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Kenneth Anderson
February 14, 2018
Just now I discovered that Kenneth has passed away and I'm very sad and emotional to find this out nearly eight years later. Both of us were good friends and shared so many terrific moments playing basketball and baseball against each other in high school. Our Union and Garland High Schools had some wonderful games against each other, Union owned us in basketball and Garland owned Union in baseball. We played so many pickup games on weekends and let me say this our competition was always fierce, but we never ended a game angry about the game outcomes.
I saw Kenneth off and on in Clinton while he and I lived there and we always had great conversations during the softball games played in Clinton. We lost touch since the early 80's but I will never forget his competitive spirit, sportsmanship and friendship. I hate going through each year and discovering that a friend has passed away and it has taken so long to be able to pass along my sentiments and condolences. I just today found out that Kenny's brother Gary Raynor passed away in June 2017 and Gary also played against me and my brother James in sports as well. He was also a good player too!
May he rest in peace for all eternity and God bless his soul,
Kenneth Anderson
GySgt USMC
Retired
Garland High School
Class of 1971
Phil Pope
April 25, 2010
Debbie,
I have many fond memories of Caesar. Number one memory is that he introduced me to LaVerne, my wife of 32 years. Number two was when he dribbled between my legs for a win in a game of 21.... I consider him a friend even though it has been 30 years since we last talked.
There is no doubt in my mine he was a committed husband and father.
Phil Pope
Turkey, NC
Union 1971
Auburn University 1984
Colonel, Army Retired
Key Wendell
April 21, 2010
I will miss Kenny, he was a friend, a mentor. Rest in Peace my friend.
Judith Crowder
April 19, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
April 18, 2010
Debbie. The Angels rejoice at the death of a saint, but as humans, we still feel a sense of loss and sadness when we lose a loved one. I too, am saddened at the loss of a good friend and such a powerful networker. Sorry I couldn't be at the services due to recovering from surgery at home, but my prayers go up for you and your family during this time. Of a certain, you and your family will have some wonderful memories of Kenny to propel you forward. God Bless. Bill Waddell
April 17, 2010
dear debbie, my heart was saddened at the news of my childhood friend going HOME, but because we all know the same Jesus we can be assured of seeing Kenneth again. my mind is flooded with great memories of playing together as kids and of days together in the business. friendships were formed during those business years never to be broken. love and blessings forever
teresa
Leon and Barbara Joyce
April 17, 2010
Kenny,
I heard about the legend 14 years ago, but I only met you a few months ago. Thank you for being my mentor and my friend and challenging me to have a breakout year. When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. When you transitioned, you rejoiced while the world cried. We will miss you.
Scott and Denise Britt
April 17, 2010
If we could hear Kenny in Heaven right now, I suppose he would be saying..."well this is alright here", and then begin to dazzle the Lord with his special way he dazzled so many people here and around the world. He loved the Lord, his family and the life he led bringing people to a different place in life. We have so very much respect for Kenny and our thoughts and prayers go out to Debbie and the rest of the family. Wth every presentation he did he made sure everyone knew his "WHY" was Debbie, his daughters and those grandsons and the Alram Clock. He will be truly missed. Scott and Denise Britt Wilmington NC
Ron Eggleston
April 17, 2010
Like many others I too was mesmerized when listening to Kenny. First on the phone then in person in Wilmington at the 2 plus 7 event in October. He made the long trip from Alaska definatly worthwhile. My condolances go out to his family and all his friends .
Denise Walker
April 17, 2010
I met Ken in person last year in Wilmington at the 2plus7 event. What a guy! He could light a room up by his words--that is what I will miss about him--the guy could mesmerize you with his oratory skills. I guess God Needed Him Back -- We will miss you Kenny! You Touched Our Hearts Our Lives and Our World!
Jimmy Williams
April 16, 2010
Debbie, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Kenny was a very special friend to all. He was one of the most positive and confident people I have ever known and he will be greatly missed by all. I pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort and strengthen you and your family.
Love, Pastor Jimmy & Terri Williams
amanda rose
April 16, 2010
When I say Ken Raynor, I think a man who loves his kids more than life itself, loving husband, mentor , honest, motivated, God fearing, selfless man who we all loved.
