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for Kay Keith
Michelle Grigg-Cochise
July 25, 2022
John & Kay's Family...
When this opportunity popped up in my email...I decided to seize the moment to write a quick note.
There have been COUNTLESS times that Kay's voice rings in my head about some "tidbit" of wisdom that she shared with me over the many years that she touched & changed my life.
The most important influence that she had was to help me find my way to a relationship with the Lord. If she had not helped me with countless hours...YEARS of loving godly counsel to give me the life skills to heal the many hurts that had happened in my life....I would not have the beautiful relationship that I have with my Lord and Savior Jesus. A LOT OF WORK..listening & guiding...and LOTS & LOTS of praying ON HER PART to help me to stop being a victim & start the healing process. I share this because...I want you to know how much our Kay was loved & respected by so MANY that she helped guide into finding our way to Jesus...or for those that already knew HIM...a closer relationship with HIM. It was clear that she Loved HIM too!!
I was also fully aware that she had amazing love for her family and you John...she loved you guys so much.
I remember mostly...Michelle...remember..don't share what is not your story...
So...I will end this here...
And encourage others to share theirs with you.
You are loved & missed Kay...I for one have such a special place in my heart for you...YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN. See you in Heaven my friend...Love...MIchelle
Lynn Peterson
August 26, 2008
Dr. Monsour,
I had the privelege of being lifted up by your beautiful wife. She was a strong and graceful woman who embodied Christ's love and shared it so well with those who needed it. I am so thankful for having known her at a time when God knew I needed to meet her. Just wanted you to know how much she meant to me and offer my condolences for your loss. Much love, Lynn Kilroy Peterson
Lois Salome
August 8, 2008
Dear Jack,
I was so sorry to read of Kay's recent death, so soon after your mother's death. I knew that at the time of Eleanor's death, Kay was seriously ill in Houston and when we
hadn't heard anything from you, I felt that you were ministering to her needs too. You took wonderful care of both your father, your mother and your wife and for that you will be richly rewarded. Take care, and God bless!
CAROL RUBERY-JOSEPH
August 8, 2008
DEAR JACK;
IT HAS BEEN SO MANY YEARS SINCE WE WERE NEIGHBORS IN RHODE ISLAND.
OUR MEMORIES OF YOU AND YOUR WONDERFUL PARENTS ARE A WARM SPOT IN OUR HEARTS.
IT WAS SO SPECIAL THAT OUR MOTHERS KEPT IN TOUCH THROUGHOUT THE YEARS.
WE KNEW THROUGH ELEANOR WHAT A VERY SPECAIL PERSON KAY WAS.
SHE SEEMS TO HAVE GENTLY TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES.
OUR CONDOLANCES GO OUT TO YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY;
HILDA RUBERY AND HER DAUGHTERS,
CAROL, LINDA AND SUSAN
Barbara Hansen
August 7, 2008
I am so thankful that Kay allowed God to use her as His instrument to bring healing to so many. I am one of those who was touched in a life-changing way by her ministry, and I know that the many seeds she planted while here will continue to grow and flourish. She was an extraordinary woman of faith, commitment, strength, courage and love.
Michelle Grigg - Cochise
August 6, 2008
John & Precious Family,
Wow...how shocked I was to hear about Kay. John...after I saw you in Borders...I had a feeling that something was wrong...however because I respect your privacy I did not persue it. I had no idea that she was so sick. I was in California when Jack called me with the news. I fell to my knees and prayed. My heart is heavy with sadness to know that you all have lost such a loving and passionate mother, wife, and grandmother. To me she was a lifeline. Before I met Kay...as you well know...I was miserable trying to do life as usual...with drugs, alcohol, parties, and lots and lots of what Kay called "bad information". However with the Lord's guidance...and MANY HOURS of counseling...Kay and "Group" changed my life. Kay was a precious part of that process...you see...she saw in me what God saw....hope. I had lost my way...but she helped me find the Lord again. Lots of "speaking the truth in love", patience and after 12 years of loving and teaching....I slowly found hope and forgiveness and gave my life to the Lord. I've never looked back...alcohol free...drug free....and a guaranteed eternity with the Lord...and a life with purpose. WOW....and the most precious of gifts....I finally found peace. To Kay's son's and grandson's.....your mother and grandmother meant the world to me...I carry her in my heart...in my head...in my very DNA. She helped remold me...her call in life...to be God's ambassador....to welcome me into the kingdom. And now....she will welcome me again....as she is there before me. Oh what a precious gift she gave and continues to give.....herself. I will always have special memories and teaching to "pass forward" from Kay...... as I know she would want from all of us that gained much of our self esteem and purpose from such a wonderful matriarch. Thank you Kay....I can never say it enough.
