Ken Leatherman Needs Prayers and Thoughts

How terrible! My thoughts are with Ken and his family during this tough time

Very sorry to hear this news.

(Sadly, a similar accident with a falling TV was in the news here recently, killing another toddler).

Best wishes to Ken and to the rest of the family.

Sam

My thoughts and prayers are with Ken and his family.

What a terrible thing to happen. My heart hurts for them.

Barb

Absolutely tragic. Ken is just the way you describe him Chris, honest, kind, considerate, and caring.

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.

What a tragedy. I can't even imagine the grief.
Strength and Courage to you Ken. Take care of your Daughter and Son. Their guilt will be overwhelming.
My thoughts to you as well. It will take much strength to see you through holding them up while suffering yourself. My prayer is that our thoughts and supports will help give it to you.

4 is so big, you think you are past all that "baby proofing" stuff. My youngest is newly 5, and I just can't imagine what the family is going through. My thoughts are with everyone.

I am on 1 article a day through the magic of making up. I totally understand. No worries there.

-Valorie

What a tragic bolt from the blue.

Deepest sympathies to Ken and his family.

Chris,

Thank you for making us aware of this. If you talk to Ken let him know that everyone's thoughts are with him.

George Wright

That's an unbearable tragedy, so sorry Ken, no words are going to help but my thoughts are with you and your family.

Andy

This is so disturbing that my heart literally ACHES for Ken.

I am so terribly sorry to hear this.

Tragic beyond words.

All my best,

Brian

I don't know if you remember the avatar he used before the "old geezer" one but it was a picture of Ken holding the little girl who died. They had a special relationship.

I got Ken's permission to post this here so I am sure he will be reading what everyone says and I know he will appreciate it!

My deepest condolences goes out to you and your family.

I couldn't imagine losing a child. It must be hard for everyone.

Please tell Ken that my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.

It's hard to find the words when something like this happens. God bless him.

I send my condolences to the family and they will be in my prayers.

I never got to know Ken since I haven't been at this forum long. But what I do know is that I have a little daughter, who just turned 4 years old. She is the most precious thing in the world to me.

I never realized I could love something so much until my daughter came into my life. If anything happened to her, I honestly wouldn't even want to go on living.

Ken's pain must feel unbearable right now.

I hope he somehow finds the courage and strength to get through this eventually.

He will be in my thoughts.

And I hope anyone who reads this thread stops for a moment to remember what is truly important in life.

Sincerely,
Dan

Words escape me. That's just incomprehensible.

I'm thinking of you and your family Ken and hoping that you can all be strong at such a terrible time.

Peter

I've had the privilege of knowing and trading emails with Ken on several occasions and in every instance he was a true class act full of wisdom with nothing but kind words to say.

Many of us pursue this business so we can offer a better life for our loved ones (family and friends). I'm horrified to hear this tragic news and have Ken and his family in my prayers.

Respectfully,
Tim

Ken,

All my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. I am so sorry for your loss.

Mike

I don't know you, Ken, but my heart goes out to you and your family. I cannot even begin to imagine. You're in my prayers.

My deepest sympathy to Ken and his family.

I really can't imagine anything worse than a little one dying. Ken if you need anything at all just let us know.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, and deepest condolences.

There are no adequate words however Ken I know how devoted to your family you are.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this terrible time.

God bless

Paul

Ken,

From one Granddad to another.. my thoughts and
prayers are with you and your family at this incredibly
sad time. I simply can't comprehend how you must
feel right now.

If there's anything I can do.. just ask.

John
P.S. Chris, thanks for posting this. It can't have been
an easy thing to do.

Thank you for posting this, Chris.

Ken, words cannot even begin to express the sympathy and the pain. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Becky

Chris, I know from first hand experience how devastating losing a child can be so tell Ken my thoughts and prayers are with them. Please let him and his family know that if they need to talk to someone who has been through the same loss I am always willing to lend an ear or offer support in any way I can.

Our Prayers and Thoughts to the family circle.

Bless them all in all ways, always.