I can not begin to tell of all the things Uncle Kenneth has done for me in my life and childhood. I will cherish those "nature walks" he used to take all the kids on, all the endless Sunday basketball games, family vacations, good taste in cars and letting me drive them :) & most of all I will never forget his love for people.
The Raynor family may God wrap his arms around you in this time of sorrow and comfort you, have peace in knowing that you will be together again someday in the Kingdom of the Lord.
Love & deepest sympathy,
Amanda Jordan-Rose & family
Christine P
April 16, 2010
To Debbie and Family,
May you find solace in the memories you cherish and comfort in the arms of our Lord, until the day you are all reunited in His kingdom. God Bless.
Gena Andrews
April 16, 2010
Dear Debbie,
I can only imagine what you are feeling. Ken was and extrodinary person with a heart of gold. He has influenced and helped so many people including me. Bill, Rob and I will never forget him and all the wonderful laughs we had building "the business" together. My pray is that through his death many will find life in Jesus!
Praise God for his christian walk.
Hold fast to God's love and promise that you will see him again in heaven.
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
With much love and sympathy,
Gena Glass Andrews
SCOTT BRITT
April 16, 2010
Kenny Raynor was a man of inspiration and appreciated by all of us here in Wilmington for the love he showed for his family. We are so sorry for your loss, we have all lost a great friend. God bless your family.
Scott Britt and FAMILY
Wilmington NC
Lance Robinson
April 15, 2010
my name is lance robinson and thought i've only me ken a short while ago, we spent time talking and getting to know each other. i found ken to be honest and very compassionate. He loved life and lived to the full. His kindness was disarming and made me want to know him better. I can only imagine how you nfeel after spending a life time with him. He was a man that was easy to love and respect. I will miss him and the time that we never got to spend. I offer prayers and condolences to the Raynor family. My name is Lance and i met ken thru the Amega global business. If you've been in kens presence then you've been blessed.
April 15, 2010
As we go through life God blesses us with friends. Kenny was a blessing from God. Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
David Hodson
April 15, 2010
DEBBIE & FAMILY. WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. KEN WAS SUCH A NICE PERSON. CALL US IF WE CAN HELP YOU WITH ANYTHING. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
GAYE, RALPH VITOLO & FAMILY
April 15, 2010
My husband, William and I met Kenneth Raynor on October 17, 2009 in Wilmington, NC. He was inspiring to listen to. I heard him speak since also. He will be missed by many. I pray that the Lord will give you strength. Martha Black of High Point NC.
Ms.Genny Howard
April 15, 2010
The Family of Kenneth M. Raynor,
My prayers is said for the each of you,just remember that Kenneth isn't suffering in pain now, and that you will see him again, he is walking the street paved with Pure Gold. Look to God for your strenght during this time and everyday.Kenneth is your loss but he is Heaven gain.
Northview Baptist Church
Ms.Genny R.Howard
8054 Flaming Star Drive
Linden N.C. 28356
Kelly Sutton
April 15, 2010
Debbie, Girls and Family:
It is hard to even write something... I am really without words. Only knowing Kenny for just over a year my heart is broken. I can only imagine the pain you are feeling and just wanted to let you know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers forever.
It was the incredible love he had for his family that poured over to all of us in the network industry. His passion, strength and unending dedication kept him focused... something we all prayed for in ourselves. I will never be able to sit through a meeting again and not think of Kenny. There will be no one to "close the deal" like Kenny did.
Kenny created a huge attended family that will need to continue in his honor and make him proud. We will struggle without our mentor and friend.
May God give you peace and understanding. May He lift you up when your heart is heavy and give you the strength needed to move on each and every day.
Love and Prayers to you,
Kelly Sutton
April 15, 2010
To my Dearest Friend and Mentor. I love you buddy. Thank you for always being there for me when I had no where to turn for help. I am going to miss you so much. Bill Harloff
Linda Hinton
April 15, 2010
So sorry for the loss of a really wonderful man. Kenny had the true gift of encouraging others to be their very best and to go for their dreams, always with true wit and honesty. His humor will ever be missed by so many. God bless his family. He's now with his Lord and Savior in the "mighty clouds of glory."
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