Love...Michelle
Shaun Glicksberg
August 6, 2008
Father John,
I remember seeing Kay holding your hands and praying with you before you left for a meeting or something. She prayed with the quiet confidence that she always talked to the Lord with. Then she gave you a kiss and you left. I was so touched at how blessed the two of you were to have each other. I know she can't hold your hands now, but she still prays for you and you are still blessed.
Love in Christ, Shaun
Ann Smead
August 5, 2008
Father Brooks, Julie and your entire family,
You are in our prayers and thoughts this evening as we are traveling. Michael and I are so blessed to have known part of your wonderful family. In this short time that we have known you (you married us two years ago tomorrow) we are so blessed to consider ourselves part of your larger family.
My God give you save travels until you retrun to the Vail Valley, Love Ann and Michael
Patty Wilcox
August 5, 2008
John, Brooks, Kevin and Neil,
You are such loved and respected men who are greatly involved in God's work and expressing His love. I know how much Kay was so proud of each of you. My heart and best wishes go out to all of you and your families during this very difficult time. May God send abundant blessings to all of you during this sad time of change and adjustment without this wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.
With much love always,
Ruby Drash
August 5, 2008
Dear John - Kay was such a help to me in the beginning of my 19 years I served as Choir Director of St. Chad's Church. The two of you always gave me encouraging smiles. Kay was so proud of her sons, as well she might be. My heart goes out to you and your family. Ruby E. Drash
Kathy Palano
August 5, 2008
Dear John and Family:
When I remember Kay, the words "tell the truth in love" come to my mind. She was the most truthful, yet lovingly compassionate person I've had the privledge to know. She guided me and helped open my eyes, and I will hear many of her words in my head for years to come. I will always remember her strength, dignity, honesty, faith and non-judgmental compassion.
My prayer is that the words of comfort found in this book will somehow sustain you all through this difficult journey of grief. May our Loving Father wrap you in His arms and may the knowledge that Kay is safe with Him bring you peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Kathy Palano
Cammie Monroe
August 4, 2008
Dear Dr. Monsour and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Kay's work healing patients at the center will be missed. You and in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Marshal Sullivan
August 4, 2008
May God love keep you and draw you near at this time; may your mom's laughter and smile keep you going on your life journey, especially in the months and years to come when today seems like yesterday.
Pat Kelly
August 4, 2008
Dear John & Family:
My heart hurts for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
I have been exceedingly blessed by this smart, dynamic, joyful, forthright woman of God. I will miss her support but am daily guided by the life lessons she provided.
Grace & Peace
Larissa Brown
August 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Vernell Jones
August 4, 2008
The Keith Family, my deepest sympathies go out to all the family. Stay strong, keep the faith, know that she is resting peacefully and watching over her family both day and night.
Laura Beene
August 2, 2008
Dear John and Precious Family,
I want to extend my deepest sympathies to each of you. Kay was such a blessing in my life. She helped me find clarity, courage, grace and strength when I needed it most. I always found her full of joy, full of compassion for others, and full of the Holy Spirit doing God's work. I will miss her.
You are in my prayers.
With Love, Laura
Yara Lisa Castillo
August 2, 2008
Brooks, Neil, and Kevin,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
All my love,
Lisa
Renee Tomlinson
August 2, 2008
Dear John,Brooks, Kevin and Neil,
What a blessing Kay was in my life!! I pray peace for you all in this difficult time. She was definitely a model of strength and faith to so many people. I feel truly blessed to have had her in my life.