I'm a newbie here, but I remember Ken's avatar with his granddaughter, and that was the first picture in my mind as I read this. Ken, like the others have said, there are no words that are adequate when something like this happens, but I am truly sorry and you will be in the thoughts and prayers of my family tonight and in the coming days.

Wow. At a loss for words right now. Sending many prayers your way. God bless you and your family.

Grant

I am very sorry for your loss, Ken. I am speechless.

- joel

Good God, that's terrible. I am very saddened by this
event. Ken, my sincerest sympathies go out to you
and your family.

TomG.

This is so tragic. Ken please accept my prayers and sympathy for yourself and your family. If you need any help please let me know.

My thoughts go to Ken and his family

OMG Ken, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this trying time.

Don

My deepest sympathies, Ken & family.

I'm so terribly sorry to hear about this tragic accident.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Heartbreaking.

I do not know You Ken, however, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, not only now, but in the future. May the love, smiles, giggles, hugs and kisses you all shared with with this precious, precious child be a comfort for you all in the times ahead.

God Bless you all and surround you all with his love and strength.

Ken, I am so sorry for your loss.

I can't imagine what the parents are going through right now.

As I watch my kids doing their thing, it reminds me how much we
take for granted.

All I can say is I'm sorry.

Jason

Chris,
Thanks for posting. As already said difficult to know what to say to you Ken over such a so terrible and tragic thing. Thoughts with you.

Rich

Ken and I have worked together in the past. I was saddened to hear this. My thoughts and prayers...

Ken you've always had my respect for being a true light here and I know many who believe the same.

The mind struggles to try to make sense of the times and seasons and as you know many of these things we'll never understand while still here.

While the assurance of being reunited with your granddaughter in that day when we're all called home to glory must seem such little consolation in the shock of such sudden loss in the here and now, it is in that hope I've placed my trust that the God of all peace would now comfort you and her mother with the peace of God which passes all understanding and keep you in his tender loving compassions until
that day when you will see her again with the joy only heaven knows when all tears shall be wiped away in the name of our Lord Jesus, amen.

Please know you are loved and not alone during this time.

Let me know if I can be of any help to you.

With sincerest respect and sympathies,
Doug

So sorry to hear this. Ken, my thoughts are with you and your family.

It hurts... I KNOW it hurts! Sometimes you just don't know how you will get over the pain... but you will! You, Barb, your son and daughter-in-law may feel all alone right now but you aren't! You have a Warrior family that cares a lot for you and all your family. If there were a way for all of us to teleport ourselves to your side, I'm sure that most of us would... but there isn't! All we can do is join you in your grief and tell you that we care for you and we are here to support you.

Something like this is NEVER easy but they say time heals all wounds... and it will! Yet time is something you just never had enough of with your granddaughter It's so sad that it takes something like this to remind all of us just how precious life is and that we should never take it for granted. Ken, I think you are one of the very few people who DID realize just how precious the time was when it came to your granddaughter and you spent some very quality time with her. You have absolutely nothing to regret when it comes to that!

You and Barb are one-of-a-kind people and you WILL get through this. It may not seem like it right now, but you will! Somehow, you will come out on the other side and you will be stronger. You will touch other peoples lives like you never could have before. You will rise above this and you will endure. You will be forever changed, but that is what life is all about, isn't it... change? We finally have to accept the change, we learn to adjust to it and we move on even though it may be heart breaking... and I KNOW you are heart broken right now!!!

Ken, just know that you and Barb are loved, admired and respected! You have touched many lives and your reward will be great. We are all with you during this time and you are not alone. From all the folks down at Stumpwoody Holler, we offer our condolences and tell you that we are truly sorry for your loss!

Take care and God bless you!

Ken, my offer remains open indefinitely. Hang in there, brother. You're in my prayers.

John

Sorry To Hear about this horrible tragedy....
My thoughts and prayers are with you Ken.

Ken, prayers of strength for you and your family are being sent. I have a 4 year old daughter too and my heart breaks for you.
Tiff

oh my god, when I read this I felt a huge sense of sadness, I have 4 children myself and can only imagine the pain you are suffering right now.

