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TRIBUTES FOR MEMBERS LOST => Rememberance For Past Members => Tributes for Kevin "Katonsdad" => Topic started by: okarol on May 15, 2012, 05:46:52 PM
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This was posted an hour ago on the facebook for Katonsdad (Kevin) -
It is with a heavy heart that I'm on Kevin's face book page. I do not know all of you that he is friends with and you may not know me. I'm Kevin Janke sister Sandy Janke Cram. His wife Susan Janke and the rest of the family our very sadden by the passing of Kevin this morning May 15th, 2012. We would like to thank all of you for being a special person in his life. Some of you he has known scene grade school and some of you more recently from his sons grade school. We take great comfort in knowing that Kevin is now Hanging with Jesus (as said by one of his Nephews). If you would like to contact is wife or myself please feel free.
Also posted on facebook - from his wife Susan -
My sweet husband, Kevin Janke, passed away early this morning. He was a generous man until the end. He gave the gift of his eyes and tissue. I believe he is at peace in the arms of Jesus. No dialysis. No pain. No heart problems. Katon and I will always love you, no matter what. XXOO
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Katonsdad joined IHD in 2007 and was a kind and supportive member. He recently was having heart issues but being treated - this is a shock - he was 49 years old. RIP dear friend. :grouphug;
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Oh no, oh no...
I've just realized that this is the first member of IHD that I have directly communicated with who has passed away. I never had the privilege of "speaking" to Epoman or Goofynina. This is such a shock and so very sad. I am so sorry.
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Oh, no. So young. so young.
:embarassed:
:'(
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so sad...
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Much love and sympathy from my family to yours. He will be missed by many people.
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I am so sorry to hear this. Peace will be the reward.
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Ahhh, now know who this is. When I saw your post on FB I did not know who Kevin.
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His family is in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
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How sad, thinking of his family.
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He was very supportive and nice to everyone. This is very sad. I'll keep his family in my thoughts and prayers.
Glitter, you understand this more than most of us. I see your posts and always read the signature line and remember how much you loved Jack.
Thanks for sharing this Karol. It was nice of his family to post of Facebook. It is a sad day. :cuddle;
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Rest in Peace, buddy!
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How terribly sad!...
What a lovely, lovely man... Giving to the end... Somebody will have the gift of sight thanks to him... I had several posts with him, and he was SO proud of Katon... Kevin called Katon, 'My greatest achievement in life'...
Kevin was my mum's Secret Santa last Christmas, and she's saddened to hear of his death... He was a very thoughtful SS... Mum's always cold, and Kevin sent her the most beautiful lightweight fleece rug of yellow, orange etc... Looks warm to even look at...
Kevin, may God bless and protect you, and may your gentle soul rest in peace...
Thinking of, and praying for Kevin's family...
Love to all...
Darth...
P.S. Let's be twice as thankful for each other today... Kevin's death shows us just how short life can be!....
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Rest in Peace Kevin. I can only imagine how much you will be missed by your wife and son who did not have you long enough in their lives. You will be missed here but you will also be remembered. :grouphug;
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I am sorry to hear this. He was the same age as me.
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Oh, such sad news! He seemed like a very sweet, loving, considerate man. I know he was off for a while with health problems, and I'm sad that he didn't recover. I was glad to see him posting not long ago and thought he was ok.
Eternal rest grant unto him, oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
My condolences to his family, very sad to lose someone so young. Hugs to them.
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how awful sad i am. This hurts so deep, and how very sad for his family. Bless you all and bring you peace. With love and prayers, boswife, jill
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This is so very sad. Many *huggles* for Susan and their little boy.
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Everyday is a gift from God. We know his pain is gone and he is resting in the arms of Jesus. My prayers to his family and friends.
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Very sad news. Kevin gave me the advice to put pennies under my mattress pad to help with RLS. I feel it worked! I had less issues. He will be missed. I am glad he is finally dialysis free. RIP my friend.
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RIP Kevin, we will meet again someday. Peace be with your family during this time of sorrow.
:pray;
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I'm so sorry to hear this. :grouphug;
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RIP Kevin, and thoughts and prayers to his family.
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This makes me so sad. I went back to read some of Kevin's posts. Another kind, wonderful person who I never got to know and now he's gone. RIP Kevin.
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Miss you Kevin. R.I.P.
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RIP, Kevin. Peace be with your family.
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Kevin is a good person. Cared for all. His footsteps were called by God, may he rest in the arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ! RIP
lmunchkin
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This is a sad loss for all of us here at IHD. What a wonderful and supportive man he was. He will be greatly missed. Peace to him and his family.
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Thank you all for your kind words and prayers for Kevin and the family. I am his wife, Susan. He passed away in the hospital from cardio pulmonary arrest. I got a call from the doctor at 1:35 AM on May 15. She said his heart was in a "funny" rhythm and they were doing everything they could. He passed away before I got to the hospital. My son (age 10 at the time) and I chose not to see Kevin after he passed. We had a good memory of him before we left the hospital that previous evening. I think Kevin knew his time was short. The last thing he said to our son before we left the hospital was, "I will always love you, no matter what".
I want to let you all know that today (August 5) is the 13 year anniversary of Kevin's kidney transplant. The transplant gave him 12 years of freedom from dialysis and insulin shots.
It is fitting that yesterday, on the eve of his transplant anniversary, I recieved a package on my doorstep. It contained a "Gift of Life Donor Metal" and "Certificate of Appreciation" in honor of Kevin's donation of tussue, bone and corneas. Unfortunately, he was not able to donate his organs.
I am sorry that it has taken me so long to get on here and thank you all. I have my good and bad days. I'm attending a support group for widows. I am the youngest one there and the only one with a young child.
Thank you all for the love and support that you have given Kevin over the years. I know he enjoyed being a part of IHD.
XXOO
Susan (Kevins wife)
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bless your heart for comming here and sharing this with us. You have crossed a road that none of us want to cross and some (me) of us fear. I talk to another lady from here that helps me live and love for today, and try to keep strong through these ups and downs.( I have my husband still, but im one who has a problem controling fears of loss) Im so glad you are going to a support group for help as this is something that needs all you can gather to gain strength to continue and grow. I pray for your healing, and sending warm hugs and to say, we still miss him too.. God bless and rest his soul.
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts here Susan. I am sorry he's gone but he will be remembered here for a long time through his posts.
Best wishes to you and Katon. :cuddle; :cuddle; :cuddle;
- Karol
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Susan, you were incredibly kind to share your story with us. Kevin was a great contributor to the community and his memory will live on through his posts and our hearts.
All the best to you and Katon.
Kim
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Hi Susan...
Was thinking of you, Katon, and of course, Kevin today...
My mum was feeling a bit chilly after her shower this morning, and she asked for a rug... I asked her which one, and she replied 'My Kevin rug'... Everytime she uses, or even looks at that lovely rug, Kevin will be in our hearts and minds....
May God bless and protect you and your family....
Darth...