Anne-Marie Davis
August 2, 2008
Dear John,Kevin,Neil and Brooks
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Kay was a remarkable woman and affected the lives of so many. I pray that knowing she is with God, whom she passionately loved, will give you peace at this time.
Steve Schaefer
August 1, 2008
Dear John, Brooks, Kevin, Neil, and family: May the Lord comfort you and give you peace in this time of mourning. Kay's words and actions were a wonderful gift and blessing to me and to so many others whose lives she touched.
Jane Parker
August 1, 2008
Dear John:
I am so sorry to learn of Kay's passing. She was a blessing and a lifeline for me through many difficult weeks. Her calm manner, faith-filled counsel, godly countenance, and genuine love will forever be a part of my life as I continuously move along the healing path toward wholeness in Christ.
You and the family are in my prayers. She was always so proud of all of you.
Love
Navyne Kline
July 31, 2008
I was sorry to hear of Dr. Keith's passing. Though I know she is rejoicing with the Lord, those of us who are left behind will miss her. She helped so many get through the rough parts of life. My only regret is that I could not say good bye in person.
My prayers are with those whjo remain.
Gary Cartwright
July 31, 2008
Dear John, Brooks, Kevin and Neil
May God strengthen and comfort you as you mourn the loss of your wife and mother.
We will all miss Kay as she was very special to many of us, but in this time of loss and mourning we are here with you in prayer for comfort and consolation.
Deacon Gary
Sean and Lisa White
July 31, 2008
Dear John and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Kay was a wonderful neighbor and will be missed by many.
Jennifer
July 31, 2008
Dear John & Family,
May the precious Lord fill you up and hold you tight in your time of need. Kay lives in my heart, my thoughts, my works. I promise to honor this privilige on every step of my journey.
God's peace,
Jennifer
Barbara Escher
July 31, 2008
I was so blessed to have known Dr. Keith. I firmly believe that God placed her in my path at a time when her faith, her wisdom and her disciple's heart were what I desperately needed to transform my life.
In a conversation we had about faith, I remember her telling me, with that wonderful laugh, that she "sat on a big lap." And indeed she did - and does.
I hope her family knows the magnitude of the difference she made for people you will never know.
The enormity of your loss is the measure of how important a role she must have had in all your lives.
John Armstrong
July 30, 2008
My prayers are with Kay's family and all who loved her I will always treasure our friendship of almost 30 years.
Todd and Claire Ripley
July 30, 2008
Dear John,
May it give you some comfort to know that there are several praying for you just now. May all of the love and care you and Kay have extended over the years to so many, be returned to you in this time of loss. The three Ripley's are praying for you everyday. Love, Claire, Todd and Katie
Jennell Ballew
July 30, 2008
Dear John, Brooks, Kevin, Neil,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. Kay
was a wonderful wife, mother and sister in Christ. Peace be with you all.
William Wright
July 30, 2008
On behalf of the Samaritan Institute and its ministry of faith-sensitive mental health services in the United States and Japan, we pray for the repose of Dr. Kay MacLean Keith's soul. Our colleague Kay's healing ministry touched countless numbers of people over the years. During this time of sorrow, we also pray for God's comforting blessings on her family, friends, and those she faithfully served.
Amy & Allan Drake
July 30, 2008
Dear John,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything, please call us.
July 30, 2008
Dear John and Family, Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Kay is a wonderful woman and will always have a special place in our heart.
The staff at Dr. Pacholec's office
Patti Sellas
July 30, 2008
Dear John,
Bob and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family in your loss of Kay. May God provide you with His mercy, strength and peace in the weeks ahead.
Patti and Bob Sellas
Carol Davis
July 30, 2008
Dear John, Brooks, Neil, Kevin and family,
Kay will forever be in my heart. Knowing her was a blessing and an honor beyond measure. You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Love,
Carol
Susan Deaton Micek
July 30, 2008
My respect, admiration and love for Kay will live on in my heart forever. I am saddened for your loss John and for all of Kay’s family. I am grateful that Kay helped to equip me for these difficult times and many other hard phases of my life. God Bless You and Peace.
Susan Mills
July 30, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of Kay's death. May her soul rest in peace. She was a good friend.
Dar
July 30, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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