The high spirit will be with you right now, call on it for guidance.

My heart breaks when I hear things like this.
My thoughts and prayers are with Ken and his family.

You in our thoughts and prayers Ken.

Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Ken. Please let us know if there's anything at all we can do to help.
respectfully,
--Jack

Ken and Family,

My heart aches for you all at this time. I cannot begin to imagine the reality of your loss, being blessed with a 5 year old granddaughter myself, I will not allow my mind to go there...

Ken we have never met yet please accept the condolences from my wife and I. As many have stated, please do let others know with any needs at this time, as well, the future.

Know too our prayers are with you all.

Sincerely,
Doug

What a terrible tragedy - the worst. I will pray for you and your family, Ken.

To Ken and Family,

You have my sincere condolences.
I have emailed Ken about his brilliant articles a few times and he is a genuine MAN.

Craig

Ken,

I don't even know what to say -- I suppose no one does. Please let us know if you need anything to help you get through this.

Your family is in our prayers.

It's hard for me to even find words to express my sympathies that go out to Ken and his family. I cannot imagine such a terrible loss, and at such an innocent age.

My heart goes out to Ken. My families prayers and thoughts will be with you.


Tracy

Like many others, we have talked and worked with Ken, and the beautiful little girl is in the picture Ken has on Skype.

Ken know you and Barb and the family are in our thoughts and prayers, and many of us are a call away if you need anything.

I just spoke to Ken and he hasn't had any sleep for 36 hours. He needs to get some rest now.

Chris thanks for letting us all know.

Ken, don't forget anything you need, just ask.

I'm sorry for your loss Ken. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ken,

I don't personally know you but I'm very sorry for your loss and my prayers go out to you and your family. Losing anyone in your family is never easy especially a child. I will pray that that God comforts you and your family in this time of loss.

-Brad

Oh, Ken, I am so so sorry. If I could give you comfort, I would in a heartbeat.

My deepest sympathy,
Peggy

Like others have said, there seems to be no words in times like this. I can't even imagine.

My family's prayers will be with Ken and his family.

Ken, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my 9 year-old daughter unexpectedly and it was devastating to our family. I knew without a doubt that the prayers of our family, friends, and even strangers were helping us to cope and be strong. The hardest time is after the funeral when everyone goes home and you are left with time to think. Let us know how we can help. Prayers are being sent for you and yours.

Blessings,
Terrie

I cannot think of any words to say, Ken.

I do believe that God can whatever is necessary in times like this.

My wife and I will pray that He does.

May the God of Peace So richly bless you my friend.

Take Care,
Charles Harper

Ken,
Like others, I've the privilege of knowing Ken having chatted with him some time back on one of his WSOs I've got.

My thots and prayers are with you and the family....

Thoughts and prayers from my family to yours, Ken. A beautiful day will come when you can both play with each other once again!

Sincerely
Allen Graves

I wish I could mend this, turn back the clock. How utterly heartbreaking. It makes everything else seem so... irrelevant. There really aren't the words. I'm so sorry, Ken. Thinking of you and yours, and desperately wishing there was something I could do to make it different. I hope you find some kind of peace soon.

My heart goes out to you Ken. I remember my first conversation with you and she was at your side.

Jeffery 100% :-)

I'm a brand new grandfather with an 11 month old granddaughter. In just this short period of time, I have begun to love her more than any other person in my lifetime. There is such hope and innocence in her eyes. We cannot even imagine the pain Ken is feeling. Perhaps we can all learn from this tragic loss by paying special attention to those who rely on us for guidance. My prayers to Ken and his family.

Ken,

I am deeply sorry for your loss and if there is anything I can do or you need someone to talk to outside of the family just give me a ring.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

chuck

Such accident is always so terrible. That is why I always reminds my family members to be careful in everything they do. Make sure safety comes first. My children used to run round the house without looking and got knocked once awhile. So after constant reminder, this does not happen again.

Bless her soul and hope Ken will get over that incident. We send our prayers to him and family.

