Nicole M Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 I just got home from work for my lunch break to find a very sweet letter from Kay's brother in Kansas. Kay, Kalanamak, died peacefully at the hospice house on Tuesday last, May 21st. According to Kay's brother, sweet Karl is doing well in school, has good friends and a terrific teacher, and even went to school the morning after he learned his mom had died because, in his words, if he were to stay home, he would just lie around, be bored, and think about the old days." He was sad that there was no school Friday or Monday, for the holiday. My goodness, he is his mother's son! Kay's brother sent a print copy of the obituary, and I will post a link to that when it is posted on the funeral home's website. But it ends with, "In lieu of condolence cards, Dr. Aaro's family suggests that friends write a note to her son and husband with a fond memory of or funny story about Dr. Aaro." If you would like to send those to me, please PM me and I will send you my mailing address. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole M Posted May 25, 2013 Author Share Posted May 25, 2013 Here is the obituary: http://www.edwardsmemorial.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2098909&fh_id=10429 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate in Arabia Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 That is just so very sad. All my best to her family... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thank you for the update, Nicole. With a tear in my eye, I shall raise a glass of something to Kay this evening. What an amazing son... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgiana Daniels Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Oh, no. No. So very sad. Thank you for updating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Here is the obituary: http://www.edwardsme...909&fh_id=10429 From the obituary... She was an amazing force of nature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thank you for the update. She will be greatly missed by many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thanks, Nicole. She will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thanks for letting us know. Sad day for the hive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thank you for the update, Nicole. With a tear in my eye, I shall raise a glass of something to Kay this evening. What an amazing son... Salud, to Kay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole M Posted May 25, 2013 Author Share Posted May 25, 2013 The passport picture cracks me up. So Kay. I know few people who can make me grin at the same time that I'm heartbroken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Damn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lang Syne Boardie Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Rest in peace, Kay. Honor to your memory, love to your family....I'm so grateful to have known you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :( Thank you for the update and link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amo_mea_filiis. Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :( Thank you for the update. So sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :crying: :angelsad2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momof3littles Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thank you for updating us. Rest in peace, Kay. Wishing Karl and Kay's husband strength moving forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :crying: :crying: :crying: Prayers for her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brehon Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 What Tibbie said. Rest in peace, dear one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 What a profound loss to our board family and the world. I am terribly sad for her husband and son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilaclady Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Oh no. It is so surreal. I am glad to have "known" her here on this forum. Praying for strength for the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 May she rest in peace. Thanks for letting us know and sharing the obit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in FL. Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Very sorry to hear this. Kay's voice here will not be forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myfunnybunch Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thank you for letting us know and for the link. I am so sad to hear this. What a remarkable woman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 So incredibly sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :( Thank you for the update. Sad for her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thanks for letting us know. Rest in peace, Kay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thanks for the update. The line "an amazing force of nature" stood out to me as well. I'll continue to miss her voice here. Our sons are the same age and we used a lot of the same materials. Wish they were able to continue the journey....but it sure has always sounded like she did a great job of giving her son a really solid foundation and a ton of love and support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 We're poorer without Kay's wisdom and candor. Wishing peace and strength for her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thank you for the update. It was interesting to "see" her in person via the obit (nicely written), but I sure wish getting to "know" her were happening under better circumstances. So many people grow into old age, but don't really "live." Kay seems to have truly "lived" her years. Her son appears to have inherited that inner drive. May he always have fond memories of his mom and their time together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 I miss Kay's presence here. My thoughts are with her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Thank you, Nicole, for updating us. A force of nature is right. I always looked forward to hearing her views on all kinds of issues, from curriculum to politics, to grocery carts or bare feet! Rest in peace, dear Kay. You are missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 So many prayers for her family. Her presence here will be missed as she was so wise, kind, and insightful. I always learned something from her posts. What a sad day... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :seeya: , Kay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Oh. "It was as if the wind, which was always blowing the trees, suddenly stopped, and I became aware of just how beautiful the leaves were against the sky, in the silence." For Kay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PollyOR Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 sigh :crying: This is the update that I have looked for but dreaded finding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plink Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Oh how incredibly sad. Praying for her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Just thought of her and wondered how she was doing. God bless her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKidAcademy Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 So sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alte Veste Academy Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Ever since I found out she was going into hospice, I have been reflecting on what a blessing her homeschooling was for her son. How grateful they must be for the time they spent together...all they had. I am profoundly grateful for the privilege of sharing so much of my kids' childhood. Kalanamak's passing is a good, though painful, reminder to appreciate what I have, because nothing is ever certain. I only wish Kay had more time with her sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Country Mouse Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Oh gosh. :crying: My heart breaks for her boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 "generosity of spirit", yes, that is what I saw in the few private messages I was privileged to partake in with her. She will be greatly missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 I was wondering earlier today if anyone had heard something. So sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 But it ends with, "In lieu of condolence cards, Dr. Aaro's family suggests that friends write a note to her son and husband with a fond memory of or funny story about Dr. Aaro." If you would like to send those to me, please PM me and I will send you my mailing address. This is so very appropriate. Kay, alone, and with her husband, was a remarkable storyteller in the finest sense of the word, as well as a lovely, funny, warm, compassionate, seriously intelligent, and wise woman. Nicole, thank you for sharing the news and for passing on our stories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 All my best to her family. I'll be raising a glass in her honor tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Bon Voyage, dear Kay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 She had such a unique way of looking at everything. She could tell you how wrong you were in such a witty way, you'd agree with her. I just really wish her son and husband the very best. I know the extra special bonds that Moms have with sons. I'm very sorry he will have to finish growing up without her. She is already very missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 We're poorer without Kay's wisdom and candor. Wishing peace and strength for her family. Missing you, Kay. So sad. :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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