucky enough to enjoy the energy, warmth, and hospitality of the Projansky home as Drew's friend and occasional houseguest. It was there that I met Drew and Todd's older brother, Kent who I always loved seeing--especially as his Goldcoast neighbor in recent years. My brother, Michael who was still in contact with Kent, and has remained friends with Todd, shares my sadness. We will miss Kent's twinkling personality as well as his inimitable presence felt by all who knew him. My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Projansky family.
sauer mary
December 21, 2004
Kent has been like a brother to myself and my family for so long, he will be terribly missed. Our prayers are with the Projansky family, and memories of Kent will be kept in our hearts forever.
Luke Sauer
December 21, 2004
Hey Good Lookin'! Proach, I was hoping this was not true. Your ability to bring smiles and joy to anyone in virtually any situation will be missed by so many (I hope you know how many friends you have). Lunch at Manny's? I will be looking for you everytime from now on...Peace to you my friend. Luke
Judy Weiss
December 21, 2004
Dear Sheila and Family,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
sharon bral
December 21, 2004
Kent was an amazing person who was always smiling and had positive energy all around him. I will miss him very much and he will always be in my heart forever.
RICHIE GOMEZ
December 21, 2004
RICHIE GOMEZ AND FAMILY WISH TO EXTEND OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES AT THIS VERY SAD TIME FOR YOUR FAMILY.
KENT WAS MY GOOD FRIEND AND WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
Ina Turner-Jones
December 21, 2004
Dear Sheila and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My memories of our kids growing up together are still so clear and special. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Love, Ina
Jeff Benach
December 21, 2004
I knew Kent for many years. He was always kind, of high spirit and, most of all considerate. When he had health problems, such as with his spinal surgery a few years back, he never showed anything but a positive attitude, and never felt sorry for himself, which is undoubtedly the reason he bounced back from it so well. His spirit will surely be missed by all who knew him.
Joseph & Leslie Sauer
December 21, 2004
Kent was pure sunshine. We are so deeply sorry for his family and friends. Everyday he will be in our hearts and thoughts.He was a loving part of our extended family - we will miss you always. This photo was from our wedding September 13, 2003.
Joe kupfer
December 21, 2004
This is one of the saddest days. Kent was such a big hearted person. He will be missed by me and many more very much.
My heart and my prayers go out to all Kent's family and friends.
Douglas Horwich
December 21, 2004
My heart goes out to the family and friends who loved Kent. He was an amazing man who will be missed by all. I will always remember his generous spirit and the great times we shared together. I will miss you always and think of you often my friend.
Forever,
Ben Green
December 21, 2004
I was a friend of Kent's for many years. Softball was our connection and Kent will be deeply missed as a member of the "Dickfers." He lived every day to the fullest and I guarantee anyone who met him, will never forget him.
Kent will be deeply missed.
Ben "eatr"
Jeffrey Smith
December 21, 2004
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Kent. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Kent was a kind man with a great sense of humor. I always enjoyed spending time with him when I returned to Chicago.
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