Senseless tragedy. My heart and prayers go out to Ken and his family. These stories always suit to remind me that it's not always cancer, earthquakes or bombs killing us. Life can be extinguished by the most innocuous of circumstances.

Breathing in and out every day is such a gift that sometimes we forget. This should be another reminder that taking things for granted is a fools errand.

Just horrible. I'm so sorry this happened.

Words cannot express the loss nor time heal the wound. Tragic, horrible, and yet God's will. We are called to accept too much some times and yet we are given so many blessings, and grandchildren are right up there. An awful tragedy. God bless everyone involved especially the parents and Ken.

Norma

Ken,

I am so sorry for your loss.
I know there is nothing that anyone can say to take away the pain that you are feeling now.
As a parent, I can only imagine what you are going through and I am truly, truly sorry.

Ken, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. As a parent, I know our lives revolve around our kids and I cannot imagine what you must be going through.

Please know that God will carry you through this. He will give you and your family the strength to handle this terrible loss.

May God bless the little angel!

Usha

I am so sorry. God be with you, Ken.

Ken is a really good guy and I am devastated that such a tragedy has befallen his family.

Our thoughts are with you Ken.

Ken,

Everything I want to say just seems so cliched and meaningless right now. So just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie

Ken there are no words. Just know that you and your family are in the prayers of many around the world. I wish you peace.

Scott

I'm weeping as I read all of these posts. Partly for you Ken, knowing how much your heart is breaking. And partly as I remember the death of my 2 year old great-grandaughter a few years ago. You think that you'll never get through the sorrow - but you do. You wonder why it happened and if you could only turn back the clock - but you can't.

But somehow, God gives you the strength to pick up the pieces of your heart, to hold onto all those wonderful memories, and even to let yourself love another child someday as completely as you once did.

Ken, my prayer for you and your family is that you will hold tight to the memories and experience the peace that passes understanding.

Carol

Ken,
No words can heal this...celebrate her life and cherrish the memories....
Draw strength from your warrior family. We grieve with you Ken

Prayers to you and your family.

Ken Perry

deepest condolences...

The falling T.V sets are a growing problem and unfortunately, due to their small size, it's children who suffer the most

I'm absolutely speechless at this. Life is just so UNFAIR.

My sympathies and good thoughts are with your family and you, Ken. I am sure you will get through this rough phase of life fast.

Regards,
Sagar

Ken,

I'm so sorry to hear your terrible news. Nothing we say is enough but maybe our prayers will help.

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nigel

Ken my prayers are with you and your family, I have been through this myself, I have lost 2 children 1 to an accident and 1 to a brain tumor.
With gods help you will get through this, remeber that when the time comes you will be re-united.

Russ

I knew about this from Doug Barger a moment ago...I really dont know what to say...

I feel really sad when I heard it...my heart broke...

Glad that Ken has so much support and love from this forum

John

Ken,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything let me know.


Shannon

I'm so sorry to read this news. I will be thinking of Ken and his family.

What an awful tragedy! My heart and prayers go out to Ken and his family.

Al

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ken. May you have the strength to deal with this loss.

Ken,

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your terrible loss, especially when so unexpectedly. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Celebrating life and sharing those treasured memories has always been a great help for me in the healing process of losing special people in my life.

Will say a special prayer for you and your family and share a favorite quote for your special granddaughter...

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Leo Buscaglia

Thanks Chris for making us all aware. Just a quick suggestion for consideration! If Ken and his family might be open to the idea of a memorial web site for his granddaughter, maybe some warriors might be willing to help out. Could possibly include the raising of funds in her memory to help out other young children in some Special way...

Just thought I'd make that suggestion...

Dave

Ken, my prayers are with you and your family in this shocking accident. Your angel is back to heaven with angels.

Hi Ken,

I am so sorry for your loss, this is awful and I wish you and your family speedy recovery.

My deepest sympathies for the affected family. Hope you find courage through this tough time.

Bhupinder

Ken,
That's about the most horrible thing I could imagine. Prayers are with you. Take it 1 day at a time.

