KK

I have been praying for a woman that I have known for over twenty years who was suffering from cancer. Her name was Kay Tenerowitz but we called her KK. She and her husband Ted were among the most genuine Christian people I have ever known. Both of them were just gentle loving souls filled with a kind spirit. KK passed away during the night in Ludlow MA. Ted died some years ago so during her later years KK would come to Camp Dennen for the summer alone. Her daughter came on weekends but KK was nearly blind and did not drive so she relied on the help of neighbors and friends. One of the hardest things to do is to have to rely on others, especially when they are not family. KK understood the reality of true living in the Body of Christ. Real Christian living depends on Christ and on each other. KK made it to Eucharist almost every morning and cleaned all the linens for the altar. She was a prayer warrior who you could rely on for intercession.

She and Ted were not remarkable people in many ways. They weren't rich or famous. They didn't have any singular dramatic accomplishments, but I know from my own experience that I wanted to be a Christian like them. Knowing them as I did I don't think I am alone in that desire. This morning at the golf course my friend Larry asked how things were and I said the world lost one of it's blessed saints last night. She won't be on a stained glass window, but she has been welcomed to her final home as indeed one of the blessed saints. Rest in peace dear KK.