Steve

I don't know Ken as I haven't had the privilege of meeting him but my heart breaks for him and this child's parents. Nothing anyone can say can make you feel any better, for this is just pure tragedy! My God keep you in His comfort as Heaven has received a beautiful angel. On behalf of my entire family, our deepest sympathies to you and your family at this most pressing time, and our prayers are with you, God Speed!

very, very sorry for your loss Ken, prayers from down downunder to you and all your family, very sad news.

Please let Ken know I am praying for him and his family. God will show him comfort and assurance in this very difficult time.
Byrt

Ken

No words can take away the pain of yours and your familys loss.

I don't personally know you, but just wanted to say that I am thinking about your family at this terrible time. I have a four year old daughter and the pain you must be feeling doesn't even bear thinking about.

I hope you find the strength from somewhere to be able to cope through this tradgedy.

Clare

I had shivers run down my spine when I read this, what an awful, awful tragedy for someone so young.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Ken, I just couldn't imagine what you and your family are going through right now.

I am just so very sorry for your loss
Take care
Sheryl

This is a horrible news. Death news is painful, but it hurts even more when it happens to someone so young.

You and your family are in my prayers Ken.

Tanvir

Ken,

So sorry about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family right now. Really broke my heart into pieces.

Be strong Ken.

Fernando

That is very sad news i have a 4 year old son myself and would be devastated if anything happened to him so can understand how the family must be feeling.

My thoughts go out to them all

I know that words are just not enough when we lose someone we love, but thankfully we have each other to reach out to and take what comfort we can. My wife and I are heartbroken to hear of her death and our thoughts and prayers are with her, her parents and family.

For years now, Ken and I have talked nearly every day and Olivia was a constant presence in our conversations. Always in the background, laughing, babbling away, occasionally bugging Ken to get off the computer to go for a walk or outside to play.

I've talked to Olivia from time-to-time (when she could tear herself away from the cartoons) as have my own children, and in many ways she has touched our lives, halfway around the world.

We've been there when she wasn't feeling well, when she was feeling great, through walking and potty training, when she was happy (almost always) or cranky (rarely), and through it all, Ken and Barb's everlasting love for her was always present.

Like so many others, I know the unbearable loss of a child firsthand and so my heart goes out to Olivia's parents and family. Your little angel is with God and knows how much you love her and miss her and she misses you. She would want you to take comfort in knowing that she is at peace and waits patiently for you in heaven.

To my friend Ken, I want to say that for the short time Olivia was with us, always remember that you made her time on earth a special one, full of joy and happiness...and that is something to hang on to. Your special bond with her, from the day she was born is something that will always be with you. You know just how much she loved you and she knows how much you cherish her.

We'll pray for her my friend, and for your family. And we are here for you no matter what you may need.

So sorry to hear the news and my cordial sympathy to .........

Ken, my deepest sympathies. I know this is so tragic.

My prayers will be with you to give you strength in this moment of grief.

I'm so sorry to hear this devastating news. There just are no words. My prayers are with you and your family.

I'm very sorry for your loss, Ken. Words cannot express the sorrow of a tragedy like this.

Be strong, grieve well and hang in there.

Respectfully,
Vince

Very sorry for their loss, its so easy to forget how vulnerable young children are, my deepest condolences go to the this unfortunate family.

Oh I have no idea how words could convey how sorry I am for the loss your family has suffered

A close friend lost his daughter exactly the same way some years ago, and it just seems like such a cruel accident to occur

God bless your family and your precious little angel, our thoughts are with you xxx

Such a tragedy is hard to fathom. My heart aches for Ken and my prayers are with him and his family.

I am sending strength your way. I can't imagine.

Words are inadequate at times like this. Time stops.

But our thoughts and prayers are with you Ken.

-Ray Edwards

I am so sorry to hear this. Children bring such joy to our lives. Ken and his family have my deepest sympathy.

Dana

Ken, my thoughts and prayers are with you family.

I met Ken at one of Willie Crawford's get together on Okaloosa Island a couple years ago. He's a heck of a nice guy.

I'm holding back the tears just thinking about this terrible accident.

Having grandchildren that age myself, I can't even begin to comprehend what everyone must me going through, especially the mother. My thoughts are with your family.

Ken has always been such a kind, supportive, and generous person, always rushing to give help or advice whenever I've asked. I'm heartbroken that he suffered this terrible loss.

Ken, I am so sorry for your loss. I will add you to my prayer list.
chuck

Ken,

I am so sorry for your loss. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can do anything at all for you or your family, by all means let us know.

This is absolutely horrific. My son is right around the age of Ken's granddaughter and I cannot imagine the immense heartbreak the family must be going through. My most sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.

I know there's nothing that can be done to reverse the pain in a time like this, and I really do wish there were a remedy for these types of tragedies. Ken, I've never met you or your family, but I've always respected your contributions and voice here at the forum. Please know that there is an army of supporters here behind you and yours.

Ken, while I don't know you personally outside this forum, I've always felt an affinity with you because we are both Viet Nam veterans. As such, I picture you being the rock that the rest of your family, shattered by grief, is clinging to while they try to get through this. Don't neglect to find some time alone for your own grief and if any of us can be YOUR rock, don't hesitate to call on us.

Hello Ken,
I don't know you but I sure do know how you are feeling right now. You have got to understand life continues. You can't bring back your beloved daughter, it is the will of God to have him back and there is absolutely nothing you can do about that.

Worry from now till next year, you will not have her back. All you can do is to move on. Remember he has promised a safe landing and not a smooth journey. He knows what is best for you and he will surely do the best for you and your family.

My deepest most sincerest condolences and continued prayer to Ken and his family in this tragic moment.

As a father who has been blessed by the power of the internet to spend time with my young children daily I cannot fathom the pain of a loss so dear.

Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd,
I shall not be in want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
He restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever.

In your time of morning may you and your family find comfort.


"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted" Matthew 5:4

Words fail me right now...

Ken, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. May you find the peace and serenity to get through this.

Chris, thank you for posting this and Bev thanks for letting us know, as well.

Many blessings to all.
Cindy

Dear Ken,

Bev let me know. My heart goes out to you and yours, and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Patrick

My condolences to Ken and his family. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Oh, what a huge loss this is....it physically hurts just to read this news.

Ken, my heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family.
May God's love comfort you in this time when faith is tested.
_____
Bruce

I am so sorry for your loss. I know nothing can return your little granddaughter but I will pray for you and your family.

As someone who has recently lost a child, I know the heart ache all too well.
Ken, these next few days will seem to spin and time will distort. Just know that,
while time can never change what happened, your pain will lessen each day.
It doesn't feel like it, but it will.

I wish you peace and a lifetime of fond memories of your prescious angel.

Here's some thing I wrote for my daughter. Maybe it will bring you some comfort:


It Was Only Moment

It was only a moment that we knew you,
But in that moment,

Your Strength taught us Strength,
Your Courage taught us Courage,
Your Love taught us Love.

It may have only been a moment that we knew you,
But it will be a Lifetime that we love you.


~riff

Thoughts are prayers are with the family. Thanks for sharing.

Brian

Ken;

I cannot possibly imagine what you are feeling right now... I know that I don't know you that well, but my heart goes out to you and your family. I know that you will be strong, and you will make it through this - and while your heart aches for her now, with time it will get easier. Don't be afraid of it getting easier - you will never forget her, and she would want you to go on.

You were her Grandpa. You were the special man in her life who made her feel special, and filled her days with love and laughter. And now, to return the favor of all of the love and caring you gave to her throughout her short life, she is watching out for you from heaven - waiting patiently to be back in your arms, to spend eternity with eachother reliving your happiest moments over and over again.

If you need anything - anything at all, don't hesitate to let me know. We are all here for you when you're ready to return, and you are in our thoughts and prayers while you grieve with your family.

Peace be with you - all of you...

- Cherilyn

Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken nothing can be said that will give comfort, but God can go where no one else can ever go.

Absolutely terrible. My prayers and sympathy to the family.

Ken, I want to add my prayers for you and your family. As a father and grandfather my heart is breaking for you all right now. I pray that God's grace will hold you all up and help you recover.

Sincerest regards,
Vince

Ken,

As others have mentioned, there are simply no words. Know that you have one very large Internet family that is praying for you and your family and it goes without saying that any one of us would be there for you in a heart beat.....

Todd

Thinking of you and your family.

With sympathy,
ileneg

OMG! Ken, may God Bless your granddaughter where she is right now!

Ken,

Deepest condolences...

Omar

Ken, you and your family have my heart felt sympathies at this time.

cyber hugs and prayers coming your way.

Leanne

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Ken and his family. This is terrible news and such a tragic loss of life. It shows us the sheer fragility of life and how we must savour the precious days that we are each gifted with, regardless of our own problems, financial welfare or other interests.

So sorry to hear this,

Regards,

Nick

How awful.

My family sends our thoughts & condolences.

Ken,

There are no words that can be used at a time like this.

Take care my friend - my thoughts are with your family.

Jeff

Ken,

As others have expressed, words cannot truly say the things we all want to say or offer the true condolences we offer. As a mother of 5 my heart stopped reading this post...3 of my children are that age or younger and I could not imagine the heart break of losing them so young.

My prayers are with you, and as others have said if you ever need anything or the family needs anything we are all here to help. Take your time with your grief and mourning, none of us will mind you taking it.

Blessed be.

My dear God what a tragic accident. I have 4 kids (two of them are 4 and 3) and I cannot even imagine something like that happening to them. I honestly don't know what I'd do if that happened.

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours Ken.

Mike Hill

PS. Right after I read this I went and had a talk with all my kids and told them of the news.

Ken, you old geezer! - I love you and your family too.

Thoughts, and most importantly prayers being said for you and your family, all of them tonight, and for many nights.

Lots of love, hugs and kisses for you and yours, who need them now and in the future.

Janet
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My heart and prayers go out to you. Just remember she has gone to a beautiful place in heaven, where she will be loved and well taken care of. You will see her again some day.

Oh my...

Really, I've no words. May God give you and your family the strength.

My prayers go out to you.

I am sorry to hear of your terrible news.
You and your family are in my prayers.

Greg.

Oh Ken - My heart and soul simply aches for you and your family with the tragic loss of this precious child.

May God bless you and keep you and your family close to his heart!

Ken,

I am so sorry for your loss --- take each minute, each hour, and each day, one at a time.

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie

Such heartbreak.

There really are no words that can help in a time like this. My family is struggling through their own loss at this time. It helps just knowing that others care and share the sorrow.

Ken,

Our hearts go out to you and your family. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.

I asked Ken about sending flowers and things like that and this is what he said...

Paul and Tammy Leatherman are Olivia's parents. Paul is Ken's son and Tammy is Ken's daughter-in-law.

Ken,
I cannot image the pain that you and your family are going through right now.

Sadly, this is not the first time this has happened and even more tragically it will not be the last. Thank you for allowing this to be shared in the hope that it saves just one precious life.

It is my greatest hope at this moment that your heart finds peace.

-Scott

I'm just now learning about this and am shocked and saddened by the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time!

OMG that is so sad I am so sorry and my thoughts and prayer are with them!

Well, I don't know Ken, but that doesn't matter. It is just so sad that such a terrible accident happened to the little one. My prayers are with you, Ken and with your family.

Wayne

Ken, I am so sorry, my heart goes out to you and your family.

My prayers for you and your family.

God bless you...

Karen

Hi Ken, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you are dealing with this very difficult time. God bless you and help you safely through this trial -

Sully Chaudry

Saying a prayer for you and your family, Ken. Olivia is in Heaven with Jesus.

So sorry,
Amy Kay

So so sorry, Ken. The same thing happened to the daughter of a friend of mine. She was only 3 years old. Terrible tragedy. Thinking of you.

As a parent myself I can only begin to imagine the pain that Ken and his family must be suffering through. My heart goes out to them in this tragic time.

This is bad news. Thoughts... energy... prayer... support....

James

Hi Ken,

I'm a loyal subscriber of yours and I hope you will get over this soon. You are really a glad person and hope everything will get better soon

Regards,
WInson

I'm quite lost for words...

I know that everything has a reason, sometimes impossible to comprehend, but someday we'll find. My sincerest condolences...

Respectfully,
Mark

I just wanted to stop my day and pass my deepest sympathies and prayers for Ken and his entire family.

When you are rushing along at 100 miles an hour concentrating on testing, conversion rates and counting your sales, something like this post reminds you what is most important in life and stops you in your tracks.

We can only think that it was gods will for her to be taken and pray for his family during this time.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Ken and your family.

There are no words that can be written that can ease the pain, hurt and sorrow.

As the father of a young daughter, I do not know how I would get through this.

Please know that there are many Warriors who stand with you, in your time of need.

Sincerely,
Albert Grande

what a terrible accident. my prayers goes to all his family members and him. may her grand daughter rest in peace.

Oh my goodness, this is horrible. As a father of 5 and 3 year old girls I can't imagine what I'd do if something happened to them.

My sincerest sympathies to you and your family Ken.

Words can not express the feelings I had reading this...

Sincere condolences to you, your son and the whole family

Pete

Ken,

May God wrap his arms around you all and bring you peace...my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen

Hi Chris

Thanks for letting us know about Ken and that such a tragic and unfortunate loss has occurred, especially as it's very hard to accept that such a thing could happen.

I am quite new to this forum, so I haven't met Ken or spoke to him before but my thoughts, prayers as well as my deepest respect and sympathies are with Ken and his family.

Best wishes

Words can't begin to express my feelings for you here. ::HUGS:: to all.

To All of My Warrior Family,

To say my family has been overwhelmed with your outpouring of love, prayers, and condolences for our Olivia Grace and our family is an understatement. I have read every single post and have told Paul and Tammy, Olivia's parents and other family members of your love and concern for us.

I apologize for taking so long to acknowledge all of these wonderful messages. But to be truthful with you folks, each time I read the new messages, my heart became so overwhelmed, I could not find the words to express my gratitude.

We will bring Olivia Grace home tomorrow afternoon. There will be no formal service, as Paul and Tammy only want to have family and friends that are considered family present; when we bring her home. We then will have a private time to say our goodbye.

If you would please reach out to your loved one and give them a loving hug, which was the kind of hug that our Olivia would give to her PaPa and MaMaw. Often times she would reach out to get Barb, me, her Mom and Dad for a family hug.

Then other times when we ask for a hug and a kiss, she would look at us and say "No Way PaPa, not today". Then she would turn around and flash that mischievous smile at you and giggle. And then if we were lucky we would get a kiss from her or at least a blown kiss.

She was our joy and we are going to miss her more than words can express.

Thank you all so much for caring.

Ken, Barb, Paul and Tammy
The Old Geezer and his family

I'm new here but had to express my condolences - there truly aren't words for this kind of tragedy. I'm sending the family all of the positive energy and love I can.

Clarke

Ken

My heart bled when I read what happened.

I am so sorry and hope you will carry all the good memories you had with Tammy

I cannot imagine how your whole family is feeling...I felt the pain for you just by reading this...

May God bless you

Thank you for taking the time to update and share with us, Ken. Our grandkids are all five and under. I can't imagine how devastating the loss of one of them would be.

I'm sure your entire family is still in a state of shock. Your extended Warrior family is here for you all.

Sending strength and blessings your way,

John

My condolences to you Ken and your family during this difficult time and great change in your family. There are no words that can really express how devestating something like this can be, but know that you have a community of people who are sending you love and support. I don't know you but I am well acquainted with loss and it how that feels. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

I am fairly new to WF but this is a tragic story and my heart goes out to Ken and his family. Please convey my deepest sympathy for the loss